The Eberhard Zeidler Library is Canada's leading academic library for the study of contemporary architecture, landscape architecture, and urban design. With nearly one hundred thousand print and electronic resources combined, leading research expertise, and an exquisite space, we are an indispensable resource for students, faculty, and members of Toronto's design community. We aim to excel in maintaining a research level collection, offering a full range of research support services, and experimenting with modernized information delivery mechanisms. We are constantly adapting to ensure our resources and services empower the Daniels' community to solve complex problems and do great things.

Our Space

The Eberhard Zeidler Library includes dedicated space for collections, study spaces, a group study room, and a section for the faculty's Special Collection. 

The Zeidler Family Reading Room is a place of quiet reflection in counterpoint to the energy and pace of the Design Studios, the Fabrication Lab, and various teaching and presentation spaces within One Spadina.

A group study room can be booked for up to two hours per day by current John H. Daniels Faculty students, staff and faculty.

Our Collection

The University of Toronto Libraries catalogue is accessible at the following link: onesearch.library.utoronto.ca

Borrowing library materials is restricted to users with U of T library cards. The general public may consult material in library. More information on lending policies is available here.

Distinct and Special Collections

The Core Collection highlights essential materials in architecture, landscape, and design, including key works that reflect diverse voices and perspectives. It features many course readings and foundational texts selected to support learning and research. Most items in this collection are 7-day loans.

The Eberhard Zeidler Library Special Collections serves as a growing resource dedicated to preserving, documenting, and providing access to rare and significant materials related to architecture, landscape, and design.

Our Support Services

Research Help

Need assistance locating information or searching relevant databases? Research help is available in person or virtually Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m ET.

Book a Virtual Reference Appointment.

Instruction Support

To request a tailored instruction session or instructional material contact cathryn.copper@daniels.utoronto.ca.

Other Services

Photocopying and scanning is available for Daniels faculty and students with FOBs.