Atrium view with large windows and natural light filling a modern study space.

Offutt Center for Innovation and Art

Location Weston, Connecticut

Type Cultural

Size 18,000 sq ft

Scope New Construction and Addition

Services Architecture and Interior Design

Collaboration The Daniel E. Offutt III Charitable Trust

The Weston Public Library in the heart of Weston, CT has been chosen as the location for the Daniel E. Offutt Center for Innovation and Art. Designed as a contrast to the existing vernacular style, the modern addition is inviting the visitor with its glass gallery on its north side. The library’s intention to expand their program offerings into arts, crafts and technology will be realized through the new open, sunlit, and airy space. The two-floor 6,500 sf center offers dedicated “dry and wet” areas. The space allows for maker programs for all ages designated for specific artforms. This includes a painting studio, a digital lab with 3D printers, robotics, and a recording booth, as well as an area to exhibit completed work. The hosting of exhibitions in the open, atrium-like gallery space will become a new cultural designation for the town of Weston. The new library wing will be situated on the north side of the main building, toward the back, connected by the atrium. The existing library community room will be updated as part of the plan to offer a state-of-the-art layout with stage and sound equipment for concerts and other community centric events.

 
Architectural drawings of Offutt Center for Innovation and Art addition to the Weston Library in Connecticut
Group study area with bright colored chairs and many seating sections for communal work, learning and creativity. Light wood with custom cabinets.
Bright atrium to host cultural events, exhibitions and speakers in the Offutt Center for Innovation and Art.
Group study setting with long communal tables with smooth light wood and abundant natural light in a cultural center.