The Barkman and Lucero Branches sit 2 miles apart but serve communities that differ greatly in terms of demographics and socio-economic characteristics. Both branches have received a small addition that will provide new meeting rooms with after-hours access. The updated layouts house noisier spaces near the door and quieter spaces deeper into the building. Interior palettes are based on subdued nature motifs. Mobile book displays, lowered shelving, content creation technology, and improved functionality are hallmarks of both buildings.

The Lucero Branch is located in an area with a strong community art presence and is heavily used. This project expanded the building as much as possible on its tight site, enclosed an existing porch for added space, and relocated the building entry to improve access and security. From the new entry, reorganized public spaces open to clear views and easy wayfinding. The service desk has been repositioned for improved oversight and staff work areas received a much-needed increase in space. The AMH system was replaced and tied into new interior and exterior book drops. The new meeting rooms are better equipped to provide after-school and summer programs and meals for children and teens. A new A/V recording studio extends access to technology and study nooks, rather than enclosed rooms, provide focused spaces with implied privacy.