News, Featured Libraries, all the latest from Designing Libraries https://designinglibraries.org.uk/rss/designing-libraries-rss-feed/ en-GB Designing Libraries International CIC https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/national-designing-libraries-conference-2026/ Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:44:21 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb We’re thrilled to announce the inaugural Designing Libraries Conference on Wednesday, 17th June 2026, 10am-4pm at the iconic Swiss Cottage Library, London https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/designing-libraries-sponsors-meeting-february-2026-warwick-castle/ Fri, 06 Mar 2026 13:33:58 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb An inspiring day at Warwick Castle meeting in the 17th Century Italian Library with our amazing Designing Libraries sponsors https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/trends-in-library-design-and-technology/ Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:48:10 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Information Professional Digital Winter 2025 features Designing Libraries Director Ayub Khan discussing trends in library design and technology https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/newsletters/april-2026-spring-newsletter/ Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:38:00 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Read the Spring 2026 Designing Libraries International Newsletter here https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/newsletters/december-2025-winter-newsletter/ Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:10:50 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Read the Winter 2025 Designing Libraries International Newsletter here https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/newsletters/september-2025-autumn-newsletter/ Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:11:31 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Read the Autumn 2025 Designing Libraries International Newsletter here https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2025-news/sconul-the-modern-library-technology-enhanced-library-spaces/ Thu, 23 Oct 2025 10:24:07 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb In this inspiring report commissioned by SCONUL, read the case studies which showcase technology-enabled academic library spaces across the UK and Ireland https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2025-news/how-public-libraries-support-children-with-special-educational-needs-and-disabilities/ Thu, 16 Oct 2025 09:25:28 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Information Professional Autumn 2025 features Designing Libraries Director Ayub Khan discussing how libraries are offering support for children with SEND https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2025-news/a-global-perspective-on-library-design/ Thu, 04 Sept 2025 09:58:14 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb "The future of libraries is already happening. It’s bold, inclusive and beautiful - and it’s time to pay attention.” https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2025-news/josh-hughes-managing-director-of-fg-library-interview/ Tue, 19 Aug 2025 12:14:52 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb In this interview Josh shares his thoughts on his new role as Managing Director, what the position involves, and his aspirations for the company's future. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2025-news/how-libraries-are-tackling-anti-social-behaviour-ayub-khan/ Thu, 16 Oct 2025 08:33:51 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb In this edition of Information Professional, Ayub Khan discusses how good library design can help tackle anti-social behaviour in libraries https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2025-news/listening-desk-by-emily-peasgood-studio-in-collaboration-with-studio-ben-allen/ Fri, 09 May 2025 11:01:41 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb It's a functional and interactive sound sculpture, inviting people to access and create soundscapes with sound archives, in a fun and playful way. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2025-news/martyn-s-law/ Thu, 17 Apr 2025 08:11:35 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, also known as Martyn’s Law, received Royal Assent on Thursday 3rd April 2025. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2025-news/winning-applicant-for-ifla-public-library-of-the-year-award-2025/ Mon, 18 Aug 2025 11:11:58 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The Public Library of the Year award is presented by the International Federation of Library Associations & Institutions, to honour new public libraries https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2025-news/webinar-innovation-in-library-design-reimagining-the-space/ Mon, 24 Feb 2025 14:37:13 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A library design webinar, hosted by Naseej Academy, with special guest speakers, Ayub Khan, Karen Latimer, Daniela Hislop and Bechir Souid https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2025-news/the-perfect-modern-classic-in-darlington/ Thu, 06 Feb 2025 08:37:48 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Libraries matter to local people - whether they use them or not. Old library buildings sometimes seem to matter even more. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2025-news/the-role-of-libraries-in-cultural-regeneration/ Fri, 28 Nov 2025 11:29:57 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Information Professional Winter 2025 features Designing Libraries Director Ayub Khan examining what role libraries play in cultural regeneration https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2025-news/sconul-library-design-awards-2025/ Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:09:44 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Winners of the 2025 SCONUL Library Design Awards, which includes a new category for service design this year, alongside the established category https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2024-news/spellow-library-reopens/ Fri, 03 Jan 2025 09:00:57 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A Phoenix Rising From the Ashes https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2024-news/ayub-khan-visits-libraries-in-oman/ Sun, 15 Dec 2024 10:17:04 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Designing Libraries Director, Ayub Khan visits a number of impressive libraries in Oman https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2024-news/ifla-green-library-award-2024-results/ Fri, 13 Dec 2024 12:42:55 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb IFLA’s Environment Sustainability and Libraries Special Interest Group (ENSULIB) has announced the winner of the IFLA Green Library Award 2024. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2024-news/iflabaker-taylor-public-library-of-the-year-award-2024/ Fri, 13 Dec 2024 12:42:27 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb IFLA and new prize sponsor Baker & Taylor announced the winning library for this year’s prestigious prize for the best new public library in the world. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2024-news/paisley-s-learning-and-cultural-hub-wins-national-award/ Fri, 13 Dec 2024 12:41:54 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The new home for Paisley Central Library won the physical category at the EDGE Awards 2024 https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2024-news/design-concept-bringing-the-outside-in-where-nature-meets-design/ Fri, 28 Jun 2024 14:13:11 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Director Daniela Hislop explains how The Design Concept is embracing biophilic design for library interiors https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2024-news/apply-for-the-iflabaker-taylor-public-library-of-the-year-award-2024/ Fri, 21 Jun 2024 09:56:41 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The “Public Library of the Year” award is presented by IFLA with the aim of honouring new public libraries https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2024-news/meet-our-new-sponsors-the-creative-core/ Tue, 18 Jun 2024 12:26:31 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb From William Morris to West Yorkshire! https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2024-news/liber-architecture-group-seminar-2024/ Fri, 28 Jun 2024 13:27:44 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The LIBER Architecture Seminar 2024 will take place in Brussels from April 24-26 at the Royal Library of Belgium https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2024-news/designing-libraries-visits-the-new-bolton-library/ Tue, 20 Feb 2024 16:52:44 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Bolton Library reopened on the 19th January after a 16-month, multi-million-pound refurbishment of the site on Le Mans Crescent https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2024-news/progress-report-january-2024/ Mon, 22 Jan 2024 11:16:59 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The Designing Libraries website has been transferred to a new content management system. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2023-news/first-designing-libraries-advisory-group-meeting/ Fri, 06 Oct 2023 15:22:35 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Members of the new Designing Libraries Advisory Group met in Warwick on September 28th following a DL sponsor event in the town’s historic Judges’ House https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2023-news/first-annual-sponsors-event/ Mon, 02 Oct 2023 13:11:44 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Sponsors & sector leaders joined the Designing Libraries team in Warwick on September 28th to consider the priorities & future direction of the website https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2023-news/iflasystematic-public-library-of-the-year-award-2023/ Fri, 29 Sept 2023 11:20:47 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The “Public Library of the Year” award 2023 is presented by IFLA with the aim of honouring new public libraries https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2023-news/crown-workspace-furniture-restoration/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 14:51:46 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Organisations including libraries, have recognised the urgent need to address the climate crisis by working towards achieving net zero emissions https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2023-news/the-evolution-of-public-libraries/ Mon, 02 Oct 2023 13:39:25 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Designing Libraries Director, Ayub Khan, looks at the evolution of public libraries - and the implications for library design https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2023-news/bannockburn-library-awarded-edge23-physical-category/ Mon, 02 Oct 2023 13:49:38 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Bannockburn library has just reached award-winning status by being presented with the "EDGE23" award at the Edge Conference, Edinburgh in March 2023 https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/sconul-2016-library-design-awards/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:48:41 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The SCONUL Library Design Awards will be taking place in 2016. The awards aim to showcase and celebrate the very best in recent UK academic library design. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/a-space-for-reading/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:49:31 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Ashburnham Community School gets a library space, thanks to the joint efforts of a charity, a book supplier and a library design company. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/hull-library-transformation-now-complete/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:42:47 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The £28m transformation of the University of Hull's Brynmor Jones Library has now been completed, providing a welcoming learning space for students. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/major-upgrade-for-college-library/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:42:50 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A modern styling transforms the learning environment for a sixth form college and university centre. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/post-occupancy-evaluation-of-library-buildings/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 15:06:16 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A new book from IFLA tackles the subject of post-occupancy evaluation, an essential step in the creation of effective library spaces, often overlooked. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/warrington-plans-5m-heritage-hub/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 15:07:08 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Warrington is seeking to expand its offer of library and heritage services with a £5m Heritage Hub for the town centre. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/library-extension-built-from-railway-sleepers/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 15:07:57 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A public library in Spain, housed in a former railway station, has been extended using a configuration of recycled railway sleepers. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/school-library-redesign-wins-readers/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:42:59 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A year on, following a complete refit of the library at St Augustine's primary school, more children than ever are enjoying reading. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/what-libraries-should-look-like/ Wed, 29 Nov 2023 16:04:09 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Is Scandinavia setting the trend? A story from Germany traces the influence of new thinking about the future of libraries and how they are changing lives. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/scottish-poetry-library-reopens/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 15:09:14 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The library, housing the world's largest collection of Scottish poetry, has reopened following a complete makeover. