Designing Libraries
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Designing Libraries is a freely accessible resource for everyone interested in design and innovation in libraries https://designinglibraries.org.uk
This is so true. Libraries are beacons of lights in our cities, towns and villages!
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When the clocks go back and the nights close in, towns and cities start to change. Streets grow quieter, shopfronts dim earlier, and people retreat indoors. But in windows across Northern Ireland… | L...
When the clocks go back and the nights close in, towns and cities start to change. Streets grow quieter, shopfronts dim earlier, and people retreat indoors. But in windows across Northern Ireland, the...
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November 5, 2025 at 12:46 PM
This is so true. Libraries are beacons of lights in our cities, towns and villages!
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When the clocks go back and the nights close in, towns and cities start to change. Streets grow quieter, shopfronts dim earlier, and people retreat indoors. But in windows across Northern Ireland… | L...
When the clocks go back and the nights close in, towns and cities start to change. Streets grow quieter, shopfronts dim earlier, and people retreat indoors. But in windows across Northern Ireland, the...
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November 5, 2025 at 12:45 PM
This is so true. Libraries are beacons of lights in our cities, towns and villages!
www.linkedin.com/posts/librar...
www.linkedin.com/posts/librar...
We have curated a list of resources and links about National and international websites, online information sources and image galleries featuring library buildings and library design examples, all in one section as a one stop shop for anyone to access: designinglibraries.org.uk/resources/re...
Related design sites and image galleries
National and international websites, online information sources and image galleries featuring library buildings and library design examples.
designinglibraries.org.uk
October 23, 2025 at 8:48 AM
We have curated a list of resources and links about National and international websites, online information sources and image galleries featuring library buildings and library design examples, all in one section as a one stop shop for anyone to access: designinglibraries.org.uk/resources/re...
In the Autumn 2025 edition of Information Professional magazine, our DL Director @ayubkhan786.bsky.social discusses how public libraries are supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities - designinglibraries.org.uk/news/how-pub...
How public libraries support children with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities)
Information Professional Autumn 2025 features Designing Libraries Director Ayub Khan discussing how libraries are offering support for children with SEND
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October 16, 2025 at 9:44 AM
In the Autumn 2025 edition of Information Professional magazine, our DL Director @ayubkhan786.bsky.social discusses how public libraries are supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities - designinglibraries.org.uk/news/how-pub...
If you've subscribed to our Designing Libraries newsletter, then you should've received our latest Awe inspiring Autumnal edition, but you can always choose to read it on the DL website, so why not check it out: designinglibraries.org.uk/news/newslet...
September 2025 Newsletter
Read the Autumn 2025 Designing Libraries International Newsletter here
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September 18, 2025 at 9:45 AM
If you've subscribed to our Designing Libraries newsletter, then you should've received our latest Awe inspiring Autumnal edition, but you can always choose to read it on the DL website, so why not check it out: designinglibraries.org.uk/news/newslet...
Check out this great and inspiring library design @librariesconnected.bsky.social article from Fiona Tarn, Chair of London Libraries: www.librariesconnected.org.uk/news/camden-... @designconceptuk.bsky.social @ayubkhan786.bsky.social
Camden Libraries: Making library spaces flexible and attractive | Libraries Connected
Creating beautiful spaces is a key ingredient to a modern library service.
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September 17, 2025 at 8:54 AM
Check out this great and inspiring library design @librariesconnected.bsky.social article from Fiona Tarn, Chair of London Libraries: www.librariesconnected.org.uk/news/camden-... @designconceptuk.bsky.social @ayubkhan786.bsky.social
Read Daniela Hislop CEO of @designconceptuk.bsky.social captivating global perspective on library design @lizmcgettigan.bsky.social designinglibraries.org.uk/news/a-globa...
Daniela Hislop CEO of the Design Concept's global perspective on library design
"The future of libraries is already happening. It’s bold, inclusive and beautiful - and it’s time to pay attention.”
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September 4, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Read Daniela Hislop CEO of @designconceptuk.bsky.social captivating global perspective on library design @lizmcgettigan.bsky.social designinglibraries.org.uk/news/a-globa...
Check out this Designing Libraries in the 21st Century conference, taking place between September 28th - 30th at the University of Rochester in New York. More details here: www.library.rochester.edu/designinglib...
Designing Libraries XII | River Campus Libraries
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August 28, 2025 at 8:43 AM
Check out this Designing Libraries in the 21st Century conference, taking place between September 28th - 30th at the University of Rochester in New York. More details here: www.library.rochester.edu/designinglib...
Read this informative, incisive and really interesting interview we've added with #JoshHughes who's recently become Managing Director of #FGLibrary designinglibraries.org.uk/news/josh-hu...
