II. LITERATURE REVIEW The review of literature includes a synopsis of why libraries are changing, third places and the trend of 'libraries as place,' and the development of the student learning commons within the university library. When applicable, the review includes how libraries are relevant in academia today. The final topic discussed is the design implications of private and quiet environments, in both general interior design terms and as a specific design feature in libraries. Research studies on libraries are presented throughout the literature review, and the findings are discussed in detail.
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