Interpret emerging trends in library design and library interiors.
Recognize the impact of new developments in information technology and equipment.
Understanding of the process of working with library consultants, architects, and contractors.
Awareness of library programming and planning considerations; space planning standards; program functional adjacencies, synergies, and library zoning.
Apply sustainable design/LEED strategies for libraries.
Explore emerging models and evolving changes in library environments, and how changes in service and information technology influence library facility design. Intended for architects and librarians, library staff, and trustees, this program examines the evolving role of the physical library in the changing digital information landscape.
While recognizing that the current pandemic has made permanent changings in design thinking for libraries, these sessions will transcend the current “problem‐solving” moment in library design. The course will be a broad platform for addressing libraries as
• an essential element of civic infrastructure,
• vehicles for access to and dissemination of meaningful dialog,
• productive “think space” & “do space,” and
• the definitive resource for reliable information.
