"This small building has two tall, angled roofs that serve to both signal the entry point and to create a backdrop for informal stages on the site." Credit: CRO Studio
The Tijuana/San Diego architecture firm CRO Studios built a modern library in the flood-prone urban development known as Camino Verde in Tijuana.
"An open-air light well, beside two public bathrooms at the northern end of the building, illuminates the main library space through glass entrance doors." Credit: CRO Studios
"Inside, in addition to two computer alcoves, the library features a tiered seating area, which can double as a meeting area, with computer stations facing the main space. Low bookshelves run along the sidewall and tiered platforms" Credit: CRO Studios
“'I like how they faced so many constraints, and dealt with each one in a thoughtful way. I also like how interactive it is—not trying to fight the graffiti, but letting it become art,' juror Kimberly Holden said." Credit: CRO Studios
John Rosman is the digital editor for KPBS News. He oversees all news content on KPBS.org and across all digital properties. Prior, John was the social media editor for Fronteras Desk. Before heading south, John was a digital producer for Oregon Public Broadcasting. There he led the flagship radio program Think Out Loud in all aspects of digital media. Working with OPB's cultural website, Arts & Life, he also produced multimedia features. By way of metro Detroit, John is a proud graduate of the University of Oregon's School of Journalism. He has worked as an editor in television and film. But he found his passion for public radio during a long winter, in a lonely hotdog stand. When John's away from the office, you can find him catching up on all the sun he missed in Oregon.
