In designing for young adult seating options in public libraries, the conventional seating option of chairs and tables must be reevaluated and replaced by the carpet-covered riser platform. This arrangement allows young adults to interact with one another with minimum restrictions. 

Designing for Young Adult Seating Options in Public Libraries

The space for young adults is the area that allows young adults to learn, read, research, and inform themselves. For this reason, the lighting, furniture, color, and any other detail in design must meet their specific needs. 

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The services provided by public librarians to patrons who are young adults include:

- reference
- programs
- space
- virtual

Types of Young Adult Services in Public Libraries

de la Pena McCook, K., Bossaller, J. S., & Thomas, F. J. (2018). Introduction to public librarianship (3rd edition). ALA Neal-Schuman.

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