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.