A bookshelf is more than just a way to store books. Modern libraries, classrooms, study rooms require shelving to perform several functions, display, storage, dividing room spaces, and even seating. The most successful designs take into account the actual use of these spaces, learners taking books to and from class, librarians changing displays around for seasonal themes and learners requiring a quiet corner for study. Let us take a look at the design of a multi-functional bookcase that suits the needs of three places.
1. Modular Configurations for Changing Needs
There are very few libraries and schools that have fixed layouts. Some libraries may require low open shelves for their children's collection one month and divided shelves for their adult non fiction collection the following month Classrooms rearrange furniture for group work, exams, Parent Teacher events, etc. The study rooms of universities should actually be able to fit one person, two people and small groups.
Actually, modular bookshelf systems handle this through their use of standard units that are put together with no tools required. Deshunyi's wood & metal bookshelves feature adjustable shelf pins, removable side panel, and stackable units which can actually be reoriented and combined in various ways. Apply rolling casters to make mobile partitions for libraries. Use low levels and open units as room dividers and display spaces, for classrooms. Use closed storage in study rooms with open display of shared resources.
2. Integrated Study Features
A study room bookshelf should serve more than just to store books. Learners and researchers require a writing surface, laptop hook-up and good lighting. Multi functional designs incorporate these functions, right into the shelving unit.
When designing bookshelves, take into account designs that involve:
Fold down writing surfaces that tuck away when not in use
Built in power strips with USB ports at desk height
Integrated LED task lighting on the underside of shelves
Whiteboard or tackable back panels for notes and reminders
The storage rack series and bed series are similar in terms of features integrated. We use a combination of open shelving with a fixed writing surface and a lockable drawer in university library study carrels. We have a range of low units with padded tops which can be used as bench sitting for classroom reading corners. Home study areas are no exception to the rules and design of space-saving.
3. Visual Organization and Display Versatility
There is a need to display materials in a library/classroom in a way that allows for browsing. Face-out displays attract children’s attention. Changing end caps and using seasonal displays keeps the collection fresh as well as inviting. Over-sized art books, reference books and magazine holders fit into the adjustable shelves.
These needs can be met by multi functional bookshelves by providing:
A mix of shelf depths with shallow depths for paperbacks and deep for reference books
Use removable/movable shelves to make display pockets
Face out display shelves that are sloped for display
Library spine out rails and label holders
The engineering, adjustable spacing, durable finishes and easy cleaning are common features of both the shoe storage series and drying rack series manufactured by Deshunyi. These are the principles we follow in the design of library applications, bookshelves. You will get shelving as hard-working as your employees!
4. Space Efficient Vertical and Corner Designs
Some libraries, classroom or study room may not have enough floor space. The key to the successful implementation of the small urban school library, small branch library, or dormitory study room is to make the best use of every square meter. This is where multi functional bookshelf design comes in handy, having both vertical and corner solutions.
While a tall, slim (over 2 meters high) bookcase makes use of vertical space, it's essential it's securely fixed to avoid toppling over. The corner book stands can provide something to display and store in an unused corner.. Ladder-style shelves are angled shelves which are supported against the wall and take up little floor space. Wall mounted floating shelves are one solution for very small spaces as they do not take up floor space.
With a total investment of USD 350 million, our Vietnam and China facilities (120,000 m² in Huizhou, 100,000 m² in Vietnam) manufacture high density bookshelf systems providing the greatest storage space possible per square foot. We can produce a range of corner units, up to and including library stacks, from a workforce of over 1800 staff, producing about 3000 (40 foot) containers per year. All designs are compliant with international stability regulations in order to avoid accidents in public areas.
Summary
A multi functional bookshelf design for libraries, classrooms and study rooms should be modular to allow for configuration changes when needs change, integrated study features (writing surfaces, electrical power, lighting), versatility in visual organization and display, and space efficient designs in the vertical and corner orientations. Shenzhen Deshunyi Household Products Co., Ltd. provides all these in our series of wood & metal products, storage rack products and complementary products. Huizhou has a production area of 120,000 m², Vietnam has a production area of 100,000 m², a total of more than 1,800 workers, output value of 500 million RMB and export of more than 3,000 (40 foot) containers each year, We are your trusted manufacturer! Call us today to talk about your bookshelf for the library, classroom or study area.