Library Buildings around the World

The new building design includes over 30 classrooms and computer labs; biology, chemistry, and physical science labs; and a 250seat
lecture hall. The lecture and classrooms spaces located on the lower level can be utilized as a conference center for outside
entities. Library and Learning Resource Centers, with shared computer labs, are conveniently located on the main floor and are
evident to passing pedestrians through a transparent glassy north façade. A central, six-story atrium serves as the interactive hub of
the building and serves multi-purpose needs such as student lounge, exhibit space, registration surge space and pre-function lobby
for conference functions. The atrium is topped with a monumental skylight that allows natural light to filter down through the
building. Adhering to energy-efficient and sustainable design measures, the building received a LEED® Silver rating from the
United States Green Building Council—the first academic building in the City of Berkeley to earn such a distinction. (Ratcliffs)
Ratio Architects, Indianapolis IN – USA
KEVIN HUSE, AIA: ASSOCIATE PRINCIPAL
Previously with Woollen Molzan and Partners, Inc., Kevin's specialized focus is the programming and design of academic libraries
and learning centers and public libraries throughout the country. He has worked with approximately two dozen libraries and is a
strong advocate for the library as the technology hub for campuses and a thriving student destination for collaborative learning,
research and socialization.
http://ratioarchitects.com
Libraries:
East Stroudsburg Keystone Academic Commons, East Stroudsburg University, East Stroudsburg, PA -
USA 2018
RATIO Architects: Library Programming & Planning / EwingCole: Architect of Record architecture / programming & planning,
Sq. Ft.: 269,000, COSTS: $ 118.6 million
While still early in the planning process, this project is projected to be a unique solution to the evolving roles and missions of
Libraries and Student Centers on today’s modern academic campus. The strategy is to plan and construct a single building at the
heart of the East Stroudsburg campus that will bring together a contemporary Student Center and an innovative Library and
Information Commons. The solution is expected to create a fusion of student life, student services, teaching and research, and
technology in a bold response to the challenges of the digital academic world. All spaces will be modern, state-of-the-art and
digitally-interactive with wireless capability. Classrooms, lab spaces, offices, conference and meeting rooms, as well as lounges will
have data access; with many also having video conferencing capabilities. The “smart” classrooms will include instructor network
stations, video capability, and electrically operated screens and smart boards. The complex will also house the campus computing
center and an archival center for jazz recordings. It is to be built and occupied in two consecutive phases. (Ratio)
Livingston Lord Library renovation and expansion, Minnesota State University, Moorhead, MN – USA
2013
Sq. Ft.: 123,701, costs: $9.3 million
The Livingston Lord Library renovation and expansion project began with an evaluation of the predesign scope to realign the
project within a determined budget. Once approved, the design team continued to craft plans for a phased renovation.
Kevin Huse: Library Programming & Planning / BKV Group: Architect of Record
Originally constructed in 1960 with an addition in 1987, the Livingston Lord Library (Information Technology Center) is in need of
a comprehensive replacement of all mechanical and electrical systems, as well as the necessary upgrades to meet the requirements
and technological advances of today’s academic library environment. Multiple phases are planned to minimize disruption to the
academic schedule and to optimize costs. Presently, exterior work is complete; interior phased renovations will commence shortly.
(Ratio)
Andrew G. Truxal Library, Anne Arundel Community College, Arnold MD – USA 2012
SqFt.: 75,080, costs : $13.9 million
The Andrew G. Truxal Library, constructed in 1967, is one of the original buildings on AACC’s eastern campus. The project began
with the completion of a state-required programming process (Part I & II) and an Educational Specifications document. Successfully
funded, bids for the construction of an addition to and renovation of the existing building were received and well under budget.
Now complete, the complex houses an expanded Student Success Center—an integrated one-stop environment including the
Technology Learning Center (a 100-seat computer commons); the Department of Reading Instruction; Honors Program; a Tutoring
Center; Supplemental Instruction; Labs for Math, Computation, Reading, Writing; and the SASP program (a support program for
firstgeneration college students). It will also provide 20 collaboration rooms, a learning commons, two information literacy
instruction labs, and a specially designated ‘quiet’ reading room. All spaces will be tied together with the library by the Commuter
Commons, a space for informal collaboration and socializing modeled on an urban hotel lobby. The Commuter Commons will
feature vending, quick access computer kiosks, a fireplace, large screen TV, informal exhibit space, and casual seating. (Ratio)
Ivy Tech Multimodal Facility & Resource Center, Ivy Tech Community College, Indianapolis, IN - USA
2011
Architecture / interior Design / Landscape Architecture / urban design & planning, Sq. Ft.: 250,000, COSTS : $9.5 million
Ivy Tech Community College tapped RATIO to design its new Multimodal Facility & Resource Center, a project that provides its
campus community with improved vehicular and pedestrian wayfinding, a higher level of safety and parking availability, and
enhanced student and information resources. With its access to a major arterial street immediately north of downtown
Indianapolis, the project is the popular community college’s new urban campus gateway. The project’s architecture and streetscape
elements blend the existing campus characteristics with a newer, lively contemporary identity. At street level, an active and
transparent campus resource center will enhance the Ivy Tech student experience. The Multimodal Facility & Resource Center
project also positively impacts the community, serving as an IndyGo mass transit bus transfer station along Illinois St. In the future,
the facility will also provide local retail opportunities to the Fall Creek Neighborhood Community located nearby. (Ratio)
Morris Library, Southern Illinois University Carbondale, Carbondale, IL - USA 2009
Kevin Huse: Library Programming, Planning, Interiors & Furnishings / PSA Dewberry: Architect of Record,
Sq. Ft.: 313,123, COSTS: $56.5 million
Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC) asked Kevin Huse and his team to renovate its existing 1956 Morris Library facility
and create an a 53,830 square foot addition to accommodate the changing needs of its learning community. The project directly
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