The given diagrams illustrate the renovation of a library, comparing its layout and its current configuration.
Overall, this library has witnessed several transformations, the most notable of which is the addition of recreational activities’ area and the demolition of some existing features.
In 1975, looking inside from the entrance, there were two new book sectors placed in the right corner, whereas books and magazines shelves were put on the other side. Additionally, the position of the bookshelves and the library desk were located in the middle of the map and parallel to each other. Shared reading spaces were positioned in front of the bookshelves which were put at the bottom – left corner. Opposing entrance, the toilet was placed between the bookshelves and chidren’s book.
In the current layout, the library’s structure shows some changes. On the new book sectors, which is near the entrance, has been replaced by wheelchair access. Similarly, the sector for books and magazines has been converted into a computer area and the bookshelves which was behind it has also been demolished to become a coffee shop. Moreover, the shared reading spaces have been relocated between the library books and the children’s book and equipped with round and square desks. At the back, the children’s book, the bookshelves and the toilet have remained unchanged.