Library Floorplan

Library Space

Things to consider in your floorplan:

• Full class and small group instruction areas

• Small group collaboration and work spaces

• Quiet areas

• Circulation

• Browsing

• Access to online resources/online catalog

• Group presentations

• Comfortable seating

• Shelving for resources

• Office(s) for library staff

Resources & Vendors

Brodart Furniture - School and library supplies vendor

DEMCO Furniture - School and library supplies vendor

• Visit the DEMCO Ideas & Inspiration webpage that covers Space Design and other library topics

MiEN Company - Award-winning furniture ideal for collaborative spaces, active learning, and makerspaces

Project ENABLE Floor Plan Tool - Specify the dimensions of your library, drag and drop furniture into the space, and use the grid to ensure that the layout adheres to the ADA guidelines

Teen Space Guidelines - From the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA)