[aisle] Library updates and remodel
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Thu Sep 19 15:28:50 CDT 2019
Going with school colors helps you avoid trends.
Comfortable seating options are a plus.
Rectangular tables have less wasted space and are easy to put together for
larger groups.
On Thu, Sep 19, 2019 at 1:18 PM Denise Reeder via AISLE <
aisle at list.railslibraries.info> wrote:
> Many "current" redesigns have your books lining the outer wall to provide
> for flexible seating in the center. Things to keep in mind (especially if
> aesthetics are the priority):
> 1. Depending on your library, you may need to weed A LOT to accomplish
> this.
> 2. The architect's layout will have you use the bottom shelves, so be sure
> to *demand* (and I do mean demand) bottom shelves with a 35 degree angle,
> otherwise, it will be difficult for you and your students to see the call
> numbers.
> 3. Make sure the architect's plan calls for shelves that are at least
> 13-14" apart. (Our library was also based on aesthetics, and the shelves
> are too close together; any higher and they would have been visible through
> the windows, so lots of books are laying on their sides).
> 4. Make sure you make it clear that best practice is for shelves to be at
> least 25% empty, so that there is room for future purchases.
> 5. Make sure you discuss your workspace, storage, and electrical needs.
> (I lost 95% of my work space, have nowhere to store book carts and media
> carts, and didn't have adequate electrical- even where they planned to
> house a ChromeBook station!).
>
> [image: image.png]
> Good Luck!!!
>
>
> On Thu, Sep 19, 2019 at 11:37 AM Christine Wilson via AISLE <
> aisle at list.railslibraries.info> wrote:
>
>> Make sure that the fixtures you choose are flexible and can be
>> reconfigured for uses down the road we can't even think of yet!
>>
>> In terms of the decor, look into some of the brain studies on color and
>> environment. Decide how you want the various spaces in your library to
>> function (quiet study, active maker space, calm cool down, engaging story
>> time, etc.) and design accordingly. If you have the research to back it up,
>> you should have more leverage with your admin. This also extends to
>> artwork, display space, etc.
>>
>> Vendors can be helpful with design, but if you then feel you have to buy
>> their products, get help elsewhere. Maybe you have students with parents
>> who are librarians, architects, designers, etc. Or staff have siblings and
>> spouses with those skills. Anyway, these can also be sources of free
>> assistance with your plan.
>>
>> Good luck - sounds like fun!
>>
>> On Thu, Sep 19, 2019 at 9:18 AM Peterson, Sharon I. (OV) via AISLE <
>> aisle at list.railslibraries.info> wrote:
>>
>>> Demco has library furniture and a design team that would help you.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> When I redesigned my library (I didn’t get everything I wished for) My
>>> first priority was my needs. Book cases, height being a consideration for
>>> the different ages of students, seating, STEAM area and furniture for it,
>>> etc. One thing I added was a Lego wall for my younger kids in my STEAM
>>> station area. I also had some seating custom made to hold baskets, 3 on
>>> each shelf, for my paperback picture books for my younger kids.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> You’re so lucky to have this opportunity! Best wishes!
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Sharon Peterson,
>>>
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>>> My superintendent has charged me with the task of redesigning and
>>> reconfiguring what our district's libraries need to look like and contain
>>> in order to make our facilities "21st century". He really didn't give me
>>> any boundaries (which makes me feel more overwhelmed than liberated), so I
>>> thought I would ask all of you what tangible things (furniture, displays,
>>> shelving, technology, etc.) and intangible (online resources and the like)
>>> are "must haves".
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> I serve two libraries (preK-6 and 7-12) with a population of nearly 900
>>> students district wide. Both libraries have a bank of computers for
>>> student use and recently added SMART panels for instructional purposes.
>>> The district library budget is roughly $20,000, but some of that is always
>>> earmarked for things that I don't necessarily feel are library related but
>>> admin takes them out of the budget anyway.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> I guess what I am asking is a blend of practical recommendations and
>>> wish list items. Our admin team is fairly focused on aesthetics right now,
>>> so I'm sure furniture will be on the must purchase list from their
>>> perspective.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Any guidance you can provide would be greatly appreciated.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Michelle Shippy
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