Antinozzi Associates
Bridgeport, CT 06604
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University of Bridgeport Magnus Walstrom Library
Project Information
- Project Location:
- Bridgeport, CT
- Status:
- Completed - Jan 2008
- Structure Type:
- School / College / University
References
- Owner:
- University of Bridgeport
Scope Of Work
The Magnus Wahlstrom Library is referred to as the “academic and physical heart of the campus”. In 2007, Antinozzi Associates was requested to design the renovations to the library in response to the University’s need to create an Information Commons for the campus. The library remained on the first floor within the existing structure.
The goal and objective of the design was to introduce more desktop computers, create team meeting areas (including Smartboard technology), assign designated areas for laptop use, have self check-out stations for library materials, and walk up email and internet access stations. A circular Research Theatre is included as well.
A café, including lounge areas for relaxing and studying, was designed with acoustical isolation in mind, even though it was located within an open environment. A small art gallery was also incorporated to enhance campus life for the students. Study rooms on the 2nd and 4th floors were also created to compose an all-inclusive learning environment.
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