The state-of-the-art building, which was directed by the Practice’s Regional Director, Clare Ailward, is the result of a design competition to respect and protect the heritage of the prestigious Grade II Listed College whilst also providing a flexible, adaptable and technology-rich learning environment. The £3m development incorporates 1,500m² of open plan learning, a café and multi-function hall within the much loved ‘Old Gymnasium’, small group/ meeting rooms, conference room, IT suites, and offices.

The SLA Judges said – "Hymers College have taken Hull’s City of Culture vision and designed a beautiful building to welcome their wider community into a multi-use hub offering 21st century library facilities in an inspiring design putting the role of the Library and Librarian at the heart of teaching and learning"

The LRC is a joint winner of the prize, alongside American School of Madrid and Headington School, Oxon.

The award-winning LRC is a recent addition to Jefferson Sheard’s expansive Education portfolio and one of a number of schemes delivered in the region. The Practice recently completed the community-focussed operational fire stations at Brough and Hull Central, and, the Hymers College Music Building, which was completed in 2014.