Easy Solution - Eliminate clutter:
- Don't use too many signs to replace public service interactions.
- Don't display every flyer available.
- Don't use unprofessional or sloppy signage.
Intensive Solutions:
- Update the general appearance of the building. Your building is an advertisement for the library.
- How does the building look at night?
- Improve signage.
- Screen the dumpster.
- Use prison industries to repaint shelving and end panels and to reupholster furniture.
- Improve ADA accessibility.
- Get a new book drop.
- Improve parking.
- Add spaces.
- Improve lighting.
- Improve interior lighting.
- Change fluorescents to electronic ballasts and high-efficiency grills.
- Update HVAC.
- Update wiring.
- Repaint.
- Replace carpet.
- Replace ceiling tiles.
- Replace furnishings.
- Improve acoustics.
- Add natural light that won't increase glare.
- Replace artwork.
- Consider reevaluating the library’s current layout and space usage. Moving shelving and furniture into new configurations can improve and open up the look of your library.