Yes, Calgary's new Central Library has received rave reviews internationally, but that is what you expect when you hire a "starchitect" firm. But I have to wonder if these out-of-town reviewers were only interested in how the new Central Library looks and not how it functions. This colourful mosaic by artist Ron Moppett brightens another part of Calgary's East Village. A view of Calgary's new Central Library, when approaching from the east. (Calgary Public Library)I can't help but wonder if perhaps Calgary should have gone Edmonton's route and renovated our old central library, inside and out.

Source: CBC News May 26, 2019 12:00 UTC