Two things. First, there is a clear move to digital, which libraries need to pay attention to. It's hard to say how fast and how completely our information will evolve from hard copy to digital. If you were to design a library, it seems that a main aspect of the design would be to ask your self what that evolution will look like, and then try to plan for the future in your design.

Second, the program of libraries is evolving, and incorporating many new programmatic elements. In this regard, it seems to me that paying attention to how these program elements operate together will be very important. Adjacencies, noise control, etc. I was in the silent reading room at the Watertown library about a month ago, and some "gentleman" was watching a sitcom on his laptop laughing time away. Not cool! This type of situation should be given some attention.