Ready to explore a hub of academic growth? This is the John and Maryanne Hennings Post Learning Commons. This is also the Plaza at Saint Joseph’s University. Here, indoor and outdoor spaces blend. This cultivates academic exploration. It supports collaboration and social interaction.
The John and Maryanne Hennings Post Learning Commons stands adjacent to Saint Joseph’s Drexel Library. It has floor-to-ceiling windows. These windows offer extensive campus views. The Learning Commons features varied study spaces and lounge areas. A first-floor café provides refreshments. High-tech electronic resources support learning.
Did you know the Learning Commons more than doubles the Drexel Library’s seating? It increases capacity from 450 to 1100. A towering three-story atrium connects the two buildings. This provides a bright and open space for study and collaboration.
Inside the John and Maryanne Hennings Post Learning Commons, you’ll find many amenities. There are 22 group study rooms for collaborative projects. A digital-media zone features audio and video editing rooms. A presentation practice room offers video capture and playback.
Outside the John and Maryanne Hennings Post Learning Commons, an outdoor plaza beckons. Concrete seating extends the collaborative atmosphere. This creates opportunities for interaction and study in the open air.
Our firm prepared landscape plans for the John and Maryanne Hennings Post Learning Commons. These plans offered design options. Each plan maximized the site’s potential. The university selected a design that showcases our team’s expertise. The chosen plan features a plaza. It is strategically located at a campus crossroad. It serves as a central gathering point.
A contemporary amphitheater enhances the John and Maryanne Hennings Post Learning Commons landscape design. This space encourages student gatherings and outdoor learning. The amphitheater’s modern forms create an inviting environment.
Adjacent to the amphitheater, a cascading garden serves as a focal point. This landscape element was built using on-site excavated materials. This showcases a commitment to sustainable design practices.
Native plantings create a vibrant outdoor environment for the John and Maryanne Hennings Post Learning Commons. Specimen evergreen trees provide year-round interest. Native shrubs and perennials offer a colorful experience. A rain garden helps manage stormwater runoff. Green walls were installed on two sides of the learning center.
The John and Maryanne Hennings Post Learning Commons embodies Saint Joseph’s commitment. It inspires learning and promotes sustainability. Innovative design solutions enhance the campus experience.
So, as you explore this space, consider the blend of technology and nature. Appreciate the opportunities for collaboration and growth. The John and Maryanne Hennings Post Learning Commons is more than just a building. It is a dynamic hub for the Saint Joseph’s University community.