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Blending Technology
and Casual Comfort into the Library of Tomorrow
Presented by: Jeff Bulla – Dave Gaskins – Trevor Taylor
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Who are We?
• Jeff Bulla, AIA, LEED AP Pro Forma Architecture • Dave Gaskins Library Interiors of Texas • Trevor Taylor Library Interiors of Texas
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Who are You?
• Public Librarian • School Librarian • Academic Librarian
• Specialist Librarian • ??????
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Libraries are Changing! Ø Libraries are becoming community centers Ø Competition from the retail sector is increasing Ø Self service is expected Ø Advances in technology are becoming more rapid Ø Internet now reaching gigabit speeds Ø Technology continues to be the force driving the
evolution of libraries worldwide Ø Blending these technologies is a constant challenge Ø Patrons’ demands of libraries are increasing too!
Library Trends
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Library Trends Let’s look at patron expectations: Ø Traditional Library Ø Space for Experience Ø Maker Space Ø Space for Learning Ø Place for Collaboration Ø Living-Room Ø Place for Business Development Ø Café/Bistro Ø Third Place
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A break with library tradition: Ø in form Ø in function Ø in management philosophy Ø patron expectation Ø today, more than ever;
Library Trends
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Blending Technology
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Blending Technology
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Hot Buttons? Ø New Building? Ø Existing Building? Ø Remodel/Expansion/Renovation? Ø Living Room/Lounge? Ø Teen Area? Ø Children’s Area? Ø Collaborative Space? Ø Café/Bistro?
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Staying Connected • Everyone expects to stay connected ... all the time!
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Connectivity Options
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So Many Devices …….. and most with different plugs/connectors and operating systems!!
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Help is at hand!
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Help is at hand!
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Help is at hand!
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Power Where You Need it
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Multi Charging
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The Next Generation
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Laptop/Tablet Self-Serve
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Book & DVD Vending
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Reception/Foyer
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Reception/Foyer
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Circulation
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The Living Room
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Living Room
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Collaborative Spaces
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Collaborative Spaces
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Collaborative Spaces
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Collaborative Spaces
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Collaborative Spaces
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Teens
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Teens
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Children’s
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Children’s
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Café/Bistro
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Café/Bistro
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… and What’s Next??
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Team Library is:
• Jeff Bulla - p. 972-713-7100 e. [email protected]
• Dave Gaskins – p. 254-654-2439 e. [email protected] • Trevor Taylor – p. 512-964-2790 e. [email protected]
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