Moving beyond seating-centered learning environments
DeClercq, Cranz, Journal of Academic Librarianship, 2014
Main points:
Post-occupancy study. Observed how people used space
Limiter to how people move is based on not being able to abandon "their stuff"
students take the first thing they see, closest to natural light
Recos:
Lockers, moveable lockers? Foot rests and reclining chairs. Variety of stuff and different furniture options. What students say, is not always what they want, comfy chairs are not always utilized, even though they ask. small movements and changes in posture help students health
rooms for small breaks to do physical activity
Physical space may be just as important, or more than the collection itself
How do we present our space? How do we get them to the 7th floor and not stay on the 1st floo