THE final design of the Kerang library expansion has been released, with fewer windows and increased vegetation a key incorporation.

The project, supported by $1.5 million from the State Government’s Living Libraries Infrastructure Program, will be incorporated into the already popular Sir John Gorton Library space and foster increased community connectivity.

Gannawarra Council chief executive Geoff Rollinson said the project would be a unique attraction for the Gannawarra, enabling users to "connect, collaborate, create and celebrate together".

"The facility’s attractions will also attract people across the region to the Gannawarra, thanks to the venue’s features that are commonplace in major regional and metropolitan areas," he said.

Residents were able have their say on the project’s initial designs during late August and early September 2022, with all feedback assisting with the development of the revised plans.

"One of the major topics to come out of this feedback was the need to incorporate ways to reduce the amount of heat generated by the project’s windows, especially the ones along the western side of the building," Mr Rollinson said.

"To alleviate this, the revised plans feature fewer windows along the western side of the building, increased vegetation and double-glazed windows throughout the building."

Other key features that have been retained following the community engagement period include: Two soundproof pods which can be used to develop media projects; An additional gallery space that will complement current facilities; A meeting area that can be enclosed from the main building; LED walls that can display creative installations; and New landscaping, including an Indigenous garden and ceremonial fire pit celebrating links to the Gannawarra’s Indigenous culture.