Purdue University Krannert Hall Management & Economics Library
Innovative work and study spaces for today's students
Challenge: Purdue University Libraries wanted an interactive learning space with a myriad of learning environments and maximum flexibility in configuration.
Solution: Our design approach was to install a low-profile (2.5” tall) raised floor system where technology and power could be run under the floor to any point within the space, and could be easily repositioned in the future depending on need. The renovated space includes a branded self-serve coffee kiosk and vending, a 20-seat conference room, fixed computer stations, group learning areas ranging from 2 to 6 people, stacks for print collections, an office suite, and an information services area. The materials used with the space are very sophisticated and were chosen based on low-maintenance and green qualities. The lighting was carefully designed so as to have proper ambient lighting as well as punches of accent lighting and task lighting.

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Architecture

HIGHLIGHTS

Size: 10,000-sf
Completed: 2007
Krannert Parrish Library by RQAW engineering and architecture firm
Krannert Hall Library computer workstations- open concept
study tables at Purdue Univeristy's Krannert Hall Library
Krannert Hall Library computer workstations- open concept