News from the rooftop
A lot has happened at the Ādisōke project site since our last update. We’ll start from the top: significant progress has been made on Ādisōke’s curved roof. The wooden structural beams have all been installed and the paneling is also complete.
Photo 1: Aerial view of the Ādisōke facility showing the wooden roof paneling. (July 2024)
Photo 2: Close-up photo of the Ādisōke roof, showcasing the completed wood paneling (June 2024)
There’s a lot to be celebrated inside the building as well. The structural steel work for the feature staircase and central gathering space (atrium) is now complete.
Photo 3: Image of the facility’s interior showcasing the feature staircase and completed structural steel work (June 2024)
The side-by-side image below shows the progress of the staircase next to a rendering of what the central gathering space (atrium) will look like once the facility is built.
Photos 4 & 5: Rendering of Ādisōke central gathering space (atrium) next to a recent photo from the facility’s ground floor / future atrium. (June 2024)
If you’ve been by the site recently, you might also have noticed that windows are being installed. Framing work continues to progress, as well as the installation of scaffolding on the building face.
Photo 6: Close-up image of exterior windows on ground level (June 2024)
Upcoming work
The contractor will be focused on advancing work that makes Ᾱdisōke watertight. This will include installing windows, the vapour barrier, and stonework. Inside the facility, work continues on electrical, mechanical and plumbing components.
Indigenous art through the looking glass: An interview with the Brascoupé sisters
When Ādisōke opens in 2026, it will not only serve as Ottawa’s new Central Library and home of Library and Archives Canada’s in-person services in the National Capital Region, but it will also be a place to see breathtaking works of Indigenous art.
Claire Brascoupé, Mairi Brascoupé, and Emily Brascoupé-Hoefler of Kitigan Zibi Anishinābeg are three of the artists whose work will be featured in the new facility. They took the time to talk to us about their artwork. Watch the video here and check out our feature story.
Storey-telling series
We’re sharing the details of each space within Ādisōke, one “storey” at a time!
Our “storey-telling” series continues to showcase some of the exciting features that will be offered on each level of the facility.
Did you know Ādisōke will have its own genealogy centre? Whether you’re eager to learn more about local history, looking up an ancestor or searching for a genealogy expert, Ādisōke’s genealogy centre is sure to impress with its multiple spaces!
Check out our latest storey-telling article on the genealogy centre and be sure to check back regularly to learn more about the other spaces that will be found on each floor!
Photo 7: Digital rendering of two people seated a table, in a room filled with full bookcases. In the background, many people are standing or sitting at other tables. On the right is a window showing other rooms and a staircase.