Real and virtual segments of modern library space

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to review the considerations necessary in developing modern library spaces. Design/methodology/approach Both internal and external segments of library space are analyzed from the positions of their physical availability to users, services offered and future prospects. Findings The findings indicate that the library space consists of two segments: internal and external. Internal space is physical space with traditional documents and services, and the external segment is physically intangible virtual space dealing with virtual services using electronic resources. Originality/value The two segments of library space have not previously been considered together in one paper. Also, virtual library resources and services, in respect of relating them to the certain segment of library space, have not been considered previously.