ReDew: Renovating Dewey Library

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Timeline & Plans

Tentative Timeline

6/08 – 10/08 Construction plans created
10/08 – 11/08 Final budget approval
11/08 – 12/08 Permitting process
11/08 – 12/08 2nd floor move out
12/08 – 2/09 2nd floor construction*
2/09 Basement move out
2/09 – 5/09 Basement construction
5/09 1st floor move out
5/09 – 8/09 1st floor construction*

*No active construction during December or May’s reading periods.

Project Highlights

Study Space

· Creates a 24/7 study space

· Increases # of sq. ft. for study space

· Increases # of group study rooms

· Provides better sound proofing to reduce noise

· Designates silent study area

Collection Access

· Increases collection potential by using compact shelving

· Makes basement collection more accessible with addition of staircase

· Corrects humidity problems in the basement

Environment

· Improves lighting

· Provides new carpeting

· Updates some furnishings

· Improves ADA accessibility

Draft Floor Plans -

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Basement Plan 1st Floor Plan 2nd Floor Plan


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