Sir Louis Matheson Library

Designed by COX, the major redevelopment of the Sir Louis Matheson Library in 2017 transformed an essential, but tired, facility into a vibrant and engaging learning-research environment for students and academics, and an enhanced and more efficient workplace for staff.

With an increased student capacity and a rich array of formal and informal learning settings, the Library invites visitors on a journey of discovery and delight within an environment showcasing unique historic items and fine art pieces.

Functionally, the redevelopment broadens the Library’s appeal for students, researchers and external guests, providing improved services, user comfort, and wayfinding.

The needs of contemporary students are met through a suite of settings catering for individual, quiet study as well as group-based, active learning complemented by the seamless, subtle integration of modern technologies.

With an enhanced entrance, complemented by a new café, the Library is now the reinvigorated academic and emotional heart of the Monash University Clayton campus.

Project Details

Project size – 12,000 m2
Completion date – 2017
Building levels – 3

Project Team

Architecture

COX

COX is a design-focused contemporary architectural practice with studios located in every major Australian city and a history spanning 60 years.

Key to their ethos is supporting the public life of our cities. Cox does this by ensuring each project makes positive contributions to its public realm – giving more than it takes.

www.coxarchitecture.com.au

Photography

Dianna Snape

Dianna Snape is a well-established and respected photographer based in Melbourne, Australia. She specialises in interiors, landscape, and architectural photography.

www.diannasnape.com