Hello Collective Brain! Our Library is considering a refresh project consisting of: new paint, carpeting, furnishings, and (the biggie) all new shelving. If your own library has recently (past 5 years) undergone a similar project, could you share your experience? I've got a short list of questions below; feel free to either email me direct or give a call and we can connect conversationally. * Size (square foot) of library? * Did you close all or part of the library? What were decision factors? * How did you handle logistics of installing new shelving and boxing/unboxing of books? How much was handled by in-house staff versus hiring a 3rd party service? Approx cost? * Did you hire a project manager? Why/Not? Approx cost? Worth it? * What went really well? * What went badly? * What would you do differently? * What do you wish you would have known at the start of the project? Thank you in advance! Best, Jessica Ishmael Director Lincoln Township Public Library 2099 W John Beers Rd Stevensville, MI 49127 (269) 429-9575 ext 126