To flesh out its new $300M renovation plan, the New York Public Library is looking at other newly renovated high-tech libraries around the country for inspiration. This could mean a freelancer workspace with 3D printers and laser cutters, or a fully digitized space with writable surfaces on walls and tables. Of course, some scholars already spoke out against having these modern amenities inside the landmarked Schwarzman building. [WSJ; previously]
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