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Dahlgren, Anders C.; Eigenbrodt, Olaf; Latimer, Karen; Romero, Santi – International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (NJ1), 2009
Based on the IFLA (International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions) Library Buildings and Equipment Section's Library Building Guidelines published in 2007, this short publication summarises the key points to take into consideration when designing a new or refurbished library building. The aim of the brochure is not to replace…
Descriptors: Library Facilities, Building Design, Guidelines, Facility Improvement
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Bryant, Joanna; Matthews, Graham; Walton, Graham – Journal of Librarianship and Information Science, 2009
A key area of debate within the public and academic library sectors across the world is use of physical space. Changing ideas about what a library should be, coupled with the growth of digital collections, has raised fundamental questions about how library buildings are used and the role of space in library services. Alongside these drivers is the…
Descriptors: Ethnography, Research Libraries, Academic Libraries, Library Services
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Morris, John – Canadian Library Journal, 1987
Describes the damage and salvage efforts resulting from the burning of the Los Angeles Central Library in 1986, and makes several recommendations for fire and arson prevention measures and contingency salvage plans. (CLB)
Descriptors: Alarm Systems, Building Design, Fire Protection, Library Facilities
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Holt, Raymond M. – Library Trends, 1987
Review of trends in public library buildings covers cycles in building activity; financial support; site selection; expansion, remodeling, or conversion of existing buildings; size of buildings; and such architectural concerns as flexible space, lighting, power, accommodation of computer systems, heat and ventilation, fire protection, security,…
Descriptors: Building Design, Futures (of Society), Library Automation, Library Facilities
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Waters, Bradley A.; Winters, Willis C. – Library Trends, 1987
Begins with an overview of the basic principles of light and light sources currently utilized in building design. Case studies of several successfully lit library buildings are presented and specific recommendations for the various functional requirements of a library are provided. (15 references) (MES)
Descriptors: Building Design, Facility Planning, Library Facilities, Library Planning
Chase, Bill – School Library Journal, 1990
Discusses the need for cooperation between librarians and architects during the design of library facilities. The balance between the character of a building and its ability to adequately meet actual needs is discussed, and it is suggested that librarians should concern themselves with the smallest details of the design process. (CLB)
Descriptors: Architects, Architectural Character, Building Design, Cooperative Planning
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McAdams, Nancy R. – Library Trends, 1987
Discusses broad trends in planning academic library buildings: (1) greater differentiation between storage and user space; (2) retention of existing facilities; (3) incremental growth; (4) tighter programming; (5) increased protection of life and property; (6) dispersal of formats and equipment; and (7) accommodation of nonlibrary functions. (20…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Building Design, Facility Planning, Futures (of Society)
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Pennybacker, Ed – Library Hi Tech, 1987
Discusses issues addressed by OCLC in the construction of its new headquarters. Original design criteria and a retrospective appraisal of solutions are presented in the following areas: (1) structural requirements; (2) environmental considerations; (3) utilities; (4) fire protection; (5) security; and (6) workspace design. Essential design issues…
Descriptors: Building Design, Climate Control, Facility Guidelines, Facility Planning
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Veatch, Lamar – Library Trends, 1987
Reviews four environmental design and environmental psychology concepts and summarizes their implications for library building planning: (1) privacy; (2) proxemics and personal space; (3) territoriality; and (4) ergonomics and human factors. (34 references) (MES)
Descriptors: Building Design, Facility Planning, Furniture Arrangement, Human Factors Engineering
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Fuhlrott, Rolf – College and Research Libraries, 1986
Discussion of underground buildings constructed primarily during last two decades for various reasons (energy conservation, density of environment, preservation of landscape and historic buildings) notes advantages, disadvantages, and psychological and design considerations. Examples of underground libraries, built mainly in United States, are…
Descriptors: Building Design, Building Innovation, Design Requirements, Facility Improvement
Woodward, Jeannette – 2000
This book outlines information needed to embark on a library building project, serving as an overview of the entire process, not merely focusing on the librarian's traditional role. The book begins by discussing ways librarians can prepare themselves and their staff to function effectively in the midst of a building project. Chapter 2 focuses on…
Descriptors: Building Conversion, Building Design, Building Plans, Construction (Process)
Sannwald, William W., Ed.; Smith, Robert S., Ed. – 1988
This checklist is designed to provide librarians, architects, and other members of a building design team with a list of questions to ask during the design phase of a new or remodeled library building project. The purpose of the questions is to make sure that no element of the building is overlooked by the building design team in their programming…
Descriptors: Architecture, Building Design, Check Lists, Design Requirements
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Dubin, Fred – Library Trends, 1987
Discusses the following aspects of the design of mechanical and electrical systems to meet the various requirements of libraries: (1) library planning teams; (2) raised floors; (3) lighting considerations; (4) air quality; (5) acoustics; and (6) climate controls. The importance of adaptability to meet future needs is stressed. (MES)
Descriptors: Acoustical Environment, Building Design, Building Systems, Climate Control
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Allen, Walter C. – Library Trends, 1987
This extensive bibliography on library building includes 15 categories: bibliography; background; general; planning teams; building programs; alternatives to new buildings; academic libraries; public libraries; school libraries; special libraries; site selection; interior planning and equipment; maintenance; security; and moving. (MES)
Descriptors: Architecture, Building Conversion, Building Design, Construction Programs
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Lushington, Nolan – Library Trends, 1987
Draws some initial connections between library performance measures and library space planning and collection management. Output measure surveys are suggested for establishing hierarchies of use and appropriate design of environments for housing the collection. Four references are listed. (MES)
Descriptors: Building Design, Evaluation Criteria, Facility Planning, Facility Utilization Research
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