Reg.Nr. 2000/UK/04

The Bodleian Old Library Development (B.O.L.D.) Project, Oxford

The Bodleian Old Library Development (BOLD) Project has laid the foundations for the continued use of the Library, in operation since 1548, in the 21st Century. Through a scheme of repair, refurbishment and conservation, within an appropriate conservation philosophy adopted for ...
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Project details

Title:The Bodleian Old Library Development (B.O.L.D.) Project, Oxford
Entr. year: 2000
Result:Diploma
Country: United Kingdom
Town: Oxford
Category type: architectural heritage
Building type/ Project type: education/research building
Former use:Library
Actual use:University library
Built: 16th century
Architect / Proj.leader: Tuffin Ferraby and Taylors, Chartered Building Surveyors (Bristol - GB)
The Jury's citation: "For the meticulous conservation of the fabric of a library of European importance, fitting it both for the preservation of rare and delicate books but also for dai!y use incorporating modern facilities and techniques"
GPS:51°45'17.7"N; 1°15'15.7"W
Web, Links:

www.bodleian.ox.ac.uk/bodley/find-us/old_library

Description:
The Bodleian Old Library Development (BOLD) Project has laid the foundations for the continued use of the Library, in operation since 1548, in the 21st Century. Through a scheme of repair, refurbishment and conservation, within an appropriate conservation philosophy adopted for this Grade I Listed Building, the fabric of the building has been maintained to the highest standard. The facilities available to the readers have been modernised. lmproved internal environmental conditions have benefited the users and will help to conserve the extensive collection of rare books and manuscripts, some dating back to the 15th Century.