Rubenstein Construction Update: Getting a New Roof

Roof installation on the West Elevation

Construction on Rubenstein Library has continued as students settle into classes and the first traces of fall begin to appear in Durham. Workers recently completed the window reconstructions and finished preparing the elevator foundation for further work. In the coming weeks, they will be focusing on a number of projects throughout Rubenstein, including interior wall framing on all levels of the library, beginning storm drain installation, and removing the scaffolding from the Gothic Reading Room.

Scaffolding inside the Gothic Reading Room

Here is a complete list of the projects being worked on in the next two weeks:

1. Installation of vapor primer barrier 2. Hard ceiling framing starts 3. Interior wall framing 4. Removal of scaffolding in Gothic Reading Room 5. Mansard roof panel installation 6. Foundation modification and prep for elevator 7. Windows installed at north building elevation 8. Roof tiles installed at west building elevation 9. Prepare for storm drainage installation 10. Complete structural remediation 11. Reconstruct elevator

Free earplugs are available at the Perkins Library Service Desk on the first floor for library users who are bothered by the renovation noise. We thank you for supporting our progress and apologize for any inconvenience.

Roof tile installation.

In order to make all members of the Duke community aware of the major activities and potential noise issues associated with the Rubenstein Library renovation, we will be posting regular announcements of upcoming renovation work on this blog. If you have questions, please contact Aaron Welborn, Director of Communications, at 919-660-5816, or aaron.welborn@duke.edu.

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Rubenstein Construction Update: Getting a New Roof