VGBN Building Tour: Ilsley Public Library Renovation & Expansion

Join the Vermont Green Building Network for a guided tour of the newly renovated and expanded Ilsley Public Library in Middlebury, led by members of the project team at ReArch Construction, along with project partners from Wiemann Lamphere Architects and Engineering Services of Vermont, LLC. 

Originally constructed in 1924, the historic Carnegie-style library has undergone a major transformation that thoughtfully integrates preservation of the original building with a contemporary, two-story hybrid mass timber addition. Completed in August 2026, the project expands and modernizes this important community resource while incorporating ecologically responsible design and construction strategies, high-performing building systems including a geothermal heating and cooling system, and improved accessibility. 

Following the tour, attendees are invited to stay for an informal networking reception in the library's Community Room until 5:30 PM. Refreshments and light appetizers will be provided. 

Event Schedule

• 3:00-4:30pm | Guided Building Tour 
• 4:30-5:30pm | Networking Reception
  

Tour Leaders & Speakers

• Chris Huston, ReArch Construction, Executive Vice President
• J.T. Imming, ReArch Construction, Senior Project Manager
• Ben Scribner, ReArch Construction, Superintendent
• Katie Mason, ReArch Construction, MEP Manager 
• Steven Roy, Wiemann Lamphere Architects, Vice President, Architect 
• Dan Dupras, Engineering Services of Vermont, LLC, Principal, Mechanical Engineer

Registration is required! Please register to attend by 12/1.

Featured photography by Eric Killorin

And a special thank you to our event sponsors! 

Wiemann Lamphere Architects | Omega Electric Construction