Group 1 : Outreaching to the community CHAN Yong Yee Sunway College CHEN Fang-chi Tamkong University CHEONG Pooi Wah Monash University Malaysia DU Pingping China University of Mining and Technology LAM L.W. Carol The University of Hong Kong LOO Lay Yen National University of Singapore XU Hong (Helen) Duke Kunshan University YIK Wen Ernest The Chinese University of Hong Kong

Purpose Statement Restore and repurpose the old library and promote the sustainable use of the historical building H U B

Goals Preserve the historical values Engage the community to appreciate the beauty of the heritage Become the cultural and educational HUB of the community

Floor layout Rare book collection Study carrels Educational research First level Rare book collection Study carrels Educational research Ground level Museum exhibition Gallery / Art exhibition by Faculty Gift shop / Café Basement Workshop / Classroom Interactive corner Virtual / Play

Resources - Funding Support from the alumni Fee-based workshops Donations Commercial partners Rental income – gift shops, café Local / international funding sources e.g. UNESCO

Community Engagement 1 Friends of GU Library Internal / external volunteers Architecture faculty / students Collaborate in design Competition Conduct related workshops

Community Engagement 2 Collaboration with the local museums, art galleries Engagement with local tourism board Online – interactive website, social media Mobile apps – indoor navigation of building / collection

Resources – Staffing and facilities Review current staff situation, restructuring as needed Relocate special collections staff Staff training – collaborate with museum curators IT infrastructure

Heritage Preservation Activities Workshops / demonstrations Restoration of furniture Exhibitions / gallery Tours – guided and virtual tours Relocation and digitization of special collections Heritage / cultural carnivals

Evaluation Visitors count Feedback Suggestion box Periodical survey Profitability / income statement

History Unites & Builds Thank you! H. U. B. History Unites & Builds