From a Library Learning Centre to

Open SpacesTU Delft Library

May 2, 2023

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Liesbeth MantelHead of Open SpacesTU Delft Library

Keywords: TU Delft Library, Open Spaces, the new way of working, art, storytelling, inspiration – hebbedingetjes

Contact detailsE e.mantel@tudelft.nlW www.moqub.comT @moqubLi Liesbeth Mantel

Presentationswww.slideshare.net/moqub

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What to expect

• library buildings• how did we get there?• we succeeded!• Library Learning Centre in 7 keywords• Personas• Living Campus

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Library Learning Centre (Central Library)Prometheusplein 12628 ZC Delft

Architecture Faculty Library & Map roomJulianalaan 134 (Room 01MID100)2628 BL Delft

Locations

TU Delft Library has two locations, both on the TU Delft campus.

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Opening hours

Architecture Library & Map room• Monday - Thursday: 09:00-18:00• Friday: 09:00-17:00• Closed on public holidays

Library Learning Centre• Open 365 days per year• Normal: 08:00-24:00• During Examination period:

08:00-02:00

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Architecture Library

• Library & Map room• a large collection of

topographical and thematic maps of the Netherlands

• saved collection after the fire in 2008

• desk made of books• exhibits

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The Central Library• Francine Houben

(Mecanoo architects)• realized in 1997• energy-efficient• ‘landscape’• floor space: 15.000 m2• highest point: 45 m

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Landscape

‘The lawn is tilted from one side, lifting the landscape as if lifting a piece of paper. The main hall, study spaces, depots and offices seem to slide underneath.’

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The cone

‘As a symbol of technical engineering, the cone pins the grass roof and the library together like a giant skewer.’

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Climate control

• cold and heat are stored in groundwater at 45 to 70 meters

• columns provide heating and ventilation

• indoor air is led through an air cavity between the inner and outer glass sheets and then discharged

• the grass roof is a great insulator and holds rain water for slow evaporation

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Book wall

• hanging from the ceiling• slender tie rods share the weight

with floor beams inserted in the wall

• ‘Houben blue’ is the signature colour on the wall, named after the Library’s architect

• depots for books, journals and historical and TU Delft-related objects are in the basement

• total book shelves: 45 km

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Transformation needed(2007-2010)

• the Library space was not optimally used

• decrease in the use of traditional Library products and services

• connection with learning centre and campus concept

• user needs have changed

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Research 2007-2008

• small scale survey in the building students) and on campus (30 students) / brainstorm sessions

• strinking: difference between involvement and student satisfaction

• wishes: better coffee, seats, power outlets, more scanners & printers, fun!, Starbucks, 24/7, High Tech, The place to be, Living Room

• web-based visualisation

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Ambition

‘Support others within TU Delft Library in the development of an ambition that the Library is positioned as an educational and inspiring learning environment where users like to COME AND STAY.’

question for Alares

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We succeeded!

• 2x the amount of visitors before and after the redesign

• XXL opening hours• extra study spaces in the Aula

during exam periods• from 4 project rooms to

10 project rooms in 1 year

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Library Learning Centre

• silence & concentration• interaction & meeting• 1100 study spaces /

10 project rooms• 3 multi purpose rooms• explained by 7 keywords

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1. Flexible

• hosting events, easy change-over of tables, chairs and other equipment

• easier to change in the future

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1. Flexible: Events

• room reservation• big (university) events,

workshops & courses, conferences, meetings

• free for TU Delft students and employees

• for rent from 75 - 175 Euro per daypart

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2. Individual Studying

• keep the same number of study places

• special rules during exam weeks

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3. Knowledge advisor

• one information desk• offline en online help

AskYourLibrary• Maths & Mechanics helpdesk

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4. Attractive

• create a one-day stay (great coffee)

• reasons for a visit, more than books (workshop, meeting point)

• exhibitions, lectures

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4. Attractive

• bring culture to the Library visitors

• create a one-day stay (great coffee)

• reasons for a visit, more than books (workshop, meeting point)

• expositions / readings / film showings

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5. Cutting edge

• experiment – pilot• don’t be afraid to fail

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Tinker Table

Little bits, Makey Makey, Arduino Raspberry Pi, Lego

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6. Trésor (Treasury)

• historic collection older than 1900books / journals / maps / atlasesphotographs / prints

• their age, rarity, value or vulnerability is what makes them special

• reading room in central place• exhibits

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7. Living room

• meeting point• lively• sustainable furniture• neutral area for faculties and

more diverse

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7. Living room

• relaxation time• good coffee or tea• Coffee Star• game of chess• lounge sofas• massage chairs

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Living campus

Our experience makes us an expert in creating comfortable and inspiring study and work spaces!

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Transforming spaces

• scientists – 4 personas• students – 4 personas• supporting staff – 4 personas

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References

CHAPTER IN BOOK (BIBLIOTHÈQUES D'AUJOURD'HUI ; À LA CONQUÊTE DE NOUVEAUX ESPACES / PAR MICHEL MELOT - SOUS LA DIRECTION DE MARIE-FRANÇOISE BISBROUCK, PARIS, ÉDITIONS DU CERCLE DE LA LIBRAIRIE, 2010, 394 P. ILL. + 1 DISQUE OPTIQUE NUMÉRIQUE (CD-ROM), 29,7 CM - ISBN 978-2-7654-0982-3)

LIVING CAMPUS MOVIE HTTP://YOUTU.BE/iY-37HztCU4

PERSONAS WERE CREATED WITH MUZUS (HTTP://WWW.MUZUS.NL/) AND WORK21

(HTTP://WWW.WORK21.NL/)

TU Delft Library

Visiting addressPrometheusplein 1(building 21)2628 ZC  Delft

P.O. box addressPostbus 982600 MG Delft

Customer servicesAsk Your LibraryT +31 (0)15 27 85678E library@tudelft.nl

Photo credits: Annemiek van der Kuil, Marcel Krijger, Jan van der Heul, David Borland and others

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