Building Exterior
(Kearsley Street view)

• new terrace for patrons/event attendees
• sloped sidewalk with barrier-free access to terrace and front door
• accent lighting along walls
• casual outdoor gathering spaces for story time and other activities

Building Exterior
(Back)

• repaved parking lot with angled parking
• drive-up book drop
• canopy over entrance

Lobby

• lower stacks to provide clear sight lines
• staffed desks for checkout and assistance
• self check-out kiosks
• open center atrium to second floor

Children’s Learning Place

• twice as much space as is currently offered
• a classroom for story times and programs
• places for early literacy creative play
• comfortable seating for parents as well as kids
• snack area

Community Room

• can be configured to seat up to 250 people
• sliding glass doors to provide acoustic privacy
• automated window shades for room darkening as needed
• a small catering kitchen
• direct access to the terrace

Learning Stair

• designed for small presentations and seating
• topped with a glass-enclosed casual meeting room (the “unconference” room)

Digital Learning Hub

• shared tables for personal computer and technology use
• small tables with presentation screens for group work
• desktop computers
• printing center
• laptop checkout
• three tech-rich classrooms

Internet Café

• vended coffee and snacks
• a place to eat and relax or work

Conference Center

• open, pre-function space with lounge seating
• large conference room that seats 75
• three breakout rooms