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/winners-of-the-sla-inspiration-award-announced/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 15:10:04 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb This year two outstanding school libraries won the School Library Association Inspiration Award: All Saints, Stibbard and Valley Park School, Maidstone. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/library-and-cultural-hub-wins-design-award/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:43:09 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Carr Cotter & Naessens Architects are the winners in the WAN (World Architecture News) Civic Buildings Award 2015 for the dlrLexicon building, Dun Laoghaire. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/mecanoo-to-lead-renovation-of-new-york-public-library/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 15:11:08 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Mecanoo, the Dutch firm who designed the Library of Birmingham, will replace Foster + Partners to lead the renovation. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/herning-public-library-wins-best-renovation-prize/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:43:13 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The Danish prize has been awarded to the extensive and impressive renovation of an old warehouse into a modern library to create a common cultural centre. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/edinburgh-in-for-design-award/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:43:16 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The refurbishment of Edinburgh Central Library's music and children's areas is a finalist in the Intelligent Design category of the SBID Design Awards. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/willesden-green-library-opens/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:43:18 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The new library, which features an exhibition space, a museum, archives and a performance space, officially opened on Saturday 12 September 2015. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/new-town-centre-library-opens-in-stafford/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:43:20 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb People in Stafford are enjoying a brand new modern library bringing innovation, information, culture and learning resources to the town. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/herefordshire-archive-opens-with-new-racking-solution/ Wed, 29 Nov 2023 16:09:23 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The new £8.1m building housing Herefordshire Archive and Records Centre opened last month with storage and access facilities which meet national standards. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/calculating-the-growth-of-collections-and-spaces/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 15:12:36 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb An article by Ricky Espinosa in American Libraries provides calculations for assessing the space needed for collections growth when planning a library move https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/library-design-showcase-2015/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 15:14:00 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb 'American Libraries' has published its 2015 showcase of the best new library buildings and renovations, celebrating the past and adapting to the present. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/the-reading-dome/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 15:15:05 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Design studio Anagrama has created a lattice-work domed reading space for a new library in Mexico. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/post-war-public-library-buildings-listed-by-historic-england/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:43:32 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Nine post-war library buildings in England have been added to the National Heritage List for England, including the British Library, St Pancras. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/the-best-new-public-library-in-the-world/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:43:35 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Denmark has named the Kista Public Library in Stockholm as the year's best new public library in the Systematic Public Library of the Year Award 2015. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/state-of-the-art-medical-library-opens-without-books/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:43:37 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The University of Michigan's $55m renovation of the Taubman Health Sciences Library brings a range of new spaces and functions, but no books. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/scandinavia_s-largest-library/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:43:39 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Schmidt Hammer Lassen Architects has completed a 30,000 square metre library and Urban Mediaspace, known as Dokk1, in Aarhus, Denmark. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/leeds-laidlaw-library-officially-opens/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:43:42 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Chancellor Melvyn Bragg opens the £26m University of Leeds library, a 'stimulating and flexible space' for its 31,000 students. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/school-library-inspiration-award-2015-shortlist-announced/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 15:18:08 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The SLA in conjunction with Gresswell and LFC has announced the shortlist for the SLA School Library Inspiration Award 2015. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/the-achievements-of-australia_s-public-libraries/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 15:19:03 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The Australian Public Library Alliance has published a survey of its achievements over the past five years. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/libraries-without-walls_-when-students-become-the-core-design-consideration/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 15:20:04 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Hamilton Wilson, Education Specialist, Wilson Architects shares his insights into trends in education architecture and how to design a 21st century library https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/new-plymouth-central-library/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:43:51 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Public consultation is underway on the planned interior and the range of services to be offered by the proposed new Central Library in Plymouth. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/a-bright-and-happy-library/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:43:54 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Bancroft's Prep School in Woodford Green, Essex, is a great example of how a small space and a small budget are no barrier to high quality interior design. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/public-library-with-indoor-garden/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:43:56 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb An innovative public library with indoor garden has opened in historic Schiedam, The Netherlands, and will be open seven days a week. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/pork-pie-library-reopens/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:43:58 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A new community hub based at a landmark Leicester City library officially opened on June 15th. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/billingham-library-gets-building-excellence-award/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:44:01 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Billingham's new £2.7 million Library and Customer Service Centre has won a prestigious design award. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/canadian-public-library-wins-building-award/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:44:03 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb LGA Architectural Partners wins Ontario Library Association Library Building Award for their transformational redesign of the Kitchener Public Library. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/rethinking-the-staff-workplace/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 15:21:30 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Ensuring that libraries are also great places for staff to work in begins with understanding how libraries are changing to address new user needs. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/steel-clad-library-for-oxford-college/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 15:22:52 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Zaha Hadid Architects has completed a new £11 million building for the Middle East Centre at St Antony's College, Oxford. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/fiction-library-for-primary-school/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:44:10 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Courthouse Green Primary School in Coventry has a brand-new key stage 2 fiction library - a bright, colourful, comfortable space in which to read. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/the-library-on-the-beach/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 15:23:47 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A Chinese architect has created what must be one of the world's quietest reading spaces, on a beach outside the city of Qinhuangdao. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/northants-library-opens-in-community-hub-in-towcester/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:44:15 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The new community building, The Forum, at the heart of Towcester, Northamptonshire, is now open and home to a new library and a hub of services. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/library-wins-development-of-the-year-award/ Mon, 27 Nov 2023 12:34:08 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Days after the handover to Renfrew Council, Johnstone Town Hall was named Development of the Year (Public Buildings)' at the Scottish Property Awards. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/libraries-as-the-_third-place_/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 15:25:12 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A Guardian feature on France's public libraries describes the changing social role of libraries as the 'third place' next to home and workplace. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/reinventing-the-modern-library/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 15:26:38 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Slate profiles the six winners of the AIA/ALA Library Building Awards - a collaboration between the American Institute of Architects and the ALA. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/public-library-of-the-year-award-launches/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 15:27:42 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The hunt is once again on to discover the world's best public library. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/china-centre-gets-new-mobile-shelving/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:44:27 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Ecospace's shelving has been installed in the Bodleian K B Chen Library at The Dickson Poon University of Oxford China Centre Building. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/refurbishment-for-french-institute/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:44:29 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Bisset Adams Architects have recently refurbished La Mediath�que at the French Institute in South Kensington, London. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/wakefield_s-dementia-friendly-library/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:44:31 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb FG Library has completed the refurbishment of Sandal Library in Wakefield, West Yorks, believed to be the first fully dementia-friendly library in the UK. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/archive-is-a-gateway-to-history/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 15:32:43 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The City of York's new refurbished Archive has reopened, offering an accessible and inspirational archive experience for visitors as a 'Gateway to History' https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/bodleian_s-weston-library-opens/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:44:36 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Oxford's Bodleian opens to the public following an £80m transformation of the Weston Library where scholarship, research, conservation and digitisation meet. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/library-and-community-hub-for-south-tyneside/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:44:39 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb South Tyneside's Hebburn Central will host a new library with state-of-the-art technology, a stock of 15,000 books, digitised materials and gaming areas. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/the-new-libraries-of-singapore/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:44:41 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A photo essay on the new libraries of Singapore provides an opportunity to see how libraries are retaining their relevance in the digital information age. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/mapping-mobile-shelving-in-liverpool/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:44:44 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb End panels printed with a 1970's street map of Liverpool are a feature of one of three mobile shelving installations by Ecospace at Liverpool University. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/the-word-is-out-in-south-shields/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 15:40:14 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The first design concepts have been released for the planned new library and digital media centre in South Shields, to be called 'The Word'. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/a-strategic-vision-for-library-and-learning-spaces/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 15:41:18 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Heriot-Watt University has developed a strategic vision for the Edinburgh Campus library that will meet the changing demands of its users. