Among LIBER’s Working Groups is the LIBER Architecture Group (LAG), which brings together librarians involved in building projects. focusing on concepts and planning processes. Every two years, LAG organises a conference to exchange knowledge and experience between librarians and architects across Europe, aiming to raise awareness of emerging projects and trends. Each year, the seminar attracts more than 150 participants from all over Europe.
LAG 2026 Official Seminar Website
The 22nd LIBER Architecture Group Seminar will take place at the Technological University Dublin from May 6 to 8, 2026.
This year, the seminar will follow the theme: “Invest – Involve – Inspire: Shaping the next generation of Library Buildings,” bringing together library professionals, architects, designers, and other key stakeholders in the field of library architecture and design to share knowledge and explore both the challenges and opportunities involved in shaping the future of libraries.
At a time of profound transformation in academic libraries, the conference will serve as a platform to discuss the human and financial investment required, as well as the essential involvement of library staff, users, architects, designers, and funders. Whether creating new buildings or renovating existing ones, our goal is to ensure these spaces are truly innovative and inspiring.
Over the course of the event, more than 20 pioneering projects from across Europe will be presented and explored through keynote speeches, workshops, and panel discussions. The program will also include guided library visits. With a focus on emerging trends in architecture and design, key themes such as inclusivity, community engagement, and sustainability will be at the heart of the seminar.
We look forward to your participation and the exchange of innovative ideas that will shape the future of library architecture in Europe.
We are delighted to invite you to submit your papers for the LIBER Architecture Group Seminar 2026, themed “Invest – Involve – Inspire: Shaping the next generation of Library Buildings”
This seminar will bring together library professionals, architects, designers, and other stakeholders in the library architecture and design field to share insights and explore the challenges and opportunities in shaping the future of libraries.
We are looking for new library projects in Europe, but topics of interest may include, but are not limited to:
The Call for Proposals is closed. Thank you for your interest.
Authors whose proposals are accepted will be notified by 15 December 2025 and will be asked to submit their full presentations by 15 April 2026.
For all essential information, please visit the official LAG 2026 seminar website.
For inquiries and further information, please contact the LAG Working Group.