LIBRARY REFURBISHMENT

Student usage up by over 25%
“The redesign of the library by Blackpepper has been a great success. Library staff have recorded a 25% increase in students accessing the resource this year”.
Lynda Brown: Vice Principal Curriculum,
Hadlow College

BRIEF/
Extension and redevelopment of the college’s main library and learning resource centre. To provide a research hub for the campus where technology, content and services come together within a dynamic and inspiring work environment.

KEY OUTPUTS INCLUDED/

  • integrated café
  • personal and silent study spaces
  • collaborative working areas
  • bespoke signage system and information graphics

OUTCOMES/

  • 25% increase in student access in first year.
  • access by students previously not using library resources.
  • students less reliant on staff for locating research materials.
  • high staff/student appreciation.
Hadlow