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/learning-spaces-database-released/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 15:42:22 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Media University Stuttgart, Germany, has released the largest international database on learning space development. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/new-library-opens-in-milton-keynes/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:44:53 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Kingston Library, Milton Keynes, has relocated and officially opened in a purpose-built new building in the heart of the Kingston Centre shopping area. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/barnsley_s-central-library-design-unveiled/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:44:55 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The futuristic design for Barnsley's brand new central library, part of the town's £50 million redevelopment, has been unveiled. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/construction-starts-on-new-engineering-and-science-library/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:44:58 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The University of Nottingham's new Engineering and Science Library is the latest landmark development to be undertaken on the University Park. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/school-libraries-as-hubs-of-learning/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 15:44:03 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The Guardian Teacher Network has published a feature on the design of school library spaces in the digital information age, where books and technology meet https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/design-thinking-toolkit-for-libraries/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:45:02 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A new Design Thinking Toolkit for Libraries has been published and is free to download and use. It puts people and ideas at the centre of its methodology. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/designing-shelving-for-access/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:45:05 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The newly refurbished Elaine Thomas Library on the University for the Creative Arts Farnham Campus is designed to integrate the needs of disabled students. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2015-news/billingham-library-and-customer-service-centre-opens/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 15:44:49 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Stockton's new build £2.7 million library and council customer service centre opens today. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/library-and-campus-for-malawi/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:28:55 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Steven Holl Architects' design for a new library at the centre of a new campus plan has been approved by The Miracle for Africa Foundation. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/winning-designs-for-shanghai_s-city-library/ Sun, 29 Sept 2024 15:54:13 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Architects Schmidt Hammer Lassen have released images for the winning design in a design competition for the futuristic Shanghai Library. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/the-hive-and-heritage-quay-are-winning-libraries/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:29:00 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Both libraries are winners in their categories of the SCONUL Library Design Awards for 2016. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/inside-the-design-library/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:29:02 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb On the occasion of the publication of a new book by owner/director Peter Koepke, the Creative Review has provided an insider's guide to a unique library. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/libraries-are-the-new-tourist-attractions/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:29:04 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb New libraries in Helsinki, Oslo and Aarhus are public spaces and cultural centres set to become tourist destinations. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/a-wider-choice-for-self-service-and-book-sorting-solutions/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:29:07 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Telepen has announced a partnership with Lyngsoe Systems of Denmark to sell and market Lyngsoe Systems' self-service and book sorting solutions in the UK. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/designing-the-dubai-british-school/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:29:09 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Demco Interiors was commissioned to design and install the library interiors for both the Primary and Secondary Schools in the brand new building. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/under-one-_or-another_-umbrella/ Sun, 29 Sept 2024 16:00:45 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Japan News has published a description of the Gifu City Chuo Library, where people read under huge umbrella-like structures hung from a latticed wood roof. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/a-modernist-refurbishment-at-the-university-of-leeds/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:29:14 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The refurbishment of the Edward Boyle Library at the University of Leeds, a concrete modernist building completed in the mid-1970s and extended in 1996. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/the-word-design-thinking-for-our-time/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:29:16 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The Word, the new library and media centre in South Shields, is open - with an ambition to revolutionise design thinking for 21st century library spaces. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/a-green-branch-for-toronto-public-library/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:29:18 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Scarborough Civic Centre Branch is technologically adaptable, welcoming to a growing and diverse population, celebrating design as a local community hub. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/a-design-led-study-hub-for-magdalen/ Sun, 29 Sept 2024 16:02:32 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The £10.5m project has turned one of Magdalen College's unloved corners into one of its most popular spots. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/university-of-birminghams-44-million-new-library/ Wed, 29 Nov 2023 15:50:00 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Birmingham-based Associated Architects has completed work on the University of Birmingham's £44 million new Main Library. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/transforming-the-bodleian_s-weston-library/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:29:25 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Writing on the CILIP blog, Toby Kirtley, Estates Project Officer, discusses the £80m transformation of the Bodleian's Weston Library. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/the-curve-opens-in-slough/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:29:28 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Slough's new library and cultural centre, The Curve, opened on 2nd September with two days of celebration. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/the-future-of-library-services-in-three-visualisations/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:29:30 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The Library of the Future is a place where people, not books, not even information, are at the centre. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/library-and-gallery-for-haverfordwest/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:29:32 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Pembrokeshire County Council approves a £3.4m plan to turn the Riverside market in Haverfordwest into a new library and gallery, following consultation. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/a-library-for-connection-and-creative-discovery/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:29:35 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The Vaughan Civic Centre Resource Library, Toronto, is a visionary maker-space for community learning, gathering, creating and celebration for the digital age. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/wandsworth_s-libraries-after-outsourcing/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:29:37 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Three years after outsourcing library services to GLL, Wandsworth expects to save £300,000 a year and deliver new investment in library buildings and ICT. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/libraries-feature-in-riba-awards/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:29:39 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Libraries feature among the Royal Institute of British Architects 2016 national design awards. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/university-of-glasgow-library-refurbishment-complete/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:29:42 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The University Library has opened its main doors again following a major rebuild and refurbishment of the entrance lobby and Levels 1 and 2. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/unique-infill-project-for-the-national-library-of-wales/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:29:44 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The National Library of Wales has expanded its storage facilities through an innovative construction project that makes use of redundant space. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/the-microlibrary-made-from-ice-cream-buckets/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:29:46 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A new community library in Indonesia is a small reading facility with a facade constructed from recycled ice cream buckets. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/crewes-15m-lifestyle-centre-creates-waves/ Wed, 29 Nov 2023 15:47:05 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Crewe's new Lifestyle Centre is a modern library, leisure facility and community hub within the new Civic and Cultural Quarter. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/reshaping-the-future-library/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:29:51 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Helsinki is hosting an essential conference for everyone with an interest in the future shape of library services and the impact of good design. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/consultants-appointed-to-design-county-library/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:29:53 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Ireland's Clare County Council has announced the appointment of consultants for the design and delivery of the flagship County Library project in Ennis. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/an-eye-for-china/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:29:56 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A new library in China is based around a mirrored spherical auditorium, forming an eye on panoramas of the interior space and reflecting the park outside. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/next-phase-for-reading-underway/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:29:58 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A £40 million redevelopment and refurbishment of the University of Reading Library begins this summer, due for completion in 2019. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/modernisation-at-ebbw-vale-library/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:30:00 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Ebbw Vale Library in Blaenau Gwent is reaching the final stages of its refurbishment. Here are some of the internal design concepts. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/hebburn-central-a-success/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:30:03 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A year on from its opening, Hebburn Central has proved itself an asset to the local community, with library issues and visits soaring. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/an-innovative-library-space-for-kids/ Wed, 29 Nov 2023 15:53:14 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Biblo Toyen, one of Oslo Public Library's newest additions, is breaking and changing all the library rules! https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/what-will-a-library-be-tomorrow_/ Sun, 29 Sept 2024 15:46:40 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A hybrid, multimedia space for knowledge access and activation - as has been the case for much of its history. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/living-in-a-material-world/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:30:10 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Ravensbourne, a specialist arts and design institution, has officially launched the first partnership materials library in the country. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/ifla-green-library-award-winner-announced/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:30:12 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The Little Sun Ecological Library in Mexico has won the award for a library where 'sustainability was in the soul of the project' from the beginning. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/sconul-design-awards-shortlist-announced/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:30:14 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb SCONUL has announced those libraries shortlisted for the 2016 Library Design Awards. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/school-library-design-can-improve-education/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:30:16 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb An opinion piece from Singapore on the observation of student behaviour in the library and why we need to put the student at the centre of library design. