WORK EXPERTISE ABOUT CAREERS SERVICES CONTACT LIBRARIES Celebrating this Crucial Community Resource DesignGroup has been a leading voice in library innovation for more than 30 years. Libraries serve as vital centers of learning, sharing, workforce development, and much more. We’ll help you create a space that’s irresistible to patrons of all ages, now and for decades to come. Passionate About Library Patrons 100+ libraries planned and designed 2019 Bronze Award // Building Design + Construction Reconstruction Awards 2018 AIA Columbus Merit Award 30+ year relationship with multiple library systems Libraries today are high-energy places where guests of all types gather to learn, socialize, and connect. We’ve designed more than 100 libraries around the country, delivering dynamic, flexible spaces that give librarians a blank canvas for their programmatic creativity. LET’S HAVE A CONVERSATION FEATURED PROJECTS Hilliard Branch VIEW PROJECT SQ FT: 60,000 VISION: Transformed a former senior living facility into a dynamic center of community and learning Langsam Library Renovation Northern Lights Expansion and Renovation VIEW ALL PROJECTS From Master Planning to Occupancy We draw on our decades of experience to bring your vision to life. And at any scale, from a modest addition to a destination new build. Your new library will provide decades of possibilities. Public Institutions Academic Libraries Children, Teen, and Adult Areas Community Event Space Multi-purpose Space Café Library Renovations Makerspace Technology Hubs WHY CHOOSE DESIGNGROUP New or expanded library projects are a very rare opportunity to inspire patrons and strengthen your role in the community. DesignGroup is uniquely qualified to bring your vision to life. Respected nationally as a leader in library vision and execution. Creative in conceptualization and final design. Inclusive of all community input and points of view. Responsible in our adherence to budgets. Meet the DesignGroup Libraries Team Whether we’re designing a library for a small local system or a major university, our team brings decades of experience to every project. We are innovators in library master planning and architecture. LORNE EISEN RA, LEED AP BD+C Principal, Project Manager Featured Project: Hilliard Branch JOHN RYAN AIA, LEED AP Associate Principal, Project Manager, Project Architect Featured Project: Clark Family Library ALANA HASLOW LEED AP ID+C Principal, Senior Interior Designer Featured Project: Walbridge Branch Addition and Renovation CHECK OUT OUR THOUGHT LEADERSHIP ON: Ingenuity at a Time of Need: Library Trends to Watch in 2021 DesignGroup Associate Principal, Nikki Wildman, took a closer look at three library trends to watch in 2021, based on the innovative ways libraries continued to serve patrons during the last eventful year. From virtual programming to new uses for old spaces, their ingenuity inspired us. LEARN MORE Let’s Discuss Your Needs It’s important to work with a partner that knows your field inside and out. DesignGroup has a special passion for libraries and all they do for their communities. When you’re ready to explore additions, renovations, or a new build, we are ready to create something your patrons and staff will love. NAME: EMAIL: COMPANY: NEED: 515 East Main Street Columbus, OH 43215 Phone 614-255-0515 Email mail@designgroup.us.com One Allegheny Square Nova Tower One, Suite 102 Pittsburgh, PA 15212 Phone 412-235-1290 Email mail@designgroup.us.com © 2021 DesignGroup