How has renovation changed Level 3?
Level 3 boasts the Grand Reading Room extending all along the south wall from the lounge with armchairs in the southeast corner to the view of Graham Chapel from the southwest corner. Soft leather seats and ottomans rim the atrium and look down into Whispers Cafe. Study carrels as well as study tables add to the variety of seating options for library users. After renovation, Level 3 is a more comfortable space with more types of study space and with much more natural light during daytime hours. As on the other levels, fresh paint, brighter lighting, new ADA-compliant restrooms, water fountains, and soft seating improve the library environment. In addition to improving the library’s physical qualities, renovation improves computing capabilities by increasing the number of public work stations and by making wireless and/or wired access available in many areas of the building.
