Brownsville Public Library Renovation

Brooklyn, NY

The complete renovation of the Brownsville Library restores the historic beauty of this 9,600 SF Carnegie library designed in 1908 by Lord & Hewlett.

Ellana prepared cost estimates for the energy conservation studies which included a variety of mechanical and electrical options, exterior envelope improvements, interior lighting upgrades, among other technical suggestions.

The library’s outdated systems will be replaced, interior spaces will be reconfigured, and new walls, floors, ceilings, shelves, and ADA-compliant bathrooms will be installed. The building’s exterior facades will be fully restored, and environmentally friendly landscaping will be added.

Brownsville Library features an open reading room with two fireplaces. With several large public housing facilities in the Brownsville neighborhood, the library is popular in its vibrant community for providing career help and well attended teen programming.

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