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Peek inside 15 of the world’s most beautiful libraries

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The British Library in London, England Photography: The British Library Board Few buildings have caused such a stir as London’s British Library by architects Sir Colin St John Wilson and MJ Long. Some say the library’s ship-like silhouette is also, perhaps, inspired by Wilson’s time as a naval lieutenant.

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Rafael Vinoly Architects, New York Office

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The new building will both consolidate a department that was previously spread across multiple locations and foster an environment that balances academics’ need for privacy with the increasing importance of interdisciplinary collaboration.

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25 Most Beautiful Libraries in the World You Must See

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Library Name Location Architectural Style Year Established Number of Books Trinity College Library Dublin, Ireland Baroque 1592 +7 million Library of Congress Washington D.C., The highlight of the library is the Theological Hall, with its stunning ceiling frescoes depicting scenes from the life of St. National Library of St.

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Grade II-listed Oxford college library updated with oak-lined interiors

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British architecture studios Nex and Donald Insall Associates have renovated the neo-gothic Exeter College Library at the University of Oxford , originally constructed by George Gilbert Scott in 1857. The second key thing was to improve accessibility, user comfort and experience."

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Dezeen Awards 2023 architecture longlist revealed

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24 Public dwellings in Platja d'en Bossa by 08014 Arquitectura. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church and National Shrine by Santiago Calatrava. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church and National Shrine , New York, USA, by Santiago Calatrava › Lea Bridge Library extension , London, UK, by Studio Weave Browse all projects on the civic project longlist page.

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Wright and Wright completes decade-long redevelopment of University of Oxford college

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London studio Wright and Wright has completed the final phase of its redevelopment of St John's College at the University of Oxford , restoring two libraries and a 17th-century courtyard. Renovating the college's two existing libraries, both of which overlook the Canterbury Quadrangle, formed the rest of phase three.

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Oxford Station Design Competition Winners

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Oxford Station Design Ideas Competition, Architecture Contest, Winning Building Images, Architect. Oxford Station Design Competition Winners News. IDOM’s proposal for Oxford Train Station’s new Western entrance received Prior Approval from Oxford City Council Planning. Oxford Train Station New Western Entrance.