LIBER LAG 2026: Re-imagining Giles Gilbert Scott's iconic University Library for Cambridge

Key Points

• The aim is to explore innovative redesign strategies for Giles Gilbert Scott's iconic library to better serve contemporary academic needs.
• Session presentation by Jessica Gardner and Ascan Mergenthaler at LIBER LAG 2026.
• Discussion on architectural design and heritage preservation in library settings.
• Exploration of cultural impact and future library services.
• Proposals for modernizing library services while respecting historical significance.
• Insights into user engagement and community involvement in the redesign process.