Interview with Josh Hughes, Managing Director of FG Library
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.
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August 19, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Read this informative, incisive and really interesting interview we've added with #JoshHughes who's recently become Managing Director of #FGLibrary designinglibraries.org.uk/news/josh-hu...
Another fantastic case study to read, but this time from FG Library all about the transformation of Henley Library into a vibrant, accessible and community centred hub! designinglibraries.org.uk/case-studies...
Henley Library, Henley-on-Thames
Henley Library underwent a comprehensive refurbishment to transform it into a vibrant, accessible, and community-centred hub
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August 18, 2025 at 10:17 AM
Another fantastic case study to read, but this time from FG Library all about the transformation of Henley Library into a vibrant, accessible and community centred hub! designinglibraries.org.uk/case-studies...
@ifla.org @ayubkhan786.bsky.social The winner of the IFLA public library of the year award 2025 will be announced very soon, but in the meantime, find out about the shortlisted applicants designinglibraries.org.uk/news/shortli...
Shortlisted Applicants for IFLA Public Library of the Year Award 2025
The Public Library of the Year award is presented by the International Federation of Library Associations & Institutions, to honour new public libraries
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August 18, 2025 at 9:34 AM
@ifla.org @ayubkhan786.bsky.social The winner of the IFLA public library of the year award 2025 will be announced very soon, but in the meantime, find out about the shortlisted applicants designinglibraries.org.uk/news/shortli...
Welcome to the future! Read the new innovative Northmoor Library, Oldham case study from @designconceptuk.bsky.social @lizmcgettigan.bsky.social designinglibraries.org.uk/case-studies...
Northmoor Library, Oldham
Welcome to the future! Northmoor - a hub of opportunity
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August 18, 2025 at 9:29 AM
Welcome to the future! Read the new innovative Northmoor Library, Oldham case study from @designconceptuk.bsky.social @lizmcgettigan.bsky.social designinglibraries.org.uk/case-studies...
Read all about this lovely woodland themed library in Wales. Our case study of Llanrwst Library tells how it was beautifully transformed by Opening the Book Ltd It's got fascinating, engaging illustrations and reading dens in the children's library too! designinglibraries.org.uk/case-studies...
Llanrwst Library, Wales
A new community hub for rural Conwy when the building which had been the Glasdir Business and Conference Centre in Llanrwst became available.
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August 11, 2025 at 11:03 AM
Read all about this lovely woodland themed library in Wales. Our case study of Llanrwst Library tells how it was beautifully transformed by Opening the Book Ltd It's got fascinating, engaging illustrations and reading dens in the children's library too! designinglibraries.org.uk/case-studies...
DL Director @ayubkhan786.bsky.social has written a thought provoking article in the latest Information Professional Magazine on the subject of how libraries are tackling anti-social behaviour: content.yudu.com/web/43mce/0A...
InfoPro Rewired 2025
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July 28, 2025 at 9:44 AM
DL Director @ayubkhan786.bsky.social has written a thought provoking article in the latest Information Professional Magazine on the subject of how libraries are tackling anti-social behaviour: content.yudu.com/web/43mce/0A...
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Duke Humfrey's Library has been shortlisted as one of the Top 10 Most Beautiful Libraries in the World by @1000Libraries. We’re currently at number 5 - and we need your help to win! Please vote for the Duke Humfrey's Library: 1000libraries.typeform.com/to/TdFzuF5W?...
All photos by Fisher Studios
All photos by Fisher Studios
July 4, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Duke Humfrey's Library has been shortlisted as one of the Top 10 Most Beautiful Libraries in the World by @1000Libraries. We’re currently at number 5 - and we need your help to win! Please vote for the Duke Humfrey's Library: 1000libraries.typeform.com/to/TdFzuF5W?...
All photos by Fisher Studios
All photos by Fisher Studios
Why not read our new Summer Sizzling newsletter, loaded with hot picks and cool summer delights! designinglibraries.org.uk/news/newslet...
June 2025 Newsletter
Read the Summer 2025 Designing Libraries International Newsletter here
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June 30, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Why not read our new Summer Sizzling newsletter, loaded with hot picks and cool summer delights! designinglibraries.org.uk/news/newslet...
Opened in 2022, the 6th floor extension of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University Library includes distinct areas for both collaborative work and quiet study. designinglibraries.org.uk/case-studies...
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Library New Extension Floor
Opened in 2022, the 6th floor extension of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University Library includes distinct areas for both collaborative work and quiet study
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June 13, 2025 at 12:16 PM
Opened in 2022, the 6th floor extension of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University Library includes distinct areas for both collaborative work and quiet study. designinglibraries.org.uk/case-studies...
