Designing Libraries

Designing Libraries is a freely accessible resource for everyone interested in design and innovation in libraries

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In this lighthearted chat, @ayubkhan786 from Designing Libraries joins BBC Radio Berkshire to explore why library buildings matter and how libraries are evolving to community need. https://t.co/5EVQ3UZjKK

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Designing Libraries is keen to hear your views on our website and wider activities via this short online questionnaire which should take no more than 2 minutes to complete by 5th November 26. Thanks.

Use this link to see the form: https://t.co/xAfdnWfLhV

[Designing Libraries @librarydesign]

Our latest newsletter features standout case studies libraries, inc Haydock Library, the Seoul Outdoor Library, the spaceship inspired Lucas Museum of Narrative Art Research Library & the transformation of Cliftonville Library on our newly updated website https://t.co/Ru6SLKBwWz

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We’re partnering with @Arup to explore the future of England’s public library estate. Working alongside sector partners,we’re looking at how library buildings & spaces can continue to evolve to meet changing community needs, supporting learning, creativity, wellbeing & connection

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The inaugural national Designing Libraries Conference took place at Camden’s Swiss Cottage Library exploring themes around inclusivity, innovation, technology, sustainability and key trends shaping library design. Read the Information Professional article: https://t.co/5w8OarnIRz

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The winner of the IFLA Public Library of the Year Award 2026 has been announced at the IFLA World Library and Information Congress in Busan, South Korea. Congratulations to Mesa Gateway Library on this outstanding achievement! https://t.co/yG27Zj85xF
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Taking a well earned holiday this Summer. Why not take a few moments before to catch up with our conference special newsletter, featuring highlights from the inaugural Designing Libraries Conference 2026, delegate feedback, inspiring quotes and photos.
https://t.co/156REYXlZd

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All ready to welcome our guests to our inaugural Designing Libraries conference. It promises to be a stimulating and informative day. The conference could not take place without our generous supporters, sponsors and speakers

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Not long to go now until our first National Library Conference and we're excited to share the news that our event is now fully booked. It promises to be a great day of innovative ideas, inspiring speakers & opportunities to connect with colleagues from across the library sector.

[Designing Libraries @librarydesign]

There's only a limited number of places remaining for our National Library Design Conference on 17th June. Secure your ticket & download the conference brochure for programme details, speaker profiles, sponsor information and practical guidance for the day https://t.co/ZnSqcGNdWI

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We’d like to say a big welcome to @GresswellUK our latest Designing Libraries sponsor, so why not check out a variety of their new innovative case studies we’ve recently added to the website https://t.co/skRPfx1HHO

[Arts Council England @ace_national]

The Libraries Improvement Fund Round 5 is now open.📚

£5.5m available to help library services in England upgrade buildings, spaces and digital infrastructure.

Find out more and apply. 🔗 https://t.co/aM4DEfdq0N

Image Credit: Henleaze Library

[Designing Libraries @librarydesign]

If you haven’t received our latest newsletter, why not spring into action this weekend. Sign up now & watch your inbox blossom. It’s packed with blooming great content & details of our national library design conference, at Swiss Cottage Library, June 17th https://t.co/vRoVUCABQI

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You might be interested in signing up for this seminar, primarily aimed at colleagues in the Middle East, however, this maybe relevant to all colleagues across the globe. https://t.co/rLgFjjEckK

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@OpeningTheBook have recently relaunched their website and they have a new section on #librarydesign so it's definitely worth a look: https://t.co/ATmyMA6OIf @ayubkhan786

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Inspiring day at Warwick Castle meeting in 17th century Italian Library with our amazing DL sponsors @BibliothecaX @designconceptuk @fg_library @OpeningTheBook Discussions covered web enhancements,IFLA collaboration & planning for an upcoming national conference on #librarydesign

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A new week and a new raft of innovative library design case studies to inspire you all added to our website. Check them out now: https://t.co/GecnOVIc7r

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Read our latest perspectives article where @ayubkhan786 has an insightful talk with @suemck about her work as a library consultant: https://t.co/0U0zQoEkoG

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Information Professional Digital Winter 2025 features Designing Libraries Director @ayubkhan786 discussing trends in library design and technology https://t.co/dRL4RQXbV9

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Read all about our latest featured library, Glucksman Library in The University of Limerick, which in November 2025, received a highly commended recognition for library spaces at the SCONUL Library Design Awards - https://t.co/WLtwBROazp