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/arcadia-gets-the-_manchester-look_/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:30:19 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The new Arcadia Library and Leisure Centre, Levenshulme, Manchester has opened with a bright, welcoming open plan neighbourhood library interior design. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/sla-inspiration-award-open-for-entries/ Sun, 29 Sept 2024 15:58:58 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The sponsored award recognises inspiring library design in primary and secondary schools, and now runs biennially. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/library-building-awards-announced/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:30:23 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The American Institute of Architects and the American Library Association have announced the seven recipients of the 2016 AIA/ALA Library Building Awards. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/lancaster_s-new-shelving/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:30:26 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Forster Ecospace has released photos of the new shelving layout for the recently remodelled Lancaster University Library. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/visualising-library-enquiries-a-graphic-arts-project/ Wed, 29 Nov 2023 16:51:38 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Wissenskosmos is a public real-time visualisation of enquiry activities inside the Saxon State and University Library Dresden. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/23m-for-welsh-libraries_-museums-and-archives/ Wed, 29 Nov 2023 15:49:08 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Libraries, museums and archives in Wales will benefit from over £2.3 million Welsh Government funding to develop and enhance their services. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/architect-zaha-hadid-dies/ Sun, 29 Sept 2024 15:49:55 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb British architect Zaha Hadid has died aged 65, following a sudden heart attack in Miami. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/science-museum-opens-new-research-centre-and-library/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:30:35 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The Science Museum formally launches its new Dana Research Centre and Library on 31st March at its inaugural conference celebrating the Museum's research community. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/new-library-for-holborn/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:30:37 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb U+I, the regeneration developer, is to partner with Camden Council to redevelop Holborn Library and Cockpit Yard, creating a new destination for Holborn. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/integrated-library_-theatre-and-cinema-for-chester/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:30:39 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A new £37m arts and cultural centre will open in Chester next year, to be named Storyhouse. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/a-tale-of-two-sydneys/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:30:42 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Coincidentally, plans have been revealed for the new civic centre and library in Sydney, Australia and options for the library in Sydney, Nova Scotia. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/restoring-the-world_s-oldest-library/ Sun, 29 Sept 2024 15:43:22 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The ancient al-Qarawiyyin Library in Fez isn't just the oldest library in Africa. Founded in 859, it's the oldest working library in the world. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/idea-stores-still-thriving/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:30:46 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Writing for the CILIP blog, Kate Pitman argues that the innovations introduced by the Idea Stores concept are still relevant in the 21st century. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/lancaster-university-library-remodelled/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:30:49 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The remodelling of the university's main library, with 14,500 sq.m. of interior spaces, is complete, creating a learning facility fit for the 21st Century. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/ifla-green-library-award-2016/ Tue, 01 Oct 2024 13:54:35 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb IFLA has announced the Green Library Award. Any outstanding Green Library project, initiative or idea may apply for the Award. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/dubai-to-build-book-shaped-library/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:30:53 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Dubai is to build a library housing millions of books which will be the largest cultural centre in the region when it opens in 2017. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/new-library-wing-for-essex-university/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:30:56 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Two new buildings at Essex University have been completed: a new wing to the Albert Sloman Library and the Silberrad Student Centre. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/spring-opening-for-bicester_s-new-library/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:30:58 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Bicester's brand new library will open its doors to the public on Monday, April 11 as local organisations plan for the future of the growing town. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/storing-a-fine-art-collection/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:31:00 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Essex University's collection of fine art from Latin America is the latest collection to benefit from custom designed storage and display facilities. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/the-core_-solihull-opening-soon/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:31:02 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Solihull Council has unveiled �The Core' as the new name for the Central Library, Arts Complex and Solihull Connect building. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2016-news/david-cameron-opens-school-library/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:31:05 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Just before Christmas St John the Evangelist CE Primary School, Carterton, Oxfordshire, had a surprise visit from David Cameron, who opened the new library. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/designing-libraries-in-the-21st-century_-lessons-for-the-uk/ Thu, 30 Nov 2023 11:01:19 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb This important new report by Gemma John is a study of new libraries across Europe and North America and what design means for both user and staff behaviour https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/too-many-libraries_/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:50:00 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Western Australia's public library system will be modernised to meet the diverse and evolving needs of communities as part of a State Government overhaul. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/families-zone-for-chelmsford-library/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:50:02 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Chelmsford Library will soon host a new hub for family services following a £316,000 makeover of the children's zone. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/new-royal-holloway-library-houses-400_000-books/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:50:05 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The Emily Wilding Davison Building at Royal Holloway, University of London's Egham campus opened for the start of the 2017/2018 academic year. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/inspirational-refurbishment-for-beeston-library/ Thu, 30 Nov 2023 10:51:09 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Beeston Library in Nottinghamshire has reopened the most extensive library refurbishment since Inspire took over the running of the County's libraries. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/the-book-stop-pop-up-library-project/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:50:09 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The Book Stop Project is a design concept offering a huge potential for community libraries to evolve from monolithic buildings to activated public spaces. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/bisset-adams-wins-thamesmead-library-contest/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 09:29:11 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Bisset Adams has been selected to design a £5million lakeside library within south-east London’s Thamesmead estate, Bexley. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/china_s-_giant-eye_-library-opens/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:50:14 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Dutch architect MVRDV has completed a public library that looks like a giant eyeball, as part of a new cultural district in Tianjin, China. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/qatar_s-new-national-library-is-open-to-everyone/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:50:17 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The new Qatar National Library (QNL) has opened to the public, giving residents access to more than one million books, periodicals and special collections. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/designing-academic-space-that-matters/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 13:36:13 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb KSS Architects have been doing some thinking about academic space on campus and have shared a series of principles and diagrams they developed as a result. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/light-and-modern-design-for-marylebone-library/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 09:31:55 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A modern Scandinavian design, utilising birch faced plywood with hot spots of colour, creates a light interior for this compact library in Marylebone. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/transforming-the-public-library/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 09:33:31 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb In a blog post from KI, a US-based global furniture company, Randy Hoople identifies five design strategies for transforming the public library. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/the-opening-of-leiden-university_s-asian-library/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 09:34:52 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Leiden University has created one of the foremost Asian libraries and a major international centre for the study of Asia. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/42m-refit-for-edmonton-green-library/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 09:36:00 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Enfield's busiest library is open for business following the bright, modern refurbishment of Edmonton Green library. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/moving-qatar-national-library-into-its-new-home/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:50:31 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Qatar National Library (QNL) carries out its mission through three functions: National Library, University and Research Library, and a Metropolitan Public Library of the digital age. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/inside-halifax-central-library/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 09:25:03 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A great exterior - now, courtesy of thedesignconcept, we publish the first photos of the stunning interior. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/final-refurbishment-phase-complete-for-teesside-university/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:50:36 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Teesside University's £7m library refurbishment is complete - and it's open to members of the public as well as students. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/a-phenomenal-first-year-for-the-word/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:50:38 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Award winning South Tyneside cultural venue The Word, National Centre for the Written Word, is celebrating a phenomenal first year. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/alvar-aalto-library-wins-finnish-architecture-prize/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 13:29:16 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Aalto University Harald Herlin Learning Centre, Otaniemi, wins the 2017 Finlandia Prize for Architecture. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/sla-inspiration-award-the-winners/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:50:43 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The School Library Association Inspiration Award 2017 for primary schools has been awarded to Adderley Primary School, Birmingham. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/a-bigger-and-better-library-for-battersea/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 13:32:45 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Wandsworth council has approved proposals to replace the existing 1960s Northcote library building with a new larger and better library & community centre. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/ealing-central-library-to-relocate/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 09:38:01 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Ealing Central Library will benefit from brand-new, modernised facilities and better online and digital services in this major relocation project. