Architects met with library administrators at De Anza College on May 14 to discuss a planned renovation that will ultimately lead to partial closures of the building between August 2014 and July 2015.

Noll & Tam Architects is in the design phase of the $6.2 million project, according to an email from Pippa Gibson, executive assistant in finance and educational resources.

The designers’ goals involve structural changes for earthquake safety, multimedia support upgrades to existing classrooms, reducing the wind-tunnel effect in the main entrance, and improving the heating, ventilation and air conditioning system, Gibson wrote.

Additions to the library will include reference desks, a copy room, a lounge and additional study rooms.

The designers will also make minor aesthetic changes including removing the old carpet and adding new paint and light fixtures, said library coordinator Tom Dolen.

Some new rooms will be glass-enclosed for a more modern feel, he said.

During the project duration, “parts of [the library] will be closed for part of the time,” Dolen said. Most likely, the main building will be shut down.

Dolen said resources will still be available, although a librarian may be required to access books.

Learning Center West may serve as a temporary library, although it might not be available the entire academic year, Dolen said. E-books will still be available.

The project is funded by Measure C, a $490.8 million bond that was passed on June 6, 2006, to enable the district to repair and upgrade facilities.