BEST LITTLE LIBRARY
Architecture students help communities connect in Brookwright design competition
A giving-back initiative spearheaded by Brookwright, a Calgary-based home builder, is all about creating healthy communities by connecting people, bolstering literacy and supporting local design talent.
The Good Neighbour Library Project is a design competition that allows University of Calgary Master of Architecture students to flex their design muscles, and think outside the box by designing innovative little libraries — the kind that sit on front lawns, where neighbours can stroll by, take some time to sift through the offerings, chat with other community members and borrow a book or add to the collection.
“We created the Good Neighbour Library Competition as a way to help future homeowners connect with community and give back in a small way,” says Brookwright's CEO, Byron Brooks, adding that the goal is to make the initiative an annual event.
The winning library, which will be built and stocked with books by Brookwright, will reside on every Brookwright project site.
The winning design student will receive $500 cash and a summer internship with Brookwright.
The judging panel, comprised of local architects, designers, home builders and politicians, will announce the winner on Dec. 1.
The public can also weigh in and vote for their favourite design with the People's Choice Award, with the winner receiving a cash prize of $100.
Check out mailchi.mp/ brookwright/goodneighbour to view the four finalist designs and vote. Voting closes Nov. 30.