  Provide a library link at an existing campus crossroads and a new face for the combined Deering Library/ University Library complex  Strengthen the connection between Deering and the University Library to facilitate the movement of patrons, staff and material between buildings  Preserve the unique architectural character of Deering spaces to enhance their use by students, faculty and scholars. RMJM Hillier Facilities Master Plan recommendations for Deering West entrance

  Reopen the west entrance and restore the lobby to use as an entry and gathering/exhibit space  Create an accessible route from the reopened west entrance to University Library and within Deering Library  Improve the legibility of circulation between the two buildings (University Library and Deering Library) and within Deering Library  Respect the architectural character of the existing design in the process of restoring, renovating and or creating new elements to meet the program goals  Maintain the library in operation throughout the construction Goals

  Constructing a visitor security desk within the 3,000 square foot entrance of Deering (with 3M security equipment)  Restoring the historic lobby interiors  Refurbishing wall-mounted display cases  New floor exhibit cases to match the interior décor with security hardware and temperature/humidity controls Scope of work

  Provide an accessible route from the west entrance of Deering Library to the University Library  Restoring exterior doors and lighting at the west entrance, and  Installing large display monitors along the first floor corridor that connects Deering with the University Library  Constructing an accessible ramp leading to the west entrance  New elevator cab in existing shaft Scope of work cont.

 Old Exterior West Entry

 New Exterior West Entry

 Old Lobby Plan

 New Lobby Plan

 Old Lobby

 New Lobby

 Old Signage

 New Signage cont.

 Old Signage cont.

 New Signage cont.

  7 cameras  2 in loggia  1 entrance  1 exit  2 in lobby  degree PTZ  Emergency Call Box in corridor  Each exhibit case is alarmed to UP Security

 Exhibit Cases/Lighting

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