From cinema to knowledge hubVinkler, Jonatan (Avtor) Hojnik, Jana (Avtor) circular economysocial innovationUniversity of PrimorskaUniversity LibraryThis paper presents a transformative initiative undertaken by the University of Primorska to centralise and modernise its library services. Through the implementation of a user-centric approach, the initiative reimagines the library as an inclusive, 24/7 accessible space that meets legal, operational, and social innovation standards. The revitalisation of a historic cinema complex into a dynamic library hub exemplifies circular economy principles (reusing and repurposing instead of building something new), while the initiative’s transdisciplinary methodology ensures scalability and replicability. A detailed SWOT analysis and impact analysis highlight the strengths, challenges, impact and long-term vision of the initiative, positioning it as a model for inclusive academic infrastructure.20252026-03-11 10:39:29Neznano22772UDK: 339.138ISSN pri članku: 1854-4231DOI: 10.26493/1854-4231.20.59-65COBISS.SI-ID: 270869507sl