Richmond Main Library Renovation Project Multiple-Site Commission Descriptions Phase I

The City of Richmond is seeking artists to create up to four distinct interior art installations as part of the Main Library Renovation project at 325 Civic Center Plaza. The selected artworks will include wall-mounted murals, bas reliefs, friezes, and suspended kinetic sculptures, all fabricated off-site and installed by professional vendors. The initial phase focuses on interior wall-mounted murals, bas reliefs, and kinetic sculptures, with a subsequent phase planned to solicit existing artwork at a later date. The project aims to incorporate large-scale, thematically appropriate art that aligns with community engagement efforts and fits within a specified budget range of $50,000 to $250,000. Artists interested in participating must respond by May 30, 2025, and the City will select a limited number of pre-qualified artists based on the proposals' alignment with the project's thematic and budgetary requirements. The project is managed by the City of Richmond, California, with primary contact being Winifred Day. All artworks will be installed in interior locations of the library, contributing to the building’s aesthetic and community engagement goals. The solicitation emphasizes professional fabrication and installation standards, ensuring high-quality, durable art pieces that enhance the library’s interior environment.