Images
Images
Digilab
West View of the building (Photography by Andrew Putler. The images may not be used for commercial purposes)
Interior view
Description
Description
Library, computing, multimedia, Open University teaching materials archive, research archive, research study facilities, TV viewing area, wireless network, flexible AV systems.
Three storey building with atrium. Concrete structure with full height columns. Exterior cladding anodised aluminium in shades of grey. Full height windows. Archives designed to BS5454 (2000). Feature entrance screen of concrete painted columns. Woven, leather, photocollage, landscape and glass artwork features
Awards
SCONUL Design Awards highly commended
The Building
The Building
Type of library
Central/Main library/LRC
Size
6000 m2
Floors
3
Architect
Swanke, Hayden, Connell International
Building contractor
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The Space
The Space
Features and services
Special services
Audiovisual/Multimedia areas, Baby changing facilities, Cafe/refreshment areas, Equipment provision, Exhibition/display areas, Group study spaces, Meeting rooms, Public address system, Teaching rooms
External features
Art works, Materials
Internal features
Design features, Security, Staff accommodation/facilities
Energy efficiency
Lighting
Accessibility provision
Access between floors, Access to building, Access within building, Assistive technology, Equipment controls: location, Furniture height, Parking, Signage / guiding
Interior designer
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Furniture suppliers
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Services and facilities suppliers
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IT provision
Internet access, Self service circulation, WiFi
Seats/study places
150
Stock
250,000