Everett Public Library selected Cardwell Architects to restore and design a major addition to its historic downtown library. The design includes historic restoration of the existing building and an addition that is both sensitive and complementary to the architectural character of the original building, while expanding the library to 52,000 square feet. The new design removed the bulk of an addition done in 1965. The original entrance and historic lobby have been restored and are the focal point of the library. The new addition builds upon the diagram of the original library, giving clarity to circulation and the organization of the collections.