Recent Case Studies
The Word South Shields Library
Also known as the National Centre for the Written Word, the library opened to great acclaim in 2016. It boasts an impressive range of facilities including exhibition and digital media spaces, childrenβs storytelling area and a rooftop terrace with views across the Tyne.

Technology-enhanced library spaces
What does a modern academic library look like? This collection of case studies from SCONUL showcases technology-enabled library spaces across the UK and Ireland, helping to answer that question.
SCONUL Library Design Awards
See the award winners here - including a new category for service design of the year.
Just Add Culture and Stir
Information Professional Winter 2025 features Designing Libraries Director Ayub Khan examining what role libraries play in cultural regeneration
How public libraries support children with SEND
Information Professional Autumn 2025 featured Designing Libraries Director Ayub Khan discussing how libraries are offering support for children with special educational needs and disabilities