 The £189 m Library of Birmingham project, which was due to open to the public on 3 September 2013, has been a commitment of Whitby's throughout his leadership for which he takes personal responsibility.The new Library, which is designed by Mecanoo architects, will be one of Europe's largest public libraries upon completion and lead to the demolition of the old library building, paving the way for a £500,000 redevelopment of Birmingham's Paradise Circus area.Equally, Whitby has been responsible for helping bring about the £600 million redevelopment of Birmingham's New Street Station in partnership with Network Rail, Advantage West Midlands and Centro.