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/the-library-runway-for-kids/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 09:39:05 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The first of several planned Early Learning Centres at Calgary Public Library is open - and it's not quiet! https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/2017-library-design-showcase/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:50:52 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb American Libraries magazine's annual celebration of new and renovated libraries in North America. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/sla-inspiration-award-shortlist-announced/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 09:40:23 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb 2017 sees a wonderful selection of inspiring school libraries to reach the shortlist of the SLA Inspiration Award for excellence in school library design. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/halifax-opens-its-new-library/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 09:26:01 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb With little fanfare, the new central library in Halifax, Calderdale, opened its doors to visitors on 5th September. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/designing-the-accessible-library-website/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 13:36:48 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Good design is just as important when creating user-focused and accessible websites as it is for physical spaces. Auckland NZ just launched its new site. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/libraries-and-makerspaces/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 09:41:51 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A makerspace is a physical location where people gather to co-create, share resources and knowledge, work on projects, network, and build. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/more-from-less-in-newcastle-relocation/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 09:42:55 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The newest library to open its doors in Staffordshire will be inspired by the success of a similar project. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/ifla-green-library-award-winner-2017/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 09:45:14 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb IFLA has announced the winner and runners up of the 2017 Green Library Award for environment, sustainability and libraries. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/picture-this-mobile-shelving/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:51:09 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Ecospace's mobile shelving for the British Antarctic Survey library in Cambridge combines space-saving storage with stunning graphic design. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/doncaster-library-plan-approved/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:51:11 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Doncaster Council approves plans for an eye-catching new building for its library services, incorporating the frontage of the former Girls Grammar School. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/aberdeen-hub-gets-go-ahead/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 13:32:19 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Aberdeen City Council has agreed to put out to tender the £6m regeneration project to create a new library and service hub. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/revamp-for-walsall-central-library/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 13:47:37 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Walsall Central Library is to have a £4m renovation as a hub of extended community services. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/the-self-service-device-loan-revolution/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:51:18 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A new survey has revealed that almost half of UK universities have now automated their laptop or tablet loan service both in and outside the library. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/kingston-invests-in-libraries/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 13:41:26 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Kingston upon Thames recently celebrated the completion of a £500,000 investment in the refurbishment of its libraries. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/australian-library-design-awards-2017/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:51:23 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The Australian Library and Information Association has announced the five winners of its inaugural Library Design Awards at its conference in Melbourne. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/awards-for-dunfermline-carnegie-library/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:51:25 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The redevelopment of Dunfermline Carnegie Library and Galleries has been given two accolades at the RIAS architecture awards. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/competition-for-southmere-library-design/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 13:55:47 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Peabody and the RIBA have announced the launch of an international design competition for a new library in Southmere Village, Thamesmead. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/vibrant-new-community-library-for-nottingham/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 13:53:05 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A new £1 million joint Dales Centre for Sneinton, Nottingham, officially opened its doors at the end of May, bringing a host of benefits for local people. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/27m-for-libraries_-museums-and-archives-in-wales/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 13:31:09 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The new Transformation Fund builds on the success of the Community Learning Libraries Programme, extending it now to museums and archives. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/storyhouse-opens-cinema_-theatre_-library/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:51:37 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Storyhouse opens this week with a series of community events and the launch of a diverse summer season of theatre, film and literature events. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/the-best-of-australian-library-design/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 13:49:34 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb 2017 will see the presentation of the first ever Australian Library Design Awards. The ALIA has published a gallery of all 33 entrants for the Awards. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/designing-the-british-library-extension/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 13:37:13 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners has been appointed to design an extension to the British Library on a 2.8 acre site to the north of its St Pancras building https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/library-design-and-the-learning-experience/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:51:44 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb SCONUL Focus has published a collection of views on the importance and impact of library spaces in enhancing students' learning experiences. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/ryerson-universitys-new-student-learning-centre/ Thu, 30 Nov 2023 10:50:04 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Snøhetta has published a 34 page illustrated profile of the book-free Student Learning Centre at Ryerson University, Toronto. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/a-library-is-a-giant-toy/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 13:33:56 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb This new library without corners for children in Shanghai, designed by Muxin Studio, is like a giant toy you can lose yourself in. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/new-library-at-the-university-of-nottingham-officially-opened/ Wed, 04 Feb 2026 07:49:01 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The George Green Library is the subject library for science and engineering, finished late 2016 after a three-and-a-half year, £20m refurbishment project. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/green-light-for-paisley_s-high-street-library/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 13:38:38 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Work to build a new £5 million library in an empty High Street unit will start this year - in a push to breathe new life into Paisley's High Street. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/culture-centre-for-conwy/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 13:35:42 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Conwy County Borough Council has been awarded £900,000 by the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) for the Conwy Culture Centre project. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/training-rooms-in-libraries/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 13:51:05 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb This new article on the IFLA Library Buildings and Equipment Section blog addresses the challenge of designing the perfect training room in the library. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/refurbishment-for-the-university-of-salford-library/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 13:46:21 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Working with students, the University of Salford has just completed the first phase of a £6.2m refurbishment of its main library. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/a-collective-living-room/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 13:33:09 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Thionville library and media centre in northeastern France has the ambition to become the new model for media libraries as a 'third place' for the public. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/the-connect-experience_-making-workspaces-work-harder-through-integrated-technology/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:52:04 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A London-based event run by the Frem Group (home of FG Library). Discover how seamless communication can be when people and spaces connect with integrated technologies. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/wandsworth_s-libraries-bigger-and-better/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:52:07 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Plans have been unveiled for a bigger and better Northcote Library - the latest in a series of service improvements and branch upgrades. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/shelving-and-storage-at-the-new-university-of-birmingham-library/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:52:09 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Ecospace supplied and installed shelving including the basement storage areas and the upper open access floors at the new University of Birmingham library. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2017-news/heritage-preserved-in-dartford-library/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:52:14 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Dartford Library marks its centenary year with a £650,000 restoration celebrating its heritage and historic roots. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/taiwans-impressive-libraries/ Mon, 15 Jan 2024 16:31:23 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The winning design for the new southern branch of the Taiwan National Library has been announced. Taiwan News looks at Taiwan's other top libraries. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/mertons-first-sensory-library/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 18:33:32 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Children in Merton can now immerse themselves in the wonderful world of make-believe at the new sensory library in Morden. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/lets-make-makerspaces-in-warwickshire/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 13:58:03 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb thedesignconcept has been busy creating, well, design concepts for innovative makerspaces within Nuneaton and Rugby libraries. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/keeping-pace-with-digital/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 13:59:19 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb But it is not just the technology that has changed - the way people use libraries and their spaces is changing dramatically. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/refurbished-library-opens-in-hexham/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:42:13 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The newly refurbished Queen's Hall in Hexham has re-opened. The historic building now houses the town's library, customer and visitor information centre. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/early-carnegie-library-to-be-restored/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 14:02:06 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Greenwich is to go ahead with plans to transform Plumstead's Carnegie library building into a multi-functional library, leisure, cultural and sports centre https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/colliers-wood-new-library-opens/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:42:08 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Merton Council has opened a brand new purpose-built library in the centre of Colliers Wood to replace the former Donald Hope Library. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/one-stop-library-development-begins-for-midsomer-norton/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:42:06 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Bath & North East Somerset council has begun work on the modernisation of the library to create a one stop shop for services in a bright, welcoming space. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/the-extraordinary-stovner-library_-the-shape-of-things-to-come/ Wed, 29 Nov 2023 16:49:47 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb In January of 2018 the inhabitants of Oslo's Stovner district received a new social space in the form of a new library, but it's no ordinary library! https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/public-library-of-the-year-award/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:41:58 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Applications are now open for the international award, presented by IFLA and sponsored by the IT company, Systematic. