REVITALIZATION
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Update on Library Space Enhancement Project
The Library Extension and Revitalization Project for constructing an additional floor and renovating the existing Library area is still pending government funding support. To meet the imminent space needs in support for learning and research, the Library has revamped and refurbished different user areas with funding support from the University. Below are the enhancement works that are in progress or have been completed:
Multipurpose Hall (P/F)
The former exhibition area on P/F has been refurbished and converted into Multipurpose Hall. More power outlets and a variety of flexible furniture are provided in the area to support collaborative study and quiet discussion. Library special events can be held in the area when necessary.
24-Hour Study Centre (G/F) – Expansion and Refurbishment
The renovation and expansion work for the 24-Hour Study Centre (G/F) has been started since late Jul 2014. Room L003 right next to the Centre is now open for 24-hour access during the renovation period. The new 24-hour Study Centre providing more group discussion rooms and more collaborative study space is expected to re-open in mid-Sep 2014.
Right: Temporary closure of 24-Hour Study Center (G/F) for construction work. Media Services (3/F) – Converting into Multimedia Commons
The Media Service area has been closed for renovation since 11 Aug 2014. The area will be transformed into the Multimedia Commons to provide open browsing of audiovisual collection and better facilities support for multimedia production. The renovation work will take 2-3 months to complete.
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To provide a more comfortable and pleasant study environment, the Library has replaced some plants with new species on P/F. More green plants have also been placed on 4/F and 5/F to brighten up the areas.
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To make room for the new compact shelving in Room L019 for housing bound journals, the books at Class T-Z have been relocated from this room to Room L501 and L505 (5/F). Nearly 360 m2 of shelving space can thus be saved and converted for user study. In addition, we have also taken the opportunity to re-arrange the seating and shelving layout on 1/F and 5/F over the last summer with an aim to bring in more natural light to the study areas.
Upper Left: Room L114 shelving re-arrangement in progress. |
