DU Anderson Academic Commons
A next-generation library for modern learning
Redefining the library as a hub for connection and discovery.
WR partnered with the University of Denver, alongside Herman Miller and Gallun Snow, to help bring the Anderson Academic Commons to life, a 150,000-square-foot, three-story facility shaped by over a decade of planning and community input. The project reflects a shift in how libraries serve students and faculty, bringing together academic resources, technology, and collaborative environments into a single, integrated destination.
Aligned with Herman Miller’s research on the future of libraries, the design supports a wide range of learning styles and services, from individual study to group collaboration and technology-driven work. WR contributed to furniture planning and selection across classrooms, offices, and research areas, incorporating both new and existing elements to create a cohesive environment. The result is a dynamic, future-ready academic space that redefines what a library can be, blending tradition with innovation to support 21st-century learning.
A+D Firm: Gallun Snow + Herman Miller
Timeline: Multi-year planning (over 10 years), completed 2010
Location: Denver, CO
Project Size: 150,000 sq ft