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/ten-public-libraries-in-belgium/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:41:56 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A fascinating tour of specialist subject libraries in Belgium, from architecture to feminism, to art - highlighting the continuing relevance of libraries. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/libraries-need-to-evolve-digitally/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:41:53 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb While most library users are happy with the physical spaces of libraries, far fewer are satisfied with their online experience, according to a new report. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/essex-opens-chelmsford-families-hub/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:41:51 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Chelmsford's new children's library and local hub for family services has officially opened following a £316,000 makeover. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/sutton-coldfield-library-reborn/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 14:04:51 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Refurbished Sutton Coldfield town centre library, incorporating the Little Green Bookworm play cafe, has opened today, thanks to an inspiring collaboration https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/national-library-of-latvia-wins-award/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:41:46 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The library won the newly established Library of the Year Award in the International Excellence Awards at the London Book Fair, 2018. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/co-creating-sixth-form-study-space/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 14:00:02 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Roundhay School Secondary Campus, Leeds has the largest sixth form in the city with over 500 students. Demco Interiors has designed its modern study space. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/new-wave-of-funding-for-welsh-libraries/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 14:05:56 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The Transformation Capital Grant Programme supports museums, archives and libraries to transform services and ensure their future sustainability. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/first-library-plus-art-museum-for-taiwan/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:41:38 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Internationally renowned architect Kazuyo Sejima of SANAA architects has released news of this landmark project. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/mind-building-in-finland/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:41:36 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Finland's recent exhibition at the 2018 Venice Biennale was a tribute to public libraries and library architects. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/help-build-a-library-in-nepal/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:41:34 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb An enterprising voluntary outfit in the UK is raising funds to create a library for children in remote villages in earthquake-hit Nepal. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/ireland_s-public-libraries-2022/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:41:31 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Ireland launches its new strategy for libraries, abolishing fines and extending opening hours as part of its 2022 vision for a more open library system. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/notts-inspires/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:41:29 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Ruddington, Mansfield Woodhouse and Ravenshead libraries have been refurbished by Nottinghamshire's Inspire: Culture, Learning and Libraries. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/new-library-building-for-university-of-limerick/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:41:26 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb University of Limerick has unveiled the new UL Glucksman Library, which has doubled in size and capacity, thanks to its remarkable auto-retrieval system. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/international-designing-libraries-conference/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 14:08:48 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The University of Calgary will host the 7th International Designing Libraries Conference in September. Last year's conference was sold out. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/york_s-new-community-hub/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:41:21 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The new Explore Centre in York combines library, cafe and hi-tech community hub, created on the site of the former Burnholme Community College. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/creating-a-circular-shelving-system/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 14:00:27 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A project to maximise the space within a round room, making the most of the curves yet maintaining the amount of light to create a welcoming library space. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/greener-libraries-worldwide/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:41:12 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The IFLA Green Library Award for 2018 has been won by Foshan Library in Guangdong province, China, for its commitment to sustainability principles. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/how-a-corridor-became-a-learning-street/ Fri, 01 Dec 2023 09:17:24 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Great Ouse Primary Academy, Bedfordshire, features a centrally located Learning Resource Centre and an interactive learning street extending from it. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/renovating-a-traditional-library-building/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:41:06 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Kevin Street Library is uniquely placed, straddling the retail heart of the city and the traditional communities of inner city Dublin. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/a-library-under-the-stars/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 14:10:01 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Demco Interiors has completed the design and interior furnishing of the new build Space, Science and Study Centre at the Winston Churchill School, Woking. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/helsinkis-library-of-the-future/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 18:32:39 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Helsinki Central Library - known as Oodi - will open December 2018. Princh interviewed its Director, Anna-Maria Soininvaara. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/the-world_s-best-new-library-2018/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 14:12:48 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb School 7 public library in the city of Den Helder, Netherlands, wins the 2018 award for Public Library of the Year. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/plans-released-for-the-new-dublin-city-library/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 14:14:13 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The architects have published the design plans for the new Dublin City Library and Cultural Quarter in Parnell Square. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/modernising-library-spaces/ Wed, 29 Nov 2023 16:49:24 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Some recent news posts illustrate how library services are meeting budget challenges to focus on libraries' wider community function as universal spaces'. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/kalk-library-cologne_-engaging-the-community/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:40:49 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb As one of the most challenging old industrial areas of Cologne (Germany), the Kalk area wanted to reinvent itself by breathing new life into its community. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/christchurch-central-library-opens/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 13:59:48 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Turanga, Christchurch New Zealand's new central library, has opened its doors: a landmark building and a 'game changer' for the city. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/treehouse-or-amphitheatre_/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:40:44 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Two recent projects carried out by BookSpace illustrate how good library design encourages primary school pupils to read, in spaces both large and small. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/inspiring-learning_-the-luxembourg-learning-centre/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 14:15:29 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The Luxembourg Learning Centre is designed for everyone who wants to search and process scientific information in an outstanding & comfortable environment. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/oodi-library-opens-in-helsinki/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 17:40:39 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Helsinki Central Library, known as Oodi, opened to the public on 5 December at 8 am, a day before Finland's 101st birthday. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/creative-destruction_-facing-up-to-the-challenges-of-change/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 14:01:04 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Libraries as third place? Yes, that's where we're going. To get there we first have to destroy old assumptions, argues Aat Vos, & analyse people's needs. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2018-news/student-gateway-refreshed-at-university-of-sunderland/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 14:18:33 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The project saw the refurbishment of the University of Sunderland's St Peter's Student Gateway and Library spaces. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/2020-liber-lag-seminar-programme/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 14:19:45 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The Library Architecture Group of LIBER has announced the programme for its 2020 seminar at the Luxembourg Learning Centre. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/sconul-design-awards-winners/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:06:38 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The University of Birmingham Library is the winner of the medium to large library category, while the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland Library has won the small library category. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/oslos-new-main-library/ Wed, 29 Nov 2023 16:00:42 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Deichman Bjorvika is Oslo's new main library. The opening date of March 28, 2020 has just been announced. Here are the main facts about the new library. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/new-sydney-library-opens/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:06:43 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The Exchange at Darling Square, designed by BVN, is now open. The new library and community hub had its official launch on Saturday 9 November. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/recognition-for-library-modernisation/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 14:22:48 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Library management team for Harlow Healthcare Library won an award for their contribution to modernising the staff library services on the hospital site. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/sensory-project-transforms-childrens-libraries/ Wed, 29 Nov 2023 16:05:36 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Visit one of Merton's award-winning libraries and you could find yourself in under the sea or at the South Pole being chased by racing penguins. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/snohettas-vision-for-new-library/ Wed, 29 Nov 2023 16:07:05 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Snohetta has revealed the designs for the new Charlotte Mecklenburg Library, a five-storey building that will offer a wide range of facilities. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/holyhead-market-hall-renovation/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:06:52 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Following a major renovation the Grade II listed Holyhead Market Hall is now a vibrant, sustainable library and a local history centre for Anglesey. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/luxembourg-national-library-opens/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:06:55 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb After more than ten years of planning, five years of construction and four months of moving more than 40km of documents, the new library opened on 1 October. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/demco-designs-new-hub-for-modern-learning/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:06:57 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Basingstoke College of Technology gets an upgrade of a dated learning resource centre to give students a modern library design complete with digital resources. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/new-library-and-study-centre-for-st-johns-college_-oxford/ Wed, 29 Nov 2023 16:01:45 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb This beautiful addition to the fabric of St John's will double the current number of seats available and double the shelving space for the collections. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/moving-st-pauls-cathedral-library/ Wed, 29 Nov 2023 16:07:42 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Restore Harrow Green has been given the task of relocating 500 linear metres of books from Cathedral Library to the company's heritage storage facility. