Library Planning Consultant

Library Functions in an Accelerated World

In an age of constant acceleration, Thomas Friedman is a Futurist who sees radical changes in our information landscape. In his book, Thank you for Being Late, he suggests that we need to empower innovation…

acohen April 14, 2017

Library Planning Research library technology Social Library Issues

The Plausibility of a Virtual Library Concept

Mobile devices once represented a “new frontier” in library service, offering more access and connectivity than ever before. Today, Virtual Reality (VR) applications represent the next wave in libraries. Motion-controlled…

acohen March 1, 2017

Library Planning Research

The Analog Library and Architecture that Heals

The library building, once a fortress for knowledge, is ready to undertake a renaissance and change for the better. There’s no question that we’re living in a digital age, but…

acohen November 30, 2016

Library Planning Research

6 ways to improve your learning environment: NYC Workshop, Nov 3

In preparation for our Smart Library Workshop (November 3, 2016, 9:30 am-4 pm), we outlined six steps toward improving your library & learning environment. Many libraries and learning spaces require new space/service requirements,…

acohen October 23, 2016

Library Planning Research

Value of Academic and Research Libraries

What is the value of the library? Learning spaces need to be positioned to provide access, skill development and the right context for learning to grow. Come join us on Thursday,…

acohen October 16, 2016

Library Planning Research Space Planning

Libraries – Measuring the Future

At a functional level, the basic concept of library is not antiquated. The library space remains vital and important in the context of a learning model. We have a lot…

acohen June 29, 2016

Library Planning Research Social Library Issues

Libraries with No Limits: Navigating the Digital Landscape

We see libraries with no limits, based on the expansion of digital content. But the expansion of digital material leads to the need for a guide. According to Eric Maslowski,…

acohen May 18, 2016

Library Planning Research Social Library Issues Space Planning

Library Space Planning: The Third Place

What is the third place? It is a library or community center, learning commons or co-working space. In a community or campus building, the third place is the library. It…

acohen May 4, 2016

Library Planning Research Space Planning work in progress

Learning Commons – Collection Development

There has been a noticeable shift in the education environment, creating new challenges for anyone managing a campus, school or research institution. The buildings on campus are becoming more collaborative…

acohen March 28, 2016

Library Planning Research Space Planning

Library / Project Based Learning Environments

Which vision of the future best describes research libraries in the 21st century? Access or Conservation? Some futurists envision the research library to be a truly digital environment. However, technology…

acohen February 22, 2016