Description:
For most libraries, door counts have reached or surpassed pre-pandemic levels. Demand for quiet study spaces has increased significantly, with people seeking cozy nooks that shield them from distractions. Whether you’re attempting to provide collaboration rooms, study booths, or individual pods, planning for quiet study spaces in your library can be formidable. What type of space do you need? How can you plan for change, knowing change is inevitable? How can you use library budgets wisely to create flexible, efficient spaces? In this panel discussion, we'll review case studies from academic and public libraries who've implemented a variety of quiet study spaces. We'll hear from design professionals who'll share real-world building code challenges and share insights for your library.Learning Outcomes:
At the end of the webinar, attendees will be able to:- Describe opportunities, barriers, and solutions available for libraries when considering additional quiet spaces for small groups or individuals.
- Review common building code requirements when implementing new quiet spaces and common pitfalls when implementing quiet study solutions.
- Review project examples, including cost comparisons, for products and solutions that illustrate successful implementation of quiet study spaces.
Who Should Attend: Library: Librarians and building facilities management personnel interested in improving acoustic performance of existing spaces or interested in creating quiet spaces in their libraries.
Presenters:
Frank Allen - frank.allen@ucf.edu Senior Associate Director of Administrative Services at the University of Central Florida
Will Cook - w_cook@uncg.edu Facilities Manager at the University of North Carolina Greensboro Barak Yaryan - byaryan@shepleybulfinch.com Architect and Library Designer at Shepley Bulfinch
Antone Sgro - asgro@ratiodesign.com Architect, Library Leader at RATIO
Tech Requirements
Core Webinars are held in Zoom. Speakers or a headset for listening to the presentation are required. You may interact with the presenter and ask questions through text-based chat. Closed captioning is available in the Zoom platform. The webcast will be recorded and the link to the recording shared with registrants shortly after the live event.
