Library of the Future

Library of the Future is an ENVIRONMENT meant to cater to its user ACADEMICALLY, SOCIALLY AND CREATIVELY. This setting comfortably integrates books and people to enhance LEARNING, RELAXING, AND SOCIALIZING. The layout of this library allows for its users to interact with information in an EASIER and more EFFICIENT manner. The Art makerspace will support a DIVERSE range of students to better IMPROVE university retention. The acoustics, wayfinding, and furnishings in this Library of the Future will allow for a naturally INCLUSIVE ATMOSPHERE.

Alden Library 3rd Floor Plan

Key:

1 Public Study Space 

2 Public Study Space 

3 Private Study Space 

4 Public Study Space 

5 Café / Lounge

6 Art Center 

7 Reception 

8 Librarian Office 

9 Historic Book Collection 

10 Classroom

Fine Arts Learning Center

Reception/Café/Lounge

Study Rooms

Public Alone

Private Alone

Private Together

Public Together

Materials