The historic buildings in the complex would be refurbished to provide modern facilities and was designed by the Architects Austin-Smith:Lord.

The atrium is topped with a glass dome, and the building has a roof terrace, with views out over the city centre.

[7] At the entrance to the library is a 72 foot granite walkway, inlaid with the titles of literary classics.

The riddle was included to provoke the interest of visitors, and was presented as a competition at the museum's re-opening.

The library has not revealed the answer to the riddle, in order to preserve the puzzle for future visitors.