Cues from the natural landscape come inside, seating and programming go out, as libraries continue to connect indoors and out

Reading nooks, custom millwork, and generous use of graphic design pull together aesthetic across library interiors

Advances in technology and creative use allow libraries to define spaces, add color, and control noise without any walls

Features inspired by residential designs continue to offer comfort and informal areas to relax and connect

Enclosed glass spaces allow insight into what’s going on at the library as well as offering a visual connection to the surrounding community, while moveable walls that literally open onto the outside go a step further

Spaces for distinct activities in pavilions, wings, or adjacent areas are smartly configured for cross-pollination without disruption in new and renovated libraries