Library spaces
Explore the range of community spaces available for creative projects, study, research or other purposes at the library.
Recording studio
This audio-visual recording studio can be used for musical recordings, film production, live streaming and editing.
Workshops and programs are run throughout the year in the recording studio for people of all ages and all skills levels. The studio offers a simple one-button function for easy recording for beginners, and equipment and facilities for experienced musicians or filmmakers. Enquiries from community organisations about programs and partnerships are welcome.
Screening room
The screening room offers a cosy, high-quality screening experience for in-house productions in all formats. Formal screenings in chairs can accommodate 12 viewers, or users can host a smaller screening using 6 comfortable bean-bag loungers. Enquiries from community organisations about programs and partnerships are welcome.
Events room
With a capacity to seat more than 80 people, this space is where author talks, cooking demonstrations, musical performances and other events are held throughout the year. The room is fitted with a projector screen, smart lectern and inbuilt PA system. Enquiries from community organisations about programs and partnerships are welcome.
Demonstration kitchen
With commercial-grade cooking equipment and 6 workstations, our demonstration kitchen hosts cooking workshops and demonstrations for all ages and tastes. Enquiries from community organisations about programs and partnerships are welcome.
Innovation lab
This is a creative space designed to foster creativity and learning both through technology and traditional techniques. Workshops throughout the year include game design, employment skills, art and more. Enquiries from community organisations about programs and partnerships are welcome.
Children’s space
The children’s space is designed to stimulate the senses with vibrant colours, cosy nooks for reading and unique tunnel entrance.
Families will find a wide range of books for younger children and babies with easy access to the parenting room and the children’s courtyard outside. This space is home to a variety of programs for children throughout the year.
Library children’s courtyard
This area sits outside the children’s space with soft-fall flooring that can be used for reading, an active play break for energetic young people or just enjoying the sunshine. Gross and fine motor play sessions for children are held in this area regularly after story time.
Parenting room
Our parenting room is next to the children’s space and offers comfortable seating, a television, restrooms and change facilities for families.
Digital hub
This digital hub is dedicated to your printing, computing and study needs with 16 public computers, an accessibility computer and power access at almost every table.
Find out more about computers and technology at the library
Digi-Hub with Bub
A designated area for parents and carers who need to work on their own device with a child in tow. The space contains comfortable chairs, a rug, laptop table, toys with the option to screen children's content on the wall mounted screen. To book, contact library staff on (08) 9477 7150 or email libraryandmuseum@belmont.wa.gov.au
Collaborative booths
Collaborative booths offer a space for up to 4 to 6 people to discuss business, study or share digital content with casting to a screen and access to power points.
Booths are free and can be used for a maximum of 3 hours at a time.
Study lounge
Visit the study lounge to read, study or relax. You will find laptop tables, comfortable chairs, beanbags and power access, along with our extensive manga and graphic novel collection.
World news
In the world news area, you can read a range of international magazines and newspapers, and catch up on world news from the ABC.
Quiet room
If you are looking for a space for quiet contemplation, visit our quiet room to study, read or relax.