We've been working hard putting up some brilliant new case studies on the website from our sponsors @designconceptuk.bsky.social FG Library and Opening the Book Ltd. It's exciting to read about and see these fantastic innovative projects come to fruition, Enjoy! @ayubkhan786.bsky.social
Case Studies
Case studies from Designing Libraries' sponsors, showcasing some of the latest library building transformation projects.
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June 5, 2025 at 12:39 PM
We've been working hard putting up some brilliant new case studies on the website from our sponsors @designconceptuk.bsky.social FG Library and Opening the Book Ltd. It's exciting to read about and see these fantastic innovative projects come to fruition, Enjoy! @ayubkhan786.bsky.social
Congratulations to Designing Libraries Director @ayubkhan786.bsky.social on being elected to the @iflaglobal.bsky.social buildings section
CILIP congratulates a cohort of outstanding UK library professionals been elected to serve on committees & the Governing Board of @IFLA for 2025–27 an chance for UK professionals to help shape global policy & collaborate with colleagues across borders. www.cilip.org.uk/news/701441/...
UK Library professionals elected to IFLA leadership roles
CILIP congratulates a cohort of outstanding UK library professionals who have been elected to serve on committees and the Governing Board of IFLA for 2025-2027
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May 21, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Congratulations to Designing Libraries Director @ayubkhan786.bsky.social on being elected to the @iflaglobal.bsky.social buildings section
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One of the grandest entrances through an old foundry to a library I’ve ever seen and visited in the UK, at St Helen’s glass museum and library #theworldofglass @designinglibraries.bsky.social
May 21, 2025 at 12:55 PM
One of the grandest entrances through an old foundry to a library I’ve ever seen and visited in the UK, at St Helen’s glass museum and library #theworldofglass @designinglibraries.bsky.social
@designconceptuk.bsky.social @lizmcgettigan.bsky.social @ayubkhan786.bsky.social Experience the grand reopening of Chorlton Library, a historic Grade II-listed landmark in Manchester, meticulously refurbished to blend heritage with innovation. designinglibraries.org.uk/case-studies...
Chorlton Library, Manchester
Chorlton Library, a historic Grade II-listed landmark in Manchester has been meticulously refurbished to blend heritage with innovation.
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May 15, 2025 at 9:28 AM
@designconceptuk.bsky.social @lizmcgettigan.bsky.social @ayubkhan786.bsky.social Experience the grand reopening of Chorlton Library, a historic Grade II-listed landmark in Manchester, meticulously refurbished to blend heritage with innovation. designinglibraries.org.uk/case-studies...
Creative #FridayFeeling Read all about this fascinating interactive sound archives sculpture, 'The Listening Desk,' which is now permanently installed in six libraries across the UK.
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The Listening Desk by Emily Peasgood Studio, in collaboration with Studio Ben Allen
It's a functional and interactive sound sculpture, inviting people to access and create soundscapes with sound archives, in a fun and playful way.
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May 9, 2025 at 10:53 AM
Creative #FridayFeeling Read all about this fascinating interactive sound archives sculpture, 'The Listening Desk,' which is now permanently installed in six libraries across the UK.
designinglibraries.org.uk/news/listeni...
designinglibraries.org.uk/news/listeni...
Read the fantastic new blog article on, 'Bringing Your Books Alive,' from Designing Libraries Sponsors, Opening the Book Ltd
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Opening the Book Blog - Bringing Your Books Alive
Designing Libraries sponsors Opening the Book specialise in international reader-centred library design along with training courses for all grades of staff
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May 8, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Read the fantastic new blog article on, 'Bringing Your Books Alive,' from Designing Libraries Sponsors, Opening the Book Ltd
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#ThursdayMotivation Important UK Home Office library news update! designinglibraries.org.uk/news/martyn-...
Martyn’s Law
The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, also known as Martyn’s Law, received Royal Assent on Thursday 3rd April 2025.
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April 17, 2025 at 8:21 AM
#ThursdayMotivation Important UK Home Office library news update! designinglibraries.org.uk/news/martyn-...
#thursdaymotivation Read this fantastic library design guest blog from @peters-books.bsky.social designinglibraries.org.uk/resources/re... @ayubkhan786.bsky.social
Peters' Blog: How To Use Colour Psychology In Your Library
Peters’ interior designers use colour psychology to inform work they do in schools, seeking to align emotions and behaviours with the purpose of the space.
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April 10, 2025 at 12:27 PM
#thursdaymotivation Read this fantastic library design guest blog from @peters-books.bsky.social designinglibraries.org.uk/resources/re... @ayubkhan786.bsky.social