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Facilities Design Plan. ISTC 601.101 Towson University, Spring 2010 Sarah Scholl Argie o’Shea Holly Ritzel. Image source: http://usablelibrary.org/. Sample Library Media Programs: Common Design Themes. Multiple areas with simultaneous usability & functionality - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

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Facilities Design Plan

ISTC 601.101Towson University, Spring 2010

Sarah SchollArgie oSheaHolly RitzelFacilities Design Plan

Old/ Broken Furniture

BackSample Library Media Programs: Common Design ThemesMultiple areas with simultaneous usability & functionalityFlexible instructional areas for various-sized student groupsFlexible scheduling and remote online access 24/7 Work areas promote collaboration & provide technology to achieve it

Additional common design themesAdjacent computer lab; computer workstations throughout facilityFocus on design and resource quality, not sizeInviting, welcoming spaces influenced by UD/UDLProfessional staffing is crucial

4If I find any useful images, theyd go after this slide.Selected Samples and SourcesKentucky: 7 essential elements tie the library to student achievement beyond proficiency with staff, resources, technology, and flexible scheduling (2001)Minnesota: a 26-question design and evaluation tool (2001)AAFs Great Schools by Design and DesignShare: guides architects, engineers, and designers who work with educators

Role of the Librarian in Facility DesignIdeally, the channel between all of the otherstherefore the most crucial person in the project. (Rohlf, 1990)accountable for creating a learning environment and learning experiences (Zmuda & Harada, 2008) Leader, an emerging essential role of school librarians (AASL, 2009)

6Rohlf 1990 source is School Library Journal 36(2). Zmuda & Harada 2008 is from Teacher Librarian 36(1); AASL is from Empowering Learners, p. 16.

Outcomes & ResponsibilitiesLeadership opportunities abound: Envisions library as heart of schoolBest knows users needs and interestsCreates realistic, justified budgetsImage-maker & public face of the school libraryContinually learns about library trends, issues, and researchFundraiserManages and solves problems

Wouldnt you love to work with him? This is more of a hope than a prediction[that] architects and school facility planners will recognize that their end product will benefit from working with experienced school librarians who have expertise in school library facility design, and they will bring someone with that unique expertise and perspective to the design process

Rolf Erikson, school library facility consultant (n.d.) Source: http://www.designshare.com School Profile Havre de Grace Middle SchoolAT A GLANCEFACILITY OPENED - 1967ADDITIONS/RENOVATIONS - NoneSCHOOL CAPACITY - 775TOTAL ENROLLMENT - 584CLASSROOM TEACHERS - 52http://www.hcps.org/schools/SchoolProfile.aspx?schoolID=79

School Profile

Floor Plan Original Design

Old shelvingMold BrokenComputer LabOpen SpaceInformal Reading AreasCarpet*Map not drawn to scaleFloor Plan - Revision

*Map not drawn to scaleFloor Plan - Zones

InstructionalAreaInstructionalAreaGroup Project Area/StudyResearch AreaGroup Project AreaInformal Reading AreaInformal Reading AreaAdministrative AreaInformal Reading AreaInformal Reading AreaResearch AreaProduction Area*Map not drawn to scaleFurnitureCustom vs. CatalogueRefurbishing and reusingCirculation desk Non compliant with ADACarpeting SquaresLounge Chairs Librarian Recommended

Image Source: www.Chairs1000.comFurnishingsCarpeting Fall TimeNew Circulation Desk Calista

Image Source: http://www.brodartfurniture.com/products/Technical%20Furniture/pdfs/calista-brochure.pdfImage Source: Focus Floorings and Coverings, 2008Educational SpecificationsOur library will feature six main areasClassroom areasSmall-group areasIndividual work spacesComputer labsLounge areasAdministrative area

Environmental Design ElementsToday we see the evolving trend for our libraries to be not only warm and hospitable, but also environmentally responsible. ~(Stoss, 2010)

Environmental Design ElementsLibraries have been leading the way in going green at schoolsThe U.S. Green Building Council established a certification program called LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)To become LEED certified, we will seek to:- Control our water and energy use- Use environmentally preferred materials, finishes, and furnishings

Environmental Design ElementsReading is the most important task in libraries. Proper lighting is crucial to the overall success of a library.

~ (David Malman, the Libris Design Project , 2005)

Accommodations for Special LearnersADA: Has impact beyond disabilities; compliance benefits entire communities

UD/UDL: Accessibility of facility and resources via design, formats, and assistive technology (high-, low-, no-tech)

Effects: Promotes equitable access, independence in a barrier-free environment, and benefits all library users

Online Accessibility: Selected SuggestionsNavigation choices (mouse, touch, tab)Consistent layout & wordingUncluttered appearanceHeaders & relative font sizesScreen readers & voice to textNarrow margins = less horizontal scrollingUse contrasting colors (except red/green)

21Do you think I need to have a slide for facility accessibility too?Moving PlansPLAN, PLAN, PLAN!Know what youre responsible forWeed the collection

Moving Plans (continued)Inventory the collectionSeek out volunteersBe creative

Because the very idea of moving an entire collection is often overwhelming, the librarian will feel less stressed if there is ample time to get things done. ~Minter, 2007

Signage

(A. Beneicke, J. Biesek, and K. Brandon, 2003)SignageToo Much vs. Not EnoughDigital Signage Not Just In the FutureADA Compliance

SignageAppeals to Young Adults

Promotes Reading

Image Source: Demco, http://www.demco.com/goto?PNHA19&LPCA19)Image Source: Bodart, http://www.shopbrodart.com/)Any Questions?