University of Manitoba Albert D. Cohen Management Library Reno

Client: University of Manitoba
Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba
Size: 6,674sf
Stage: Construction Complete 2017

About
The renovation of the University of Manitoba’s Albert D. Cohen Management Library, located within the Drake Centre of the Asper School of Business, was completed by MMP Architects in the Spring of 2017. As Prime Consultant, MMP worked closely with the University of Manitoba Libraries, the Asper School of Business, and the University of Manitoba Physical Plant to transform the existing library into a welcoming learning commons for students, staff, and faculty.

As part of the transformation, the University removed most of its physical collection, choosing instead to digitize the content. The space savings from removing the physical archives allowed our team to create a collaborative environment that encourages participatory learning and understanding from various sources. Many learning and teaching spaces are now housed within the library, including private powered study pods, bookable group study rooms with integrated technologies, seating options, open desk spaces, and a public teaching space where the U of M can teach the Asper school of business classes.

Working within the constraints of a tight budget and with multiple stakeholders, MMP and our team of consultants provided our clients with a bright and welcoming learning space for all.