J.B Chifley Library
PROJECT NAME
J.B Chifley Library
LOCATION
ANU
PROJECT TYPE
Renovation
LIBRARY TYPE
Academic
PROJECT BUDGET
$11.7 million
COMPLETED
2019
The Chifley Library, named after Joseph Benedict Chifley (Prime Minister of Australia from 1945-1949), supports the teaching, learning and research activities of staff and students in the ANU College of Arts & Social Sciences and the ANU College of Business and Economics.
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The project’s scope was to renovate of levels 1 and 2 of the J B Chifley Library at the Australian National University.
The renovation included the level destroyed by the flood (Level 1) and integration with the new Kambri cultural precinct (Level 2). Underpinning the project was a recognition of trauma from the flood and need to engage visibly with the community, rebuilding the library to enhance university experience.
The primary objects were to:Meet user needs of flexible learning spaces, light and amenities expressed through design workshops and surveys
• Creating a “student owned” ethos that shaped an extension of the village experience
• Enable group and individual experiences for reflective and shared study
• Create staff work areas that supported library life and modern workflows
• Harmonise the precinct for excellent client experience.
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Organisation/Council/Shire Name
Australian National University
Type of Build
Renovation
Architect/Designer
AMC Architects
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Project Budget
$11.7 million
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Carpet & Flooring Finishings
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Shelving
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Signage
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Fixed/Loose Joinery
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Lighting
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RFID Technology
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AV Equipment
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