THE PROVIDENCE PUBLIC LIBRARY is proposing to put programmable LED-infused mesh on its Empire and Washington streets facade to help promote special collections and other happenings at its historical downtown complex. / COURTESY PROVIDENCE PUBLIC LIBRARY
PROVIDENCE – The Providence Public Library wants to update the facade of its 1954 Empire Street addition by mounting a series of LED-mesh screens on two sides of the structure. The light-emitting diode technology, embedded in woven metal screens, is designed to be dormant during daylight hours, but would be animated at night. Is it…