Re-envisioning Branch Libraries
December 4th, 2014
Session Two: The Reconfigured Library
Renovating and modernizing New York City’s libraries for 21st century users
Introduction by David Giles, Research Director, Center for an Urban Future
In order to encourage policymakers, business leaders, and librarians to think strategically about how to support and improve library services in New York, The Architectural League is collaborating with the Center for an Urban Future on Re-envisioning Branch Libraries, a design study that articulates new architectural, financial, and programmatic possibilities for New York City’s branch libraries.
In a public design showcase and policy symposium on December 4th, 2014, the five participating design teams presented their strategies for re-envisioning New York City’s branch libraries. The presentations addressed three key themes: integrating libraries into New York City’s housing and community development goals; reconfiguring libraries to meet community needs; and developing new ideas for expanding the impact of branch libraries. Panel sessions comprised of policymakers, librarians, researchers, and community advocates responded to each group of presentations to discuss how to put the teams’ innovative design ideas into action and what barriers stand in the way of success. The symposium was generously sponsored by the Charles H. Revson Foundation and hosted by the Japan Society.
Learn more at archleague.org/branchlibraries.
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