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/the-new-charles-library-at-temple-university/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:07:04 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The new Charles Library at Temple University, Philadelphia, has opened its doors for the start of the Fall 2019 semester. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/sconul-library-design-award-and-showcase-2019/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 14:24:15 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Registration for the SCONUL Library Design Awards and Showcase has opened. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/a-new-cultural-residence/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:07:09 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Kulturhus Haaksbergen, The Netherlands, has officially opened its doors with a lively combination of a theatre, library, exhibition space and a reading cafe. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/the-habitable-library/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:07:11 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A library and community centre in the Ivory Coast is designed with habitable meeting spaces inside and out. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/sustainable-furnishings-in-stockholm_s-old-library/ Wed, 29 Nov 2023 16:48:09 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Stockholm's National Museum reopened its doors in November 2018 following a five-year restoration by architecture firm Wingårdhs https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/award-winning-canadian-library-buildings/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:07:16 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The Ontario Library Association (OLA) has announced four recipients of the 2019 Ontario Library Association New Library Building Award. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/edmonton-in-zinc/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:07:19 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The new zinc-clad design by Teeple Architects for Edmonton's new library (Canada) has generated criticism on social media. But at least people are talking. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/the-library-the-lightbox-opens-in-barnsley/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 14:26:57 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The Library @ the Lightbox, the new central library for Barnsley, opened July 13 with a full programme of events and celebrations. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/design-for-learning-in-australia_-singapore_-the-netherlands-and-kosovo/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:07:21 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb World Architecture News profiles entries for the World Interiors Awards Learning category, which reflect the importance of design for these multi-use spaces. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/new-rotadex-fineline-mobile-shelving-for-taunton/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:07:24 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Taunton Library is the main library for Somerset and is part of Libraries West, the leading public library consortium in the UK. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/hubland-library-a-future-that-looks-to-the-past/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:49:07 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The newly opened Hubland Library in Wurzburg -is a bespoke community hub designed to meet the needs of local citizens. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/no-books_-lots-of-ideas/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:07:27 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Canada's first bookless library dedicated to Makerspaces, the Idea Exchange Old Post Office offers free access to spaces for learning and creativity. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/calgary_s-new-central-library-form-over-function_/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:07:29 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb In an opinion column for CBC News, Richard White wonders if site restrictions at the futuristic new library have led to a building that is, frankly, boring. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/cape-town_s-flexible-library/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:07:31 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A new public library in Cape Town has been designed so that additional storeys can be added and its interior transformed to accommodate a variety of needs. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/gruenerloekka-library_-a-toolkit-for-localism/ Wed, 29 Nov 2023 15:59:09 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb In Grünerløkka, Oslo's trendiest district, lies Norway's oldest library building. A recent renovation has turned this building into a neighbourhood hotspot https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/sconul-library-design-awards-shortlist-announced/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:07:36 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb SCONUL has announced the shortlist of seven library projects for the 2019 Design Awards. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/alia-design-award-winners/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:07:39 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) has announced the winners of the 2019 ALIA Australian Library Design Awards. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/espoo-wins-library-of-the-year-award/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 14:32:23 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Espoo City Library, Finland, has won the Library of the Year Award in the second year of the International Excellence Awards at the London Book Fair. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/major-library-redesign-for-curtin-university_-perth/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:07:43 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A $60m refurbishment of the library has been commissioned, reducing the onsite book stock to create more informal and collaborative learning spaces. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/edwinstowe-library_-learning-from-the-community/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:07:46 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb In January 2019, Edwinstowe Library re-opened its doors, following an extensive refurbishment, under the new name of Edwinstowe Library and Learning Centre. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/ucl-unveils-new-student-centre/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:07:48 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A new Student Centre dedicated to enhancing the student experience has been unveiled by UCL in the heart of its Bloomsbury campus. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/library-and-cinema-for-west-norwood/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:07:51 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb West Norwood Library opened to the public at the end of January 2019 to the delight of Lambeth Council and local residents. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/a-fresh-eye-for-suffolk/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:07:53 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The new Eye Library in Suffolk opened January, a modern and purpose-built facility replacing the 'temporary' library building. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/west-sussex-to-invest-in-community-hubs/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 14:34:24 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A new project that puts public buildings at the heart of the community has been announced by West Sussex County Council. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/stormen-library-in-bodo_-norway-wins-award/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 14:35:26 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The Norwegian Library Association nominated three libraries for the Public Library of the Year Award 2018. Stormen library was the winner. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/southwark-opens-new-grove-vale-library/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:08:00 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The new Grove Vale Library is almost twice as big as its former site, good news for the oversubscribed children's story-times and rhyme-time sessions. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2019-news/the-library-as-a-public-space/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 12:08:02 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb An underground library in Sydney's Green Square public plaza has opened, described as a 'space-making not space-taking' design project. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2022-news/better-by-design_-an-introduction-to-planning_-designing-and-developing-library-buildings/ Mon, 15 Jan 2024 16:34:13 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Better by Design was first published in December 2008. The author, Ayub Khan, has joined forces with former colleague Stella Thebridge to update the book. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2022-news/new-libraries-in-old-buildings_-creative-reuse/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 19:59:27 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb New Libraries in Old Buildings: creative reuse - edited by Petra Hauke, Karen Latimer and Robert Neiss https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2022-news/restoration/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 19:58:58 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Not all listed buildings are centuries old and Hornsey Library, built in 1965, is one of the younger examples. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2022-news/architectural-recycling/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 19:57:51 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb A new library in an old building in Belper, Derbyshire is one of eight projects shortlisted for the RIBA East Midlands Award 2022 https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2022-news/ifla_systematic-public-library-of-the-year-award-shortlist-2022/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 19:34:21 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The IFLA/Systematic Public Library of the Year Award 2022 is administered by IFLA (International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions) to celebrate new public libraries. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2022-news/liber-architecture-group-seminar-april-2022/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 19:55:35 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The group holds a seminar every two years to promote fruitful discussions between librarians and architects. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2022-news/shaping-plans-for-sunderland-culture-house/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 19:56:36 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Community engagement has been key to shaping plans for the new Sunderland Culture House which will be a library - and much more https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2022-news/libraries-connected-the-next-five-years/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 19:54:33 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Libraries Connected, the sector support organisation, aims to complete its new five-year strategic plan (2023 - 2027) by the end of March 2022. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2022-news/new-range-of-children_s-furniture/ Wed, 18 Mar 2026 17:27:48 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb WF Education has expanded its range with the launch, in March 2022, of new modular children and young people's library furniture. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2022-news/house-of-wisdom/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 19:34:26 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The new library and culture centre in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2022-news/designing-libraries-round-table/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 19:34:23 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Event held at the Library of Birmingham on April 11th 2022 https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2022-news/ifla-library-of-the-year-award/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 19:57:12 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Applications are invited for the 2022 International Federation of Public Library Associations' Library of the Year Award, sponsored by Systematic https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2022-news/and-the-winner-is-library-of-the-year-2022/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 19:46:03 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Congratulations to Missoula Public Library in the United States which was announced as Library of the Year at the IFLA 2022 conference in Dublin, in July. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2022-news/happy-birthday-to-the-hive/ Mon, 15 Jan 2024 16:36:22 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The Hive in Worcester celebrated its tenth birthday in July with a programme of events and exhibitions to mark the milestone. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2022-news/new-university-of-bristol-library/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 19:34:31 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The new University of Bristol Library is scheduled to open in 2026. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2022-news/riba-stirling-prize-winner-2022_-the-new-library_-magdalene-college/ Fri, 29 Sept 2023 10:41:19 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb RIBA has named The New Library, Magdalene College in Cambridge by Niall McLaughlin Architects, as the winner of the 26th RIBA Stirling Prize. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2022-news/warm-and-safe-libraries/ Fri, 29 Sept 2023 10:38:30 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Libraries across the UK are encouraged to extend a warm welcome, quite literally, to customers new and old to help them through the cost-of-living crisis https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2022-news/green-libraries-manifesto/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 19:49:06 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Libraries across the UK are invited to sign a Green Libraries Manifesto to encourage the sector to lead by example by reducing their environmental impact. