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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Comments

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.

Supporting resources

Floor Plan

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Library details

Organisation/Council/Shire Name

Australian National University

Type of Build

Renovation

Architect/Designer

AMC Architects

Floor Space

Project Budget

$11.7  million

Principal Contractor/builder

Energy Rating

Carpet & Flooring Finishings

Shelving

Signage

Fixed/Loose Joinery

Lighting

RFID Technology

AV Equipment

Awards & Recognition

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