Martha Riley Library

The City of Roseville shares that concern for the future and is a strong proponent of sustainable design, building, and living. The development of the new Mahany Park Complex with sports venues and a 30,000 square foot library and technology center puts those ideals into practice in one of the region’s most innovative facilities and is expected to become the first LEED-certified new construction project in Placer County.

From its recycled wastewater irrigation system to a library elevator that applies innovative and award-winning technology, to flooring made from rapidly renewable resources—every aspect of the facility’s design incorporates green building principles.

The facility was designed to be affordable to build and use so that it can serve as a practical model for sustainable building practices. To balance upfront project costs against low long-term operational costs and the requirements for LEED certification, the city has put the project through rigorous value engineering processes that ensure taxpayer dollars are being spent wisely. Keeping costs within the budget required Williams + Paddon architects and interior design professionals to keep the focus on sustainability measures that lower lifecycle costs and reduce ongoing expenses.

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Project Designer and Project Manager at Williams + Paddon