Research

Examples of how other libraries engage people

Found some images on what other libraries did to encourage people to go to the library. 

Game areas

Multi cubical type workspaces

 low seating with low flat sceens

Changing the way people read in the library

 A help desk that moves around

bookshelves that curve around seating area

Doctor who themed return box 

Another gaming station

Putting seating within a bookshelf

A selfie station for when people get their library cards

-This was a selfie station next to the place where people get their library cards

-It encouraged people to get library cards and also increased the presence of the library.

http://techsoupforlibraries.org/blog/sign-up-selfies-how-patrons-getcarded-at-escondido-public-library

Examples of signage

signage that sticks out of shelves

 Pillars dedicated to signage

Imagery and signage

Using reflections from window

Using colour, direction and text & Colour coded blocks

Reading floor levels from below

City of Melbourne Docklands Library- Screens in desks

Techology display

Tablet on wall, information kiosk. Tablets are easier to use to find information.

-Sarah