Working within the existing building was particularly challenging due to its circular shape and fixed core. Prior to renovation, the building housed primarily perimeter offices alongside open lab spaces. We re-appropriated the labs as major collaboration and break out areas, and celebrated existing building elements—such as the circular Unistrut armature and a neglected connecting stair—as well as incorporated new ones, including a skylight on the 3rd floor. Glass-fronted perimeter offices on the 3rd floor allow for views and daylight into the central library/study space.