Sixteen Mile Branch, Oakville Library

  • Empty white and blue metal shelving unit in an office or store, with a lockable cabinet door on the right, and a lock on the right-side panel.

    Objectives

    The Town of Oakville developed the new Sixteen Mile Branch as part of the expanded Sixteen Mile Sports Complex, a major community hub that also includes a new community centre and four-pad arena. The library branch over 18,000 square feet was designed to offer flexible work, study, and gathering spaces, creative studios, children's and teen areas, and public computer and Wi-Fi access. Space Concepts was engaged to supply and install the library shelving system for the new branch, with a design that needed to support library media storage while complementing the architectural finishes of the new space.

  • Empty store shelving unit with blue sliding doors, some white shelves, and a black handle, with a small cardboard box on the bottom shelf.

    Solutions

    Space Concepts supplied and installed Montel AetnaStak® cantilever library shelving throughout the branch. AetnaStak's welded-frame construction and reconfigurable design allowed the shelving to be tailored to the library's collection needs while meeting long-term flexibility requirements. To align with the branch's interior design, the shelving was finished with custom veneer end panels, integrating the storage system visually with the surrounding millwork and furnishings.

  • Empty white metal shelving unit with four shelves in a room with white and blue walls and a wood floor.

    Conclusion

    The new Sixteen Mile Branch opened to the public on March 31, 2026, with a community opening celebration held May 30, 2026. The branch now provides Oakville residents with expanded access to the library's print and media collections in a modern, welcoming space. Space Concepts' shelving installation supports the branch's day-to-day operations and collection growth as part of this new community landmark.