istc 601.101 towson university, spring 2010 sarah scholl argie o’shea holly ritzel facilities...
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ISTC 601 .101TOWSON UNIVERSITY, SPRING 2010
SARAH SCHOLLARGIE O’SHEAHOLLY RITZEL
Facilities Design Plan
Sample Library Media Programs: Common Design Themes
Multiple areas with simultaneous usability & functionality
Flexible instructional areas for various-sized student groups
Flexible scheduling and remote online access 24/7
Work areas promote collaboration & provide technology to achieve it
Additional common design themes
Adjacent computer lab; computer workstations throughout facility
Focus on design and resource quality, not size
Inviting, welcoming spaces influenced by UD/UDL
Professional staffing is crucial
Selected Samples and Sources
Kentucky: 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)
AAF’s “Great Schools by Design” and DesignShare: guides architects, engineers, and designers who work with educators
Role of the Librarian in Facility Design
“Ideally, the channel between all of the others…therefore 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)
Outcomes & Responsibilities
Leadership opportunities abound: Envisions library as heart of school Best knows users’ needs and interests Creates realistic, justified budgets Image-maker & public face of the school library Continually learns about library trends, issues, and
research Fundraiser Manages and solves problems
Wouldn’t 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 School
AT A GLANCEFACILITY OPENED - 1967ADDITIONS/RENOVATIONS - NoneSCHOOL CAPACITY - 775TOTAL ENROLLMENT - 584CLASSROOM TEACHERS - 52
http://www.hcps.org/schools/SchoolProfile.aspx?schoolID=79
School Profile
Floor Plan – Original Design
Old shelving Mold Broken
Computer LabOpen SpaceInformal Reading Are
asCarpet
*Map not drawn to scale
Floor Plan - Revision
*Map not drawn to scale
Floor Plan - Zones
Instructional
Area
Instructional
Area
Group Project Area/StudyResearc
h Area
Group Project Area
Informal Reading
Area
Informal
Reading Area
Administrative Area
Informal
Reading Area
Informal
Reading Area
Researc
h AreaProductio
n Area
*Map not drawn to scale
Furniture
Custom vs. Catalogue
Refurbishing and
reusing
Circulation desk – Non
compliant with ADA
Carpeting – Squares
Lounge Chairs –
Librarian
Recommended
Image Source: www.Chairs1000.com
Furnishings
Carpeting – “Fall Time”
New Circulation Desk – “Calista”
Image Source: http://www.brodartfurniture.com/products/Technical%20Furniture/pdfs/calista-brochure.pdf
Image Source: Focus Floorings and Coverings, 2008
Educational Specifications
Our library will feature six main areasClassroom areasSmall-group areasIndividual work spacesComputer labsLounge areasAdministrative area
Environmental Design Elements
Today we see the evolving trend for our libraries to be not only “warm and hospitable”, but also environmentally responsible.
~(Stoss, 2010)
Environmental Design Elements
Libraries have been leading the way in “going green” at schools
The 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 Elements
Reading 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 Learners
ADA: 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 Suggestions
Navigation choices (mouse, touch, tab)
Consistent layout & wordingUncluttered appearanceHeaders & relative font sizesScreen readers & voice to textNarrow margins = less horizontal
scrollingUse contrasting colors (except
red/green)
Moving Plans
PLAN, PLAN, PLAN!Know what you’re responsible for
Weed 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)
Signage
Too Much vs. Not Enough
Digital Signage – Not Just In the Future
ADA Compliance
Signage
Appeals to Young Adults
Promotes Reading
Image Source: Demco, http://www.demco.com/goto?PNHA19&LPCA19)
Image Source: Bodart, http://www.shopbrodart.com/)
Any Questions?
Old/ Broken Furniture
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Additional Computers
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Open Space
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Informal Reading Areas
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Carpet
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