The diagram below shows the floor plan of a public library 20 years ago and how it looks now.

The map demonstrates how a public

library

has changed over the 20 years. As can be seen from the diagram, the

overall

area of the

library

has been unchangeable.

Nonetheless

, the internal facilities have been rebuilt over the period shown. 20 years ago, a couple of tables and 16 chairs were placed at the

center

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of the building to help visitors rest, but they have been removed presently. On the left of the main gate, there used to be a reading

room

, which included newspapers and magazines;

however

, it is the computer

room

now. Next to it, there was a spacious space for adult fiction

books

, which are currently reduced in size and replaced by all reference

books

in the public

library

. At the top left corner was the entertainment section with CDs, videos, and computer games.

Nonetheless

, at the moment,

this

room

consists of fiction

books

and organizes storytelling events for children.

Additionally

, two sofas are put into the

room

for the young audience. In the past, an enquiry desk was on the right side of the entrance, where people could purchase tickets, return

books

, and use other services. Nowadays,

this

area has been converted into a café. Next to the café, there is an ample space dedicated to different visitor services, including adult fiction

books

, a reception desk, and self-service machines.

Nevertheless

, 20 years ago,

this

part of the

library

was only used for adult non-fiction

books

. At the top right corner was a place for children reading

books

, yet it has currently been utilized to study and present lessons.