The building had previously belonged to the Remuera Road Board, which amalgamated with the Auckland City Council in the same year.

The building shows influences of Neo-Georgian and Arts and Crafts style architecture, stemming from Gummer's study in England under Edwin Lutyens.

A disabilities ramp was installed leading to Saint Vincent Avenue and the lecture hall entrance to the library was finally re-opened.

These renovations led to the library winning another NZIA medal in 2004 in the Heritage and Conservation category.

The works involve general repairs and maintenance, seismic strengthening the building to meet legal requirements, fire safety enhancements, accessibility improvements and an interior refresh.