Project Description: The challenge was to restore, refine, and enhance this historic library while equipping it with state-of-the-art audio, video, lighting, air-conditioning, and refreshment services. This was accomplished in a manner that allowed easy conversion between the various uses as a traditional library, lecture room, conference/board room, small recital hall, reception/social area, and classroom. The restoration and enhancement of the library was completed in an unobtrusive way that did not detract from it’s historical ambiance.

Examples: air-conditioning supply incorporated into an enhanced ceiling crown molding around the perimeter of the room so as to be almost invisible; concealed electric video screen incorporated with a decorative projection of the crown molding above the fireplace; concealment behind blind paneling of all audio-visual equipment, wet bar, video projector; sophisticated programmable light control of historical wall sconces, new chandeliers, and concealed aperture recessed ceiling lights.

Music Academy of the West
Miraflores Library Restoration
1070 Fairway Road
Montecito, CA, 93108

Size: 540 sf
Completion Date: February 2000
Principal-in-Charge: Roger A. Phillips AIA