14 College Libraries So Stunning You'll Actually Want to Study
10. Fisher Fine Arts Library – University of Pennsylvania, USA
Designed by architect Frank Furness, this library is a wild, beautiful anomaly. Its red sandstone exterior is bold and unapologetic, while the inside bursts with unexpected color, sun-dappled alcoves, and layered arches. It’s a study space that feels more like a museum or an art installation, yet it functions beautifully for focused work. The library’s design breaks all the rules—and makes it work. With quiet study zones tucked into corners and vibrant sightlines everywhere, Fisher turns even the driest research into something magical. You don’t just study here. You explore.
