Does a standard exist for the ideal proportion of public spaces compared to
support spaces in a non-collecting art gallery?  We are helping a small
gallery in assessing its potential, and need to be able to suggest to them
a way to plan for future growth.  If they have x amount of public space
(galleries, lecture hall, etc.), how much support space (offices, workshop,
storage, etc.) should they plan to have?  Is there a formula which can be
applied?  We are seeking the ideal proportion here, not the reality most of
us have to face.  Any thoughts would be appreciated.


Beverly Balger
Registrar
Palmer Museum of Art, Penn State