Discover Enhanced Comfort: Your Guide to the Sensory Space at Sprague Library

Seeking a tranquil and focused environment on campus? The Sensory Space at Sprague Library offers enhanced comfort for neurodivergent individuals and anyone needing a peaceful retreat. Similar to the Zen Den in Life Hall, this dedicated space provides a unique opportunity to relax and recharge amidst the bustling university environment.

Located in Room 030 on the lower level of Sprague Library, within the Multimedia area, the Sensory Space is thoughtfully designed to prioritize enhanced comfort and create a secure and soothing atmosphere. Librarian Drew Wallace and Facilities Project Manager Kathryn Lansinger expertly collaborated to bring this vision to life, ensuring every detail contributes to a comfortable and accessible experience.

One of the key features contributing to the enhanced comfort of this space is the acoustic paneling that lines the walls. This thoughtful addition significantly reduces ambient noise, creating a calmer and more focused environment. Furthermore, users can customize the lighting levels to perfectly suit their sensory preferences, maximizing their comfort and control within the space.

Experience Enhanced Comfort with Specialized Features

The Sensory Space is equipped with a range of features specifically chosen to promote enhanced comfort and cater to diverse needs:

Privacy Study Chairs: Your Personal Comfort Zone

Three acoustically insulated privacy chairs are central to the enhanced comfort offered. These chairs provide individual cocoons for focused work, study, or quiet relaxation. Each chair is designed as a personal comfort zone, featuring:

• Integrated, Moveable Desk: A convenient workspace that adjusts to your needs.
• Adjustable Brightness Work Lamp: Personalized lighting to minimize eye strain and maximize comfort.
• Noise-Canceling Headphones: Immerse yourself in silence or your chosen audio, further enhancing comfort by minimizing distractions.
• Multiple Outlets: Keep your devices charged and ready, ensuring uninterrupted comfort and productivity.

Lounge Chairs: Relax and Recharge in Enhanced Comfort

For a more relaxed posture, two fleece-lined bucket-style lounge chairs offer exceptional enhanced comfort. Ideal for reading, contemplation, or simply unwinding, these chairs come with:

• Matching Footrest: Elevate your feet and enhance your relaxed posture for ultimate comfort.
• Adjustable Brightness Work Lamp: Similar to the privacy chairs, personalized lighting contributes to visual comfort.
• Noise-Canceling Headphones: Block out distractions and immerse yourself in a peaceful soundscape, maximizing auditory comfort.
• Multiple Outlets: Stay connected and powered up while enjoying enhanced comfort.

Yoga Mats and Cushions: Grounded Comfort and Flexibility

To cater to diverse preferences and needs for enhanced comfort, yoga mats and cushions are available. These allow users to:

• Engage in Meditation or Yoga: Find inner peace and physical comfort on the provided mats.
• Create Comfortable Floor Seating: Combine mats and cushions for a grounded and flexible seating option, enhancing comfort for those who prefer floor level.

Noise-Canceling Headphones: Auditory Comfort and Focus

Noise-canceling headphones are a readily available tool for achieving enhanced comfort by minimizing auditory distractions. These headphones offer:

• Ambient Noise Reduction: Effectively block out library noise, promoting a calmer and more focused state.
• Sound Isolation: Create a personal sound bubble, free from external auditory interruptions, enhancing comfort and concentration.
• Auxiliary Port Compatibility: Listen to your own music or media for personalized auditory comfort and relaxation.

Fidget Toys: Tactile Comfort and Stress Relief

Fidget toys are provided to offer tactile stimulation and promote enhanced comfort through stress and anxiety reduction. These simple tools can:

• Promote Relaxation: Engage your senses in a calming way, easing tension and promoting comfort.
• Improve Focus: Channel restless energy, aiding concentration and enhancing cognitive comfort.
• Provide Positive Stimulation: Offer a discreet and helpful way to manage sensory input and enhance overall comfort.

The Sensory Space is open to all library users with a NetID, inviting everyone to experience enhanced comfort and utilize these resources. Book your space today through the online reservation system and discover a new level of comfort and focus on campus. For any questions or suggestions, please contact Building Services Manager Jarreau Henderson at [email protected] or the Front Desk at 973-655-4288 or [email protected].