Partners and sponsors

Designing Libraries acknowledges the invaluable support given by its stakeholder organisations and its sponsors.

CILIP (Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals): The leading professional body for librarians, information specialists and knowledge managers in the UK and Ireland.

Libraries Connected: Formerly the Society of Chief Librarians, Libraries Connected works to promote the value of libraries, broker national partnerships, share best practice and drive innovation in the sector.

SCONUL (Society of College, National and University Libraries): The organisation promotes excellence in library services in higher education and national libraries across the UK and Ireland.

SLA (School Library Association): The SLA is committed to supporting everyone involved with school libraries, promoting high quality reading and learning opportunities for all.

LIBER Library Architecture Group: LIBER LAG partners with Designing Libraries to promote and showcase the new libraries of Europe.

bibliotheca: bibliotheca partners with more than 30,000 libraries around the world to evolve library services and better connect with communities.

Bisset Adams: An innovative architectural practice, with specialisms in interior design and brand communications.

FG Library & Learning: First choice for all your library needs.

Harrow Green: Specialists in the relocation and storage of libraries, museums and archives.

Opening the Book: Creating future-ready libraries

thedesignconcept: Part of Lammhults Design Group, thedesignconcept is a dynamic provider of total design solutions to UK libraries with a global edge.