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Peer reviewedSager, Don, Ed. – Public Libraries, 2000
Four contributing authors discuss perspectives on current trends in library interior design. Articles include: "Trends in Library Furnishings: A Manufacturer's Perspective" (Andrea Johnson); "Libraries, Architecture, and Light: The Architect's Perspective" (Rick McCarthy); "The Library Administrator's Perspective" (Chadwick Raymond); and "The…
Descriptors: Design Preferences, Design