York St John University, Library and Information Communication and Technology Services, Fountains Learning Centre
| Contact Details: | Colin Parkin, Facilities Director - c.parkin@yorksj.ac.uk; Helen Westmancoat, Acting University Librarian - h.westmancoat@yorksj.ac.uk |
| Type of Project: | Refurbishment of 5000m2 three storey building first opened in 2003 as a library and IT service with both services operating largely separately from the building. From its opening it became apparent that the upper floors were being used to their full potential but the ground floor had potential for further development. The institution wanted to maximise the use and impact of the whole building providing more IT and learning facilities as well as bringing together the Library and IT staff in a converged service. |
| Start/End Date: | First meeting to discuss the project took place on 1st April 2011 and while some minor works and equipment installation were still ongoing all works to fabric and infrastructure of the building were completed at JISC infoNet's time of visiting, 27th September 2011. |
Finance
Funding Sources
The Senior Management Team made the decision not to undertake any summer work (office moves etc) at the University, and instead spend the money that would have covered these costs on transforming the Fountains Learning Centre.
Cost of project
The total project cost was £1.1 million including building works, furniture and fittings, improved IT facilities, graphics and decoration. £50,000 was spent on new bookstock in addition to annual spend of £180,000.
