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Outside of Atlanta-Fulton Public Library’s central branch and headquarters. Credit: Kelly Jordan Outside of Atlanta-Fulton Public Library’s central branch and headquarters. Credit: Kelly
JordanCredit: Kelly JordanCredit: Kelly JordanCredit: Kelly JordanThe skylights of the Central Library are reminiscent of a space rocket. Space exploration was at the forefront of the
national conscience when the library was designed. Credit: David PenderedThe use of multiple planes is carried from the exterior to the interior of the building, as can be seen in this
central staircase. Credit: David PenderedCentral Library was designed in such a way that its mass appears greater than it actually is. The purpose is to give the building greater authority,
even if it’s not the tallest building in the neighborhood. Credit: David Pendered Central Library was designed in such a way that its mass appears greater than it actually is. The purpose is
to give the building greater authority, even if it’s not the tallest building in the neighborhood. Credit: David PenderedRELATED POSTSMaggie Lee
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