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Higher Learning

John M. Olin Library, Washington University, St. Louis

The Newman Tower of Collections and Exploration, which rises from an atrium, is the centerpiece of Washington University’s renovated John M. Olin Library. The glass tower features four levels of space for study and instruction, as well as display areas for rare materials and collections.

Project: Renovation and expansion
Architect: Ann Beha Architects
Size: 205,000 square feet
Cost: $18 million
Photo: Alise O’Brien Photography