The Library is at the heart of the Swiss Cottage site’s long term redevelopment, a major project which embraces new residential, leisure and cultural facilities. The practice’s approach has been to expand the Library’s key community assets and creative possibilities while protecting the building’s landmark status.

The project won acclaim from English Heritage, with Philip Davies, the London Region Director commenting: “It is clear that the project is a success in architectural and heritage terms, and provides Camden with an excellent 21st century library facility. It demonstrates how change can be successfully achieved in listed buildings.  Through careful analysis and a sensitive design approach, the Council’s needs have been accommodated by means of a scheme that has also consolidated and clarified the building’s essential qualities. John McAslan + Partners has been exemplary in its approach to the project, and much credit for the success of the scheme is due to their involvement.”