The state-of-the-art monastic library sits in a prominent location on the cloister of the monastery, forming a link to the Luce Gardens to the west, a separation of pathways between the monks and visitors, and a dramatic bridge-like appearance the reinforces the northwest edges of the cloister. 

The library features a significant collection of print and non-print media in both open and compact shelving areas.  Specially designed rooms are set aside for rare books and archival collections.

While following tenets of monastic building design, including clarity of structure and austerity of design, the library is modern in both its building technology and its electronic information infrastructure.

South elevation, viewed from the abbey church.