Hacker Architects Chosen for Schematic Design Phase of New Community Library
Valley of the Tetons Library (VTL) has reached an exciting milestone in its vision for a new community-centered library with the selection of Hacker Architects to lead the Schematic Design phase of the project. The nationally recognized Portland-based firm will partner with Wildline Architecture, a Driggs-based firm with deep roots in the Teton Valley community.
This step forward reflects years of careful planning and early generosity from community donors and volunteers.
“This milestone was only possible because of donors and volunteers who believed in the vision early on,” said Emily Bahr, Director of External Affairs for Valley of the Tetons Library. “Their support allowed us to complete land acquisition, a Needs Assessment and Planning Study, and move into Schematic Design.”
The phase will focus on designing a 10,000-square-foot community hub, with the flexibility to expand to 12,000 square feet based on community readiness and philanthropic support.
Hacker Architects was selected through a rigorous, transparent process led by the Library’s Architectural Selection Task Force. As the project moves forward, VTL and its Foundation and Friends organization are preparing to launch a multi-year fundraising campaign and will continue sharing updates with the community.
A rigorous 10 month search garnered national and regional attention from 40 different architect firms. The caliber of proposals received was exceptionally high, making this an incredibly difficult decision. VTL feels deeply grateful for the time, energy, and interest shown by every firm that participated and engaged so meaningfully in this process. Following Idaho statutes, VTL graded qualifying firms on a standardized rubric, interviewed the top six, and ultimately selected Hacker Architects.
“I was impressed with the strength of the applicant pool and confident we identified the best candidate for the new Driggs Library,” said Bonnie Chambers, Architectural Selection Task Force member.
Read more about this architect selection at our press release here.
Read more about our progress toward a new community library building here:
Hacker Architects Selected for Schematic Design Phase
Valley of the Tetons Library FOUNDATION and Friends
Successful Conclusion to VTL’s Chapter 1 Inspire. Explore. Belong. Campaign
Land Donated for a Future Community Library