The new 15,000 sf library sits on a community park, in the downtown area of Coachella, California. The facility offers spacious reading areas, individual study areas, group study rooms, adult center, teen center, and children’s area. The entire facility features state-of-the-art technology, self-checkout stations, online computer terminals and a large collection of books and materials. The building design and materials selection integrate sustainable design through passive and active means. The interior was designed to reflect the natural stone and integrity of the environment in Coachella.