1. LMC Design Cole Alsbach, Carli Holso, Abby Sline and Luke Janssen

2. OUR MISSION To create a learning environment that empowers students to read, learn, and grow in creativity.

3. PICTURES OF THE LMC NOW A few before pictures of the Library Media Center’s layout.

8. Survey Results Series 1: The computer setup in the library is functional. Series 2: The book shelves are arranged in such a way that it is easy to navigate and find books. Series 3: I feel like I have control over my classes when I am in the LMC. Series 4: I utilize the LMC whenever possible. Series 5: Do you feel comfortable in the LMC with your class?

9. INDIVIDUAL SURVEY GRAPHS 1 (strongly disagree) – 5 (strongly agree)

10. The computer setup in the library is functional.

11. The book shelves are arranged in such a way that it is easy to navigate and find books.

12. I feel like I have control over my classes when I am in the LMC.

13. I utilize the LMC whenever possible.

14. D o you feel comfortable in the LMC with your class?

15. Teacher Comments Computers not sufficient for full class Class separated Miscellaneous students Tables near windows More separated teaching area Designated work area

16. Student Interview Notes Secluded area to study alone Small groups of computers would be beneficial Separate space for students who come during lunch Quiet reading area More access to window area

17. LMC Observations Classroom Study hall Research Books Computers

18. ELEMENTS OF DESIGN Current elements of design that we have in the LMC

19. Elements Of Design Line: Horizontal lines (calming) –boarder around ceiling (sound barrier) Vertical lines (creates height) - columns around arc Form: Chairs, tables, everything Realistic/geometric form throughout library Space: No concentration on space in the LMC Concentrate on codes/ regulations to create space consciousness

20. Element of Design Cont. Mass: Low mass; no pattern and no clutter Furnishings are literal and straight to the point Texture: Textures throughout LMC are tactile -minimal use of textures used Color: White- fresh /pure/ sterile Blue- cool/tranquil Maroon- danger/drama

21. INSPIRATION From the University of Green Bay

22. UWGB Library Positives Use of an accent Reading area Negatives Extremely bright/ distracting No primary color schemes

23. Positives Focused/ set up for lectures Immediate access to computers Negatives Not set up for group work

24. Positives Used for isolation Attracts students to library Negatives Affordability

25. Positive Organized Easily accessible Negative Bright wall Too crowded

26. Positives Group work Privacy Work Space Negatives Available outlets

27. LMC LAYOUTS One current LMC layout, done on AutoCAD followed by three possible redesign ideas

28. Current Layout

29. REDESIGN #1

30. REDESIGN #2

31. REDESIGN #3