Archive for May, 2011

BCI Library Circulation and Reference Desks for Modern Library Design

Thursday, May 26th, 2011

Concertina Desk Presentation

BCI Eurobib encourages architecture firms, interior designers, public library directors and children’s librarians to email (info@bcieurobib.com) their floor plans for a free evaluation and library planning suggestions. Our consultants will provide their expertise to advise on kids library furniture interiors, space planning ideas, and adherence to shelving and equipment budgets.

Related Website Links and Downloads:

Modern Library Counter Systems

Concertina Desk System Section

Concertina Desk Brochure

Concertina Desk Specifications

BCI Concertina Desk at Kent State University Library in Ohio

Concertina Desk Video at Bogert Elementary School Library in New Jersey

Concertina Desk System Facts, Design Information, and Pictures

Thursday, May 26th, 2011

BCI’s marketing department recently created the presentation below for architects interested in learning more about the Concertina Desk System – this highly flexible, height -adjustable and ADA compliant librarian workstation is a great fit in public, university and K-12 library settings.

Link to presentation on Slideshare

Link to presentation on Scribd

BCI Eurobib encourages architecture firms, interior designers, public library directors and children’s librarians to email (info@bcieurobib.com) their floor plans for a free evaluation and library planning suggestions. Our consultants will provide their expertise to advise on kids library furniture interiors, space planning ideas, and adherence to shelving and equipment budgets.

Related Website Links and Downloads:

Modern Library Counter Systems

Concertina Desk System Section

Concertina Desk Brochure

Concertina Desk Specifications

BCI Concertina Desk at Kent State University Library in Ohio

Concertina Desk Video at Bogert Elementary School Library in New Jersey

Modern Library Interior Design Facts For Steel Radius Shelving

Thursday, May 26th, 2011

There are (2) standard 60/30 Radius Steel Shelving Units:

12 Sections
Overall Diameter – 14.17’
Shelving Width – 26.18”
Widest opening – 67.71″
Radius – 26 degrees

18 Sections
Overall Diameter – 19.69’
Shelving Width – 25.98”
Widest opening – 71.34”
Radius – 18 degrees

Available Heights – 42”H, 48”H, 60”H, 66”H, 72”H, 78”H, 84”H and 90”H

We advise architects and interior designers with questions to please call (877) 224-7026 for assistance.  Local representation can by found on our dealer area within the website.  If your state/region does not have a designated contact, EMAIL BCI for more information.

Glenville Elementary School Selects BCI 60/30 Shelving System, Puzzle Tables & Stools

Monday, May 23rd, 2011

Project:  Glenville Elementary School Library

Location:  Greenwich, Connecticut

Design Firm:  Perkins Eastman – Link to Architect Project Profile

BCI Library Products Selected:  60/30 Shelving with Beechwood Canopy Tops & End Panels, Puzzle Tables & Stools, Softline Circulation Desk.

BCI Library Dealer:  Longo Associates (Longo Library Consultants)

Another upcoming installation for BCI in Connecticut to go along with our work at Fairfield Public Library, Three Rivers Community College, North Haven High School, Darien High School, Academy of Information Technology & Engineering and Ferguson Public Library.

Are you a school librarian professional working on a library project that has funding and in the schematic or design developement phase – email BCI (EMAIL BCI) with your floor plans and let us help design your library. BCI’s consultants are readily available to assist architects, interior designers and library directors with space planning ideas, furniture selection advise, and budgets.

To request a new BCI architectural binder, please email Janet Carnesale (jcarnesale@bcieurobib.com). The binder ships out 24-48 hours after official request has been submitted.

Related Website Information and Downloads:

BCI Website Link For 60/30 Classic Steel Library Shelving System

Download 60/30 Classic Steel Library Shelving System Brochure

BCI Website Link For Softline Circulation Desk

Download Softline Library Shelving System Brochure

BCI Website Link For Puzzle Table and Chairs

Download Puzzle Table and Chairs Brochure

Gothia Library Shelving Installation Photos

Monday, May 23rd, 2011

BCI Eurobib encourages architecture firms, interior designers, public library directors and children’s librarians to email (info@bcieurobib.com) their floor plans for a free evaluation and library planning suggestions. Our consultants will provide their expertise to advise on kids library furniture interiors, space planning ideas, and adherence to shelving and equipment budgets.

Gothia Steel Shelving with Wood End Panels and Canopy Tops

Wednesday, May 18th, 2011

Here is a recent installation of a BCI’s shelving system demonstrating the versatility Gothia as steel shelves are combined with wood end panels and wood canopy tops.

Related Website Links and Downloads:

Gothia Library Shelving

Gothia Library Shelving System Brochure

Gothia Library Shelving Specifications

Gothia Steel Library Shelving Color Options

Modern Library Seating Products Great For University and Public Library Environments

Wednesday, May 18th, 2011

BCI’s modern library furniture would not be complete without a dynamic line of seating products – see below our downloadable modern library seating brochure filled with beautiful, creative, and innovative furniture available in the U.S. and Canada:


BCI Softline Library Seating Catalog 2011

BCI Concertina Desk Coming to Kent State University

Tuesday, May 17th, 2011

Project: Kent State University Library
Location: Kent, Ohio
Product: BCI Concertina Circulation Desks

Delivering Summer 2011! Once BCI has updated marketing materials related to this project we will upload to the website. Below are some standard concertina desk configurations available with the front panel available in either perforated steel or wood.

Downloads:

Go to Concertina Desk Section

Download Concertina Desk Brochure

Beatties Ford Library with BCI’s Opal Shelving System

Tuesday, May 17th, 2011

Project: Beatties Ford Road Library

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina

Architecture Firm: The Freelon Group, Washington D.C.

BCI products found: Opal Shelving System

Project delivering and installing in Spring 2011. BCI will post once photos become available.

Related BCI Downloads & Links:

FREE LIBRARY DESIGN SERVICE

Go to Opal Shelving System

Download Opal Shelving System Brochure