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2022-news/shopping-centre-library-plans/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 19:34:14 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Herefordshire Council is working on a project to move Hereford's main library into a shopping centre to attract more locals and visitors into the city centre. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2022-news/inviting-new-library-for-uithoorn/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 19:44:37 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The town of Uithoorn in the Netherlands has a brand new, modern library, designed by includi. This inviting 'Third Place', located along the Amstel River, is a safe haven for all residents and fosters community spirit. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2022-news/greener-heating-grants/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 19:53:26 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The applications process for funding from phase 3b of the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS) is expected to open after 19 September 2022. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2020-news/oslo_s-new-library-opens-june-18/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 10:56:39 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Deichman Bjørvika, the new city library for Oslo, was originally due to open on March 28, but the COVID-19 situation made it impossible. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2020-news/erasmus-university-rotterdam-library-renovation/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 10:53:02 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Meetings, working together and studying together are the main objectives of the library design... https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2020-news/new-library-and-community-park/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 10:53:06 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb In the City of Brampton, west of Toronto, the Springdale Library and Komagata Maru Park provides the suburban community with a new public library and park. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2020-news/media-library-in-a-landscape/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 10:53:09 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The new media library in Pelissanne, in the heart of Provence, is an interesting recent project designed by Dominique Coulon & Associes. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2020-news/fg-completes-havana-library-project/ Tue, 19 Aug 2025 12:16:06 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb FG Library were invited to design a new library within a refurbished space at the International School of Havana, Cuba. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2020-news/town-house-to-open-at-kingston-university/ Thu, 20 Feb 2025 10:19:10 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Town House, a new library and learning centre and a gateway to the University, is due to open in early 2020 https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2020-news/ludinghausen_-small-but-beautiful/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:06:05 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb In the small town of Ludinghausen, after ten months of renovation and a complete refurbishment, an ultra-modern and attractive library has been created. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2020-news/designed-to-inspire/ Mon, 30 Sept 2024 14:37:46 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The Lammhults Design Group has this year completed two inspirational library interiors with their usual flair for contemporary library design. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2020-news/winning-proposal-for-ibsen-library/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:18:05 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Kengo Kuma & Associates' design proposal has been selected for the new Ibsen Library in Skien, Norway, Henrik Ibsen's birthplace. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2020-news/thabo-mbeki-presidential-library/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:17:27 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Adjaye Associates has published its designs for the Thabo Mbeki Presidential Library which includes a learning centre, museum, gallery and event spaces. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2020-news/a-bookshop-in-a-paddy-field/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:29:27 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Architects TAO-Trace have created a bookshop from an abandoned house with three surviving rammed-earth walls in the village of Xiadi, in the Chinese province of Fujian. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2020-news/a-library-in-rural-nepal/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:29:31 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Following a period of voluntary work in the mountain region of Rasuwa in Nepal, a new library for children has now opened. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2020-news/the-hospitable-library-of-the-future/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:29:35 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Huis van Eemnes (The Netherlands) is a new culture house. It is an inspiring third place to meet, create and participate, where both organised and spontaneous activities take place. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2020-news/helping-libraries-thrive-in-uncertain-times/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:32:20 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb It's not business as usual for libraries, and businesses that serve libraries have been quick to move to support library services in these uncertain times. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2020-news/optimising-learning-space/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:29:40 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Birmingham City University (BCU) makes the most of agile and flexible working with LapSafe's largest installation of their self-service laptop loan lockers. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2020-news/the-concrete-wormhole-library/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:29:42 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb MAD Architects have released images of the concrete library under construction in the coastal Hainan Province of China. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2020-news/safe-working_-an-architectural-perspective/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:31:22 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Ayub Khan, service manager at Warwickshire County Council, introduces this new practical guide produced by architects IF_DO. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2020-news/designing-the-online-experience/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:29:47 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb How can a library catalogue online be designed differently? How do you build different ways of accessing the collection both for online and onsite experiences? https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2020-news/brainstorm-will-light-up-bjorvika-in-oslo/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:25:51 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The artwork BRAINSTORM by Lars Ramberg has taken three years to produce; a gigantic piece of conceptual art: over 400m of handmade glass tubing. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2020-news/library-buildings-in-europe/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:29:50 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb LIBER Architecture Group has redesigned and released its database of new libraries in Europe. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2020-news/the-safe-reopening-of-libraries/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:29:53 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb As libraries move towards reopening, where can we turn to for information and guidance on safe opening for both users and staff, when business as usual is not an option? https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2020-news/the-living-room-behind-the-bookshelves/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 10:46:03 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The two story glass facade of the public library in Dornbirn, Austria, is a curtain layer containing 8,000 ceramic batons symbolising bookshelves. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2020-news/landmark-new-library-for-bristol/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 11:07:12 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The University of Bristol has submitted a planning application for its landmark new library, which will transform the heart of its Clifton campus. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2020-news/ottawa_s-new-library-revealed/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 10:53:17 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Designs have been revealed for the new joint library and archives facility to be built in Ottawa, Canada. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2020-news/what-nottingham-central-library-will-look-like/ Fri, 21 Jul 2023 10:53:20 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Images of the proposed design of the new Nottingham Central Library, from architects FaulknerBrowns, have been released. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2021-news/sunderlands-culture-house/ Thu, 23 Nov 2023 10:57:54 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb In October 2020, Sunderland City Council published the Riverside Sunderland Masterplan, which sets out a strategy for the regeneration. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2021-news/library-whale-or-ocean-liner/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:12:43 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Pinghe Bibliotheater is a combined library and theatre designed by Open Architecture for an international school in Shanghai. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2021-news/meeting-spaces-in-libraries/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:00:11 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Bristol is among several library authorities that have recently installed private meeting pods in libraries. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2021-news/discover-a-wonderland/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:01:25 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The new children's library for Gutersloh City Library in North Rhine-Westphalia is a wonderland behind the shelves. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2021-news/berlin_s-library-and-testimony-archive/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:02:56 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The new Documentation Centre for Displacement, Expulsion, Reconciliation in Berlin is a symbol for memory and commemoration. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2021-news/the-restoration-of-norbury-library/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:03:42 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Part of Croydon Council's Library Transformation Programme, this 1930s locally listed library has been beautifully restored by Bisset Adams. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2021-news/new-space-for-university-of-birmingham-campus/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:04:54 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The University of Birmingham Dubai has appointed Ecospace to help create an easy-to-use library space for students at its new campus, to open Autumn 2021. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2021-news/a-natural-library/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:05:25 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Zheshui Natural Library, which is integrated into the natural landscape, has won the annual Design Educates Award for architectural design. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2021-news/designing-a-new-heart-for-a-small-city/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:07:54 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Kirkkonummi is a small town near Helsinki built around a medieval stone church. JKMM Architects has transformed the old city library facing the church. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2021-news/library-design-matters_-a-webinet-series-from-ifla/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:09:04 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The IFLA Library Buildings and Equipment Section has embarked on a series of webinets to stimulate ideas about new approaches to library design. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2021-news/doncasters-new-library-opens-virtually/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:10:03 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Doncaster's new Danum Gallery, Library and Museum (DGLAM) has opened a virtual tour for visitors. It can be accessed from the link on this page. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2021-news/the-nest-in-bexley/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:10:42 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb Construction of 'The Nest' is currently underway as part of the major redevelopment of the former Tavey Bridge residential area. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2021-news/new-school-library-in-an-apple-orchard/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:11:58 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The London office of architects Woods Bagot has just completed the new library for St Mary's Calne School, incorporating the adjacent apple orchard. https://designinglibraries.org.uk/news/2021-news/australian-library-design-award-winners-2021/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:11:19 GMT 7cc24916-6cc1-4aab-b49d-d7146efe9feb The winners of the Australian Library Design Awards were announced at the March 2021 Changing Spaces Library Design Conference. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:38:00 GMT