Waterloo Region's Top 10 Buildings

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I'm surprised that no one has mentioned the Hespeler branch of the Cambridge Idea Exchange. It's easily one of the most interesting and beautiful libraries I've ever been to, plus it has a meaningful history. The original 1923 building was one of the 111 Carnegie libraries built in Ontario (with significant architectural details such as the trademark front steps to mimic a rise to higher knowledge, and the value of the "third space"), but a major renovation was necessary to accommodate a growing community. Rather than start from scratch, in 2007 a glass cube was built around the original building, and much of the original structure was preserved. Not only is it meaningful and unique, but its beautifully designed interior is quite an experience. There's something nice about a massive wall of window to read beside.