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Aaron Cohen Associates LTD has been the library program and service planning consultant for a wide variety of libraries; academic, public, school, special, law, medical, corporate and government. We facilitate a planning process that will become the basis of a clear and compelling case for support for services and facilities. To meet new service challenges we identify the community's unique and specific library needs and programming opportunities. Areas may include: materials management, logistics, self service, digitization, preservation, archives, acquisitions and retention, compact storage, book dispensers, technology and IT services. We develope the space requirements for facility growth, based on population projections and community service needs. Our firm has the ability to develop a library service layout for the proposed building. We support architects with a program and layout (e.g. circulation, technology spaces, reference, technical services, periodicals, print display, browsing, computer access, quiet study, research, technology/collaboration rooms, teaching and training classrooms and media spaces) to make sure the space is fully utilized. We have developed designs for the information commons, learning commons and collaborative workspaces. | ||
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Our Library planning research includes an analysis of the library site and distribution of Library services. We will study the demographic and geographic area and do benchmarking research. We will work with the library staff so that they have a say in the development of the building and service environment. We analyze service requirements and Library Standards. We estimate project expenses and develop building options for library construction projects. We support the bid process, design development, schematic designs, schedules and construction budgets. We have over 20 years experience developing efficient collection layouts in compact storage. We provide feasibility studies for library buildings. For experienced library service planning contact us. |
Our Library Programs include:
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Library buildings’ are going through extraordinary changes. They are transforming from print resources to a "blended environment." That is why it is imperative to develop flexible and sustainable solutions. We can re-image the
Library as Place. Our programming approach includes an assessment of library resources, staff, seating and collection capacities. We offer sustainable options that enables libraries to develop efficient space. We work with librarians, library boards, community planners and leaders. Your strategic plan might require a renovation, reorganization or new addition. We specialize in library buildings, service planning and technology.
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