FEBRUARY 2018 VISIONING STARK COUNTY DISTRICT LIBRARY JACKSON BRANCH

2018 HBM Architects

TABLE OF CONTENTS Mind Breaking Outreach Boards Building Making Appendix 2015 Visioning Book - Tween Work Session

PARTICIPANTS Nancy A. Teri B. Mary C. Beth D. Irene D. Sandie F. Reginald G. Alma H. Jennifer H. Nancy H. Lora H. Sally H. Andrea J. Cynthia J. Christine K. Kathy K. Michael K. Pam K. Deanna M. Elizabeth M. Gary M. Cindy N. Carl P. John P. David R. Janice S. Mary Anne S. Rosemary S. Tim S. Amy T. Chris W. Michael W.

MIND BREAKING In this session, we presented a wide variety of images of library spaces from around the world. The images were selected to spark ideas about the possibilities for the Jackson Branch building and to demonstrate changes, trends, and new service ideas for public libraries. While viewing the images, participants were each given a Post-It note pad and marker to jot down what they liked or didn t like from the array of photos throughout the presentation. Each like or dislike was written on an individual note. At the end of the presentation, participants placed each of their like and dislike notes on sheets placed around the room titled with categories corresponding to the presentation. Some of these categories include: entry experience, seating, technology, children s & teen areas, meeting and collaborative spaces, etc. This process allows our team to gather a large amount of great input in a concentrated period of time. Each of the likes and dislikes is listed in this section, organized by category, and noting the frequency of each response. Mentioned 1 time Mentioned 2-4 times Mentioned 5-9 times Mentioned 10-19 times

MIND BREAKING ENTRY EXPERIENCE like Book return near entry Clear signage MIND BREAKING Self checks x12 New material display x10 Open space x8 Face-out display x6 Service desk near entry x6 Exterior digital screens for programs x4 Vending machine toward entry Modern/tall space Curved bookshelves Items up front so you can grab & go Fun, modern, colorful Showcase collections Good displays Instead of donors listed, photos and display of Jackson s history Window seating Hot picks x3 Book/DVD suggestions Bookstore x3 Artwork Be able to see where to go from entry x3 Card catalogue computers to access Natural light x3 Library staff near self checks Bright big windows x3 Smaller service desk Functional x3 Digital displays Library program information x2 Digital display next to book return Books facing the entrance x2 Larger service desk Self-service holds x2 Traditional and elegant Airy x2 Recommended books Donor recognition x2 Drive up window Community display At least one seat choice Bold signage Display with computer/magazines on the other sides

ENTRY EXPERIENCE dislike Digital display x3 Traditional stuffy look x3 No donor wall waste of space x3 Bookstore display x3 Curved bookcase x2 Traditional entry not inviting MIND BREAKING Service desk Tables Low ceilings Non-drive up book return Cold feeling Prefer Dewey system Natural light needs to have blinds MIND BREAKING Too big too much open space High ceilings Traditional shelving Kiosks Table displays prefer traditional A wall right in front of you Self check-outs Don t like heavy, dark wood Self checks out okay but not at entry

MIND BREAKING SEATING AREAS like After-hours Small group study tables with power outlets MIND BREAKING Living Room x10 Natural light x9 Lounge seating x8 Powered furniture x8 Tables & chairs x6 Variety of seating x6 Service café x6 Café x5 Vinyl or non-pvc material for seating Separate eating area Glassed in areas for quiet spaces, takes pressure off keeping kids quiet throughout library Seating scattered among shelving units Non-fixed rooms based on size /flexibility Functionality Open Tables lamps surrounded by art/historical items Zoned areas between quiet spaces Group areas with tables for discussion Outdoor seating Café needs to be large Comfortable seating Vending rather than café Private carrels x4 Community Program space Quiet reading area x4 Wifi, electronic access Private / semi-private area for tutoring x4 Seating to feel integrated with outdoors Vending x3 Glass between spaces for visual connection Glass walls between rooms x3 Project oriented sections Shelving that defines space x3 Traditional look Reading nooks x3 Table around fireplace with outlets Fireplace x2 Historic collection Large windows x2 Starbucks-like café, affordable Power outlets x2 Lots of seating and nooks, especially for kids Quiet reading rooms x2 Carrels by window Windows overlooking the park

