The map illustrates how the arrangement of Central Library changed after 2 decades.
Overall, most of the library have been repurposed to provide more services, including modern technology, refreshments and events.
On the left-hand side, the room in the top corner consisting of CDs, videos and computer games was converted to hold storytelling events. This room was expanded to put two sofas and there are also children's fiction books. The middle area once was adult fiction books has been changed to all reference books. A computer room is located at the bottom corner, replacing the old reading room.
The top corner room on the right side was converted from children's books to lecture room. The enquiry desk including tickets or book returns was demolished and a café is built on this right bottom area. The middle space only had adult non-fiction books but now having fiction books, adding an information desk and three self-serviec machines. Tables and chairs in the centre right in front of the entrance were all removed.
Overall, most of the library have been repurposed to provide more services, including modern technology, refreshments and events.
On the left-hand side, the room in the top corner consisting of CDs, videos and computer games was converted to hold storytelling events. This room was expanded to put two sofas and there are also children's fiction books. The middle area once was adult fiction books has been changed to all reference books. A computer room is located at the bottom corner, replacing the old reading room.
The top corner room on the right side was converted from children's books to lecture room. The enquiry desk including tickets or book returns was demolished and a café is built on this right bottom area. The middle space only had adult non-fiction books but now having fiction books, adding an information desk and three self-serviec machines. Tables and chairs in the centre right in front of the entrance were all removed.
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