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Peaceful Retreats

Richland Library Ballentine, Irmo, South Carolina

Nestled in the woods, Richland Library Ballentine was designed to provide a tranquil escape for the community to learn and create. Its central space was modeled after a living room, with a corner space available for artistic pursuits and a large window that provides a view of the surrounding woodlands.

Project: New construction
Architect: Liollio Architecture
Size: 14,000 square feet
Cost: $8.6 million
Photo: Paul Warchol