I would move the fiction section, for the reasons you mention.
This year we created a new teen fiction section, and organized books on the
shelf by genre rather than by author. We bought some comfortable little
chairs and a bench, and it is starting to take off.
And we also have some book display space for themes that change, e.g.,
travel, cooking, etc.
Judy
On Wed, May 18, 2016 at 10:41 AM, Michele Martin <
michele.martin@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Hello,
After a mere six years, I think I've finally convinced the powers that be
to actually furnish the lower level of our library building. (Yay!)
We'll primarily be adding some soft seating and work areas, but there is
also the potential for some shelving.
Given that the bulk of the print collection will remain upstairs, my
thoughts are to either:
1. Move the 700s downstairs (rationale: they're big, they're lovely, and
the art teacher uses some of the space in the lower level for her digital
photography class and displaying artwork, so it just makes sense)
2. Move the fiction collection downstairs (rationale: maybe more of a
logical way to divide the collection, nice for students to be able to
browse)
3. Leave everything upstairs (rationale: having separate uses/purposes for
each floor, keeping everything cohesive)
I'm leaning towards option 1 or 2, as I want it to be clear that the lower
level is part of the library and to give the two floors some continuity.
Thoughts pro or con on any of these options? Ideas for other options I'm
missing? Success/horror stories?
Many, many thanks, as always, for your expertise and insights.
Best,
*Michele Martin*
*Director of Information Science (Librarian)Sonoma Academy2500 Farmers
LaneSanta Rosa, CA 95404707.545.1770 <707.545.1770>*
