This design centers on the tension between compression and expansion, utilizing a dark, gridded ceiling to lower the visual datum and foster a sense of academic intimacy. The spatial logic is driven by a central corridor of oversized white workstations, which provide a neutral, reflective surface to bounce light from the suspended linear pendants. We moved away from the traditional, heavy library aesthetic by introducing a vibrant green and white vertical-slat wall treatment that elongates the room’s height while providing a rhythmic backdrop to the individual study niches. The atmosphere is intentionally dualistic: the perimeter shelving is dense and encyclopedic, while the floor-to-ceiling tree graphic and speckled green terrazzo-style flooring introduce an organic, playful subtext for a school environment. This project is distinct for its use of bold color blocking—specifically the deep teal accent portals—to frame specific zones of inquiry.