Library Planning Consultant

A Library’s Purpose in Changing Times

A library's purpose will naturally change as cultures and technologies shift. The life cycle of a physical building is typically 20 years, but information technology, web sites, marketing plans and…

acohen March 20, 2020

Library Planning Research Psychology of Change work in progress

When it comes to service planning, making a list is a start.

Imagine walking into a library with digital and print experiences, a place with structured and unstructured experiences. The modern library should offer a space for meetings and events as well…

acohen February 25, 2020

Library Planning Research Social Library Issues Space Planning

New Library? New Collection

As library consultants, Aaron Cohen Associates offers Opening Day Collection planning services to support new library development. We can help you employ a series of curation tools that will define…

acohen February 25, 2020

Library Planning Research Social Library Issues Space Planning

Design Thinking – Library Planning Practices

When tackling a major initiative like the development of a new library or an overhaul of a document management system, diverse teams need to engage in design thinking workshops. They…

acohen February 17, 2020

Library Planning Research

Library Programming – Working to Optimize Student User Experience

We know that the library must position itself differently in the 21st century. The books and spaces are part of the library building, but the library is also the primary…

acohen February 5, 2020

Library Planning Research Social Library Issues Space Planning

The Renovation Starts Here

If you are planning a major renovation or a new facility, a positive outcome begins with a proven methodology and process. Aaron Cohen Associates, LTD specializes in library programming, with…

acohen January 22, 2020

Library Planning Research

It’s all about the library user experience…

It's never been easier for libraries to improve services - or so it seems. Open, adaptable, activity-based library spaces make people feel like they are part of the community. On…

acohen January 15, 2020

Library Planning Research library technology work in progress

Design Thinking Workshop

Join Us on January 30th at SAP 10 Hudson Yards from 9 to 4pm AT SAP 10 HUDSON YARDS. The Design Thinking Workshop is a methodology developed by IDEO and…

acohen January 10, 2020

Library Planning Research

Revitalizing Academic Libraries

Reimagining a University library can breathe new life into it, increasing student success and enhancing faculty research. Decision makers in the education field (Presidents, Provosts, Academic Vice President, Headmasters, etc.)…