ThomsonAdsett was one of six selected architects invited to submit ideas for a major redevelopment of their Gold Coast campus library. ThomsonAdsett was selected by the University to proceed with a design that prioritizes the needs of the student, staff, and visitors with innovative learning environments.
The $21 million building has been conceived with a high degree of permeability with the intent of activating University Drive. Feature spaces include an experimental collaborative space, learning "aviary" landscape, shard meeting room, seminar rooms on each level, a laptop lounge, and feature sky lounge.
Priority has been given to the student with a range of learning settings, offering an inspirational choice of learning environments internally and externally. The prominence of the extension will re-establish the library as the campus heart with a simple, responsive, and distinctive building.