ADP's award-winning new library and central learning resource centre for Canterbury Christ Church University is now its premiere landmark. This interactive hub of the University includes cafes, drop-in internet access, and a range of student support services that are readily accessible and available. With an atrium of grand proportions, it is an inspiring focal point for the whole University community. The dynamic character of the building has been expressed by the angular assortment of bridges and galleries that intersect the atrium, linking the building’s two sides of flexible floors. These diagonal elements were inspired by views of historic Canterbury seen from the building’s glass façade, including an ancient burial mound, the City Walls, and the famous Cathedral itself. The building has achieved a BREEAM rating of ‘Very Good’, and was used as the pilot scheme for the new BREEAM Higher Education assessment category. Some 20% of the energy consumed will be from renewable sources, primarily from ground-sourced heating and cooling systems.