Merced Branch Library
The renovated building was certified as LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold by the U.S. Green Building Council.
Designed by architects Appleton and Wolfard, the Merced Branch was the 25th in the SFPL system. Built at a cost of $137,511, it was constructed in 1957 and opened on January 24, 1958.
The newly renovated branch opened on May 14, 2011. The renovation project was designed by Bureau of Architecture’s Library Design Studio, San Francisco Public Works, City & County of San Francisco at a cost of approximately $5.4 million.
The renovated branch includes a new addition at the front of the building, seismic strengthening, a designated Teen Area, a Children’s Area doubled in size with interactive early learning features, new fireside lounge area, increased capacity for books and other materials, more comfortable seating and a variety of seating choices, accessible restrooms, more functional and ergonomic staff work areas, additional computers, clearer signage, improved heating & ventilation, and much more.
The building was designed to meet LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Silver or greater certification for the U.S. Green Building Council.
Mission
San Francisco Public Works is one of the largest and most complex municipal operations in the City, with a 1,600-member workforce and a $384 million annual operating budget. The department's active capital project portfolio exceeds $3 billion. As one of San Francisco oldest City departments, it is also one of the most forward-thinking. Keeping San Francisco beautiful, safe and sustainable.
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