MIND BREAKING SEATING AREAS dislike No vending x7 No café x7 Book store Designated eating area Seating that is too individualized Programs in open areas without walls MIND BREAKING Traditional wasted space Wall of windows too distracting Individual furniture with lighting Living room environment Mobile workstations Tables take up too much space Lounge seating Heavy tables Banquet seating

MIND BREAKING BOOK BROWSING like Zoned spaces BOOK BROWSING dislike MIND BREAKING Face out display x10 Children s book bins x7 Organized by subject x7 Clear signage x7 Touch screens x6 Mobile displays x5 Neighborhoods x4 Low children s browsing Display cases Inviting shelving area Pack those books in! Cozier arrangement, rather than widely spaced out Enough space for browsing patron to get around chairs No lighting behind books x6 Organized like a bookstore x3 No touch screens Cubed display kiosk Organized by subject Looks good but takes up space Holds behind the counter 24/7 lockers outside of library instead New material area x3 Large collection of books Face-out shelving Traditional shelving Dewey system x3 Ultra-modern is too cold feeling Merchandising display x2 Boxes of books hard to focus on all options Open browsing x2 Minimize display a lot of work for staff Bookstore x2 Flexible shelves Shelving that defines space Electronic browsing for DVDs / CDs Low shelving for sight lines LED lighting Hot-picks display Lit shelves

MIND BREAKING CHILDREN S AREAS like Tree element x2 CHILDREN S AREAS dislike Niches x10 Interactive technology x10 Play, Learn, Grow x7 Story time area x6 Glass entry x6 Picture book bins x5 Enclosed x5 Low shelving x4 A lot of books! Fun seating Tee-pee from Jackson Twp. History Computers with children s learning programs Away from adult computers Bright, welcoming Cozy Seating for caregiver Gaming x8 Themed to a specific book x2 Themes get old too quickly x2 Too much stimulation for kids is bad Too bright, garish. Let the books shine! Idea of a physical play area library is not a playground Climbing play sets MIND BREAKING Program space x3 Glass walls Zoned area x3 More than books! Playful theme x3 Nature learning exhibits Colorful entry x3 Good use of color in different niches Tutoring space x3 Lots of books displayed Non-tech interactive elements x3 Signage at entrance Themed space incorporate Polar Bears x2 Whimsical Child and caregiver seating x2 Area on a separate floor Soundproof x2 Window seats x2 Scaled to a child x2

MIND BREAKING MIND BREAKING TEEN AREA like LED lighting x7 Semi-private space x3 Gaming x3 Tutoring space x2 Niches x2 Varied seating x2 Work area x2 Writable surfaces x2 Display High-bar tables Individual pods Round workstation Creation area art, music etc. Area for projects Low tech options to disconnect from devices Pre-teen / Teen gathering space Separate space for program / gaming Reading area YA collection Zoning with glass wall great Mobile Movie screen use for AV presentations too Glass room Screen wall for movies Tables, counters with computers Quiet places to study Group study area Vibrant yet modern feeling that is open to rest of Library TEEN AREA dislike Gaming x6 Large screen Teen YA books being separate Power from ceiling, put them in the tables instead Pods Single user computers Computers in a group Space saving shelving Divider wall Technology

MIND BREAKING TECHNOLOGY like Digital display TECHNOLOGY dislike Charging stations x9 Maker space x9 Open computer lab x6 Pods x4 Self checks x4 Technology Sandbox x4 Marker boards Reference technology in each area Cost effective Training computer lab Glass walls Interactive technology Maker Spaces x2 Classroom computer area x2 Tablet/laptop lending can see problems x2 Digital technology - Out of date too quickly Idea of area for video/audio projects Quads of desks MIND BREAKING Movable walls x3 Info station Technology Sandbox Access to power x3 Special technology for genealogy Touch screens x4 Photo editing software Laptop kiosk x2 Scrapbooking online Flexible technology x2 Like the techie look Raised access floor x2 Access for hearing impaired Privacy x2 CD/DVD cleaning machine Tech lending x2 Touch screen catalogue After-hours lockers Book / DVD vending machine Holds Powered furniture Vestibule like SmartStore 3D printing

