A new chapter in civic life is unfolding in Fairfield Township with the construction of Lane Library’s newest branch. Set into a gently sloping 7-acre site, the 22,000-square-foot, single-story building brings together mass timber structure, community-centered programming, and site-responsive design.
MMT is supplying 378 m³ of CLT and 48 m³ of glulam, all manufactured from Southern Yellow Pine. In addition to material supply, MMT is also providing installation services, ensuring seamless execution from fabrication through final placement. The structure’s warm material palette anchors its role as a public destination – inviting, durable, and designed to evolve with the township’s growing needs.
Organized in a two-wing layout, the building wraps around a central outdoor gathering space. Inside, a series of tiered reading zones follow the site’s topography, guiding visitors through children’s, teen, and adult areas. Program highlights include a 50-seat meeting room, “story stairs” for informal performance or group reading, and individual study nooks tucked into elevated corners.
