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Originally Posted by tubemonkey
I agree. There's no reason why libraries need to be stuffy places. The right design and atmosphere becomes a drawing card to increase footfall, which in turn keeps libraries relevant; especially for funding.
Here's a virtual tour of one of my libraries. It's like, very cool inside; but a super hassle to get to, because it's located downtown.
Seattle Public Library Virtual Tour |
Most libraries I have been to in recent years seem to organize paperbacks somewhat like bookstores. Some do a better job than others, but generally you have racks or shelves for mysteries, thrillers, westerns, science fiction etc.
Would be difficult for a library to display all or most hardcover books or even paperbacks with the cover facing outwards due to the space required, but some do if they are bestsellers with multiple copies likely to be available.
The tour would not come up for me but maybe it will tomorrow
Helen