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Central library refurbishment

photograph of library shelves

1. Before: Library entrance

photograph of library entrance

1. After: Library entrance

photograph of the central library counter

2. Before - Large initimidating old-fashioned counter

photograph of self-service machines

2. After: Modern New look self-service machines

Photograph of library shelves

3. Before: Cluttered/untidy area

Photograph of seating in the library

3. After: Spacious seating area

Photograph of library shelves

4. Before: Rows and rows of unappealing books

photograph of books on shelf

4. After: Attractive face out displays

Photograph of a cluttered desk

5. Before: Areas cluttered an untidy

Photograph of the self service machines

5. After: Welcome signs and no clutter

Photograph of the library enquiry desk

6. Before: Large, cluttered enquiry desk

photograph of the help desk

6. After: Smaller enquiry desks - staff ready to help

photograph of a book on a wall

7. Artwork on the wall above the self-service machines

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