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There is now a CONTENT FREEZE for Mercury while we switch to a new platform. It began on Friday, March 10 at 6pm and will end on Wednesday, March 15 at noon. No new content can be created during this time, but all material in the system as of the beginning of the freeze will be migrated to the new platform, including users and groups. Functionally the new site is identical to the old one. webteam@gatech.edu
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Atlanta, GA | Posted: July 24, 2017
Jason Wright
Communications Manager
Georgia Institute of Technology Library
Summary Sentence:
The Price Gilbert Library renewal project, known on campus as Library Next, will begin its first major phase of construction in late July.
Full Summary:
The Price Gilbert Library renewal project, known on campus as Library Next, will begin its first major phase of construction in late July.
Proposed rendering of the Price Gilbert Library
Library Rendering: Price Gilbert Reading Room
Library Rendering: Reading Room
Library Rendering: Atrium
Library Rendering: Updated EntryThe Price Gilbert Library renewal project, known on campus as Library Next, will begin its first major phase of construction in late July. This phase will focus on the renovation of the tower and includes the removal of the connecting bridge, stairs, and walkways between the two library buildings.
Construction is expected to finish in fall 2018, at which time the tower portion of the project will reopen and function as the main library while Price Gilbert undergoes its renovation. The entire Library renewal project is scheduled to be completed and fully open in early 2020.
This month, construction fencing will be in place for the safety of the Georgia Tech community, and wayfinding signage will be installed at appropriate locations around the construction site.
Major impacts will include the elimination of the pedestrian route between Bobby Dodd Way/Cherry Street and Fourth Street that passes between the library buildings. In addition, the alleyway between Hinman Courtyard and Bobby Dodd Way that passes between the library and the Old Civil Engineering Building will be blocked off.
The Library Next renewal project embraces a user-centric approach with the goal of delivering state-of-the-art physical and digital spaces for students, faculty, and staff.
Once complete, the Georgia Tech community will enjoy more collaborative spaces and enhanced digital experiences, with tools enabling the revolutionary scholarship of tomorrow.
Learn more about the full scope of the project and what to expect at librarynext.gatech.edu.
