Originally constructed in 1924 as one of the first buildings on the Texas Christian University campus, the Mary Couts Burnett Library underwent expansions in 1954 and 1982. In 2009, a master plan was commissioned to address the growing needs of the library, focusing on expanding technology spaces and doubling seating capacity to accommodate 25% of the academic community. The additions include an information commons with over 200 computers and 80 laptops, a two-story reading room enhancing the building's presence on University Drive, and dedicated space for graduate and faculty research. This collaborative project with CannonDesign also accommodates academic programs such as the Center for Teaching Excellence, Writing Center, and Ideas Bistro. This project was done in association with CannonDesign.