The diagrams depict the significant modifications made to the layout of a school library over the past five years.
Overall, the current library design reflects a transition towards more versatile and private study spaces compared to the previous layout, which prioritized communal study areas.
Initially, the library’s configuration five years ago featured three conventional bookshelves, a classroom, a meeting room, a combined borrowing and returning desk, along with study tables centrally arranged in the space. The layout included a designated library office situated in the southeast corner. In contrast, the present library design has replaced conventional study tables with six private study rooms, each accommodating six seats, thus enhancing student privacy and personalized study experiences. Furthermore, the bookshelves located in the northern section of the library remain unchanged, while the ones adjacent to the entrance are now occupied by desks specifically designated for student laptop usage.
Moreover, the area that previously housed public computers in the eastern section has been transformed into a dedicated space for students to utilize their own laptops, thus reflecting an adaptation to modern educational needs. The library office in the southeast corner has been dismantled to accommodate a conference room, signifying a shift towards collaborative and group-oriented study environments. The meeting room, which remained in its original location between the classroom and the borrowing return area, has retained its presence; however, the classroom has been repurposed as a recording studio, allowing for diverse technological integration. Additionally, the borrowing desk has been reorganized to include a help desk, further streamlining library services and fostering a user-friendly atmosphere.