University of Tennessee, Natalie L. Haslam Music Center

Knoxville, Tennessee

Firm

Barber McMurry Architects; Blankenship & Partners, Inc.

Client

University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Area

2,428 sq.ft.

Total Cost

$718,688

Completion Date

07/2013

George F. DeVine Music Library is located on the ground floor of the Natalie L. Haslam Music Building.

The goal for the design of the entire music center was to maximize space usability for music teaching, practice, rehearsal and presentation. The George F. DeVine Music Library is in tune with the mission of the facility.

The library incorporates mobile student desks on casters for one-on-one tutoring or breaking into small study or work groups. It also has electronic bookcases to enhance the accessibility of documents and materials needed, while taking up minimal space.

The building, including the library, is accessible by people with disabilities. This is possible through lower transaction counters at the library circulation desk and receptions areas, and accessible seating in the lounging areas.

To enhance new user wayfinding, the central atrium and monumental stair provide the campus community with easy access from the library to other avenues within the building.

Overall, the library is equipped and designed to foster student learning and creativity.

Additional Information

Cost per Sq Ft

$296.00

Featured in

2014 Educational Interiors

Interior category

Libraries/Media Centers

Product suppliers specified

Library/Media Center Furniture by Knoll
Library/Media Center Furniture by Haworth
Library/Media Center Furniture by Gage Corp.
Lounge Furniture by Knoll
Carpet by Tandus
Carpet by Atlas Carpet Mills
Ceilings by Armstrong World Industries
Door Hardware by Hager
Elevators by Gage Corp.
Elevators by Florida Tile
Paint/Wallcoverings by Sherwin-Williams
Lighting & Accessories by Armstrong World Industries
Security Systems by Best Access Systems
Locks by Best Access Systems
Card Systems by CBORD
Computers by Dell
Lounge Furniture by Haworth
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