The renovation of the former Biomedical Library into Holman Biotech Commons transferred the space into a modern, technologically sophisticated, flexible-learning facility. The project upgraded the finishes, furniture, equipment, and building infrastructure to promote learning and discovery at the gateway between the academic and health sciences campuses.
Holman Biotech Commons
The renovation of the former Biomedical Library into Holman Biotech Commons transferred the space into a modern, technologically sophisticated, flexible-learning facility. The project upgraded the finishes, furniture, equipment, and building infrastructure to promote learning and discovery at the gateway between the academic and health sciences campuses.
Serving as a locus of innovation, and connecting people both within their communities and across the University and health system, it enables collaboration, interactive learning, and innovation. The renovation promotes serendipitous connections and community building by providing expanded 3D printing capabilities, supporting interdisciplinary events and student gatherings, accommodating student testing in collaboration with the Weingarten Learning Resources Center, and supporting research consultations with professional library staff. To increase visibility and community connection, the partial brick facade along Hamilton Walk was opened up with full-height glass. The project achieved LEED Silver Certification.
- The main entrance on Hamilton Walk is to the left of the Johnson Pavilion entrance. There are automatic doors operated by push pad level with the ground.
There is 1 elevator in the middle of the area that provides access to the lower levels of the biomedical library stacks and the Weingarten Testing Center.
An accessible multi-stall all gender restroom is on the main/ground floor (G135).
The Weingarten Center for Accommodated Testing on the lower level can be accessed via elevator. There is a ramp down from the library stacks area to the Center.