MIND BREAKING MEETING & COLLABORATIVE like Counter and refrigerator MIND BREAKING Variety of sizes x9 Glass walls x8 Flexible space x6 Natural light x5 Movable partitions x5 Large Meeting Room with divider x5 Enclosed space Tough pad scheduling x4 Garage doors x3 Mobile furniture x3 Community space x2 White boards x2 Technology in all Meeting Rooms x2 Smart board x2 Dirty maker space x2 Sound-proof movable walls Small group study rooms Tutoring areas Conference rooms High ceilings MEETING & COLLABORATIVE dislike Group areas out in the open x2 No movable walls x2 Semi-private niches Too much space devoted to it Garage doors

MIND BREAKING STAFF SERVICE POINTS like STAFF SERVICE POINTS dislike Drive up services x22 Drive-up drop off x4 Librarian staff to sit next to patron x4 Self check x2 Easy to find x2 Catalog kiosks throughout x2 Pick-up window is too labor intensive Drive up window No large desk MIND BREAKING Flexible staff desk x2 Librarian call button x2 Book return Near entry Digital display Power towers Wireless charging Flexible power from raised floor Kiosk Easy to access especially in Children s Area Obvious, clear signage around Library

MIND BREAKING OUTDOOR AREAS like OUTDOOR AREAS dislike MIND BREAKING Courtyard x5 Outdoor plaza with seating x5 Outdoor reading area x4 Community garden x4 Fireplace x3 Outdoor spaces x3 Community garden x3 No courtyards Limited use with Ohio weather Coordinate with Amphitheater x3 Porch to enjoy park x2 Youth garden Movie night Space for a picnic Rooftop Garden club to maintaining outdoor spaces Green grass Views of nature Tie into trail system Convenient parking Outdoor space with sliding roof Crosswalk with a light Love outdoor spaces

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS MIND BREAKING Accessibility x3 Natural light x2 No bar stool seating x2 Quiet areas x2 The current gaming library system is at the YMCA now Small glass group study Good for tutoring and meetings MIND BREAKING Outdoor electronic signage to advertise upcoming events Display for history of Township Hand sanitizer stations throughout Library Parking for the handicapped Outdoor space won t be used LED lighting I want to continue using 24/7 lockers Do not like cold feeling decorating LED lighting is too harsh No movable walls Wide open spaces are wasteful Use roof for patio seating, private parties, view of park Covered Entry No curbs

OUTREACH BOARDS OUTREACH BOARDS

OUTREACH BOARDS OUTREACH BOARDS AND COMMENT CARDS Outreach boards were placed in the current library for a period of time for patrons to comment on as they wished. With images similar to those presented in the Mind Breaking input sessions, the boards showcased a large variety of images of library spaces meant to spark ideas about the possibilities for the new Jackson Branch Library and to demonstrate changes, trends, and new service ideas for public libraries. Comment cards were posted near the boards for patrons to jot down what they liked or didn t like from the array of photos shown. The categories displayed include: entry experience, seating areas, book browsing, technology, children s area, teen area, meeting and collaborative spaces, service points, and outdoor areas. OUTREACH BOARDS This process allows our team to gather a large amount of great input from patrons that were not able to participate in the community input session. This allowed patrons to participate freely and anonymously.

OUTREACH BOARDS ENTRY EXPERIENCE like Airy x2 Natural light BOOK BROWSING like Neighborhoods x2 Lots of books for browsing OUTREACH BOARDS Accessibility Information available Welcoming ENTRY EXPERIENCE dislike Too much wasted space Staff has no seating MEETING AREAS like Medium sized conference room good use for meetings Second floor Meeting space Spacious Warm Good signage Classic, modern Traditional shelving efficient BOOK BROWSING dislike Ceilings that are too high Shelves that are too low Neighborhood shelving too chopped up SEATING AREAS like Fireplace x2 Expansive Natural light is important Cozy Screens available Business-like MEETING AREAS dislike Too loud CHILDREN S AREAS like Inviting entry Bright colors Natural light Seating niches

OUTREACH BOARDS TEEN AREAS like Tables for research, group work Small group study areas ADDITIONAL COMMENTS Like all the images shown! Ask local teens for their input on what they d like to see in their library TECHNOLOGY like Many public computers Interactive signage Privacy After-hours OUTDOOR SPACE Area for large presentations Covered outdoor areas Outdoor public area Enjoy park-like setting Café outdoor seating Indoor/outdoor fireplace One with nature Comfortable seating for lazy summer day A traffic light and crosswalk for the community to use to safely cross the street from the high school to the library Librarian call buttons CD/DVD cleaner/repair machine Adult computers far from children s area Complete sets of youth book series in the library Space outside library to eat a picnic lunch in good weather Pre-teen/teen space separate from children s area Separate space for children s programs Plenty of good, convenient parking Park paths attached to library Make use of topography of park Accessibility Covered drive-up Children s Area separated from main library space A nice Reference section OUTREACH BOARDS Computer tables with space for books / material to conduct research Restrooms should have both air dryers and paper towels

BUILDING MAKING After viewing the Mind-Breaking slideshow to spark ideas of arrangement of space, participants gathered in small groups and were given a stack of circles representing different types of spaces they might want to include in their library building and site. Extra markers and tape were readily available to encourage creativity. The purpose of this session was to work inside the building and develop ideas for adjacencies, flow, relationships between spaces, customer service, and how to integrate new spaces and services that they would like to see in a new library building. After fun and engaging discussions, ideas were finalized and a participant from each group presented their ideas to all of the work session attendees. Types of spaces represented include: service points, cafe / vending, new & popular materials, children s area, teen area, book browsing, individual study, meeting rooms, and staff workrooms.

GROUP 1 adjacency plan BUILDING MAKING MAIN IDEAS Service Point and New / Popular materials near Entry 2nd Floor with book stacks 24/7 lockers important for new branch

GROUP 2 adjacency plan BUILDING MAKING MAIN IDEAS Green space with views to amphitheater and park Community display and new, popular materials near entry A variety of Meeting Rooms Children s Area enclosed to control the noise

GROUP 3 adjacency plan BUILDING MAKING MAIN IDEAS Multifunctional spaces Children s Area with dedicated Outdoor Program Space Large staff areas Seating Area with Periodicals Plenty of Windows

GROUP 4 adjacency plan BUILDING MAKING MAIN IDEAS Multiple Outdoor Program Spaces Main Entry off Fulton Drive Central Service Point Teen Area separate from Children s Area

GROUP 5 adjacency plan BUILDING MAKING MAIN IDEAS Entry near parking Handicap parking near building Staff Area along West facade

GROUP 6 adjacency plan BUILDING MAKING MAIN IDEAS Teen Area and Children s Area adjacent to each other Display area for Jackson Township history - Introduce community components

GROUP 7 adjacency plan BUILDING MAKING MAIN IDEAS Use glass and curves for the building form Open, flexible space that is multifunctional Drive-up window on Fulton Drive Service point at Entry with Teen Area adjacent for oversight Roof access for programs Maximize views to amphitheater

GROUP 8 adjacency plan BUILDING MAKING MAIN IDEAS Accessibility New & Popular and holds near Entry Views to amphitheater Stark Parks trail with Outdoor Programming Flexible Meeting Spaces - away from Teen and Children to control noise Teen and Children s Areas separate from each other

APPENDIX - 2015 VISIONING BOOK PARTICIPANTS AGE Anthony M. 14 Ben S. 11 Alison A. 14 Allan C. 12 Livi A. 13 Ian B. 14 Meagan S. 14 Zaid S. 14 Matthew R. 14 Zhanri D. 13 Annie W. 14 Kate M. 12 Gabi B. 14 Brittany L. 14 TWEEN WORK SESSION Upon entering the work session, Tween participants were given a series of dot stickers and directed towards two large sheets posted on the walls demonstrating a variety of components that could be included the Tween area. These images were selected to spark discussion amongst participants about what is happening in libraries today, what some possibilities are for the future, and what they think would be a good fit for their library. Some participants also used this opportunity to note comments specific to the images shown. APPENDIX

APPENDIX - 2015 VISIONING BOOK Tween Work Session Images PARTICIPANTS PLACED DOTS ON THE IMAGES THAT DEMONSTRATED PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES OF THEIR IDEAL TWEEN AREA APPENDIX

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