Sustainability, a strong theme which emerged from public consultation about the new Service Centre, South Library and Learning Centre, is the key focus of an exhibition about the new Council building at Our City o- Tautahi.

The exhibition showcases the many sustainable design features which have been incorporated into the building design by Architecture Warren and Mahoney, and includes architect�fs views, a virtual walkthrough which takes viewers through the building interior, samples of materials used in the interior design, and a regularly updated photo montage showing building progress.

The building, due to be completed in early August, incorporates building materials with recycled content, low water-use plumbing fittings, use of solar energy, and makes maximum use of natural light. Many other sustainable aspects of the building reflect Christchurch City Council's commitment to sustainability.

Also highlighted in the exhibition will be the multiple uses of the building, including the South Island�fs first cafe within a public library building, a learning centre, and Christchurch City Council Service Centre.

• The exhibition, at Our City o-Tautahi, in the former Municipal Chambers on the corner of Worcester Boulevard and Oxford Terrace, is open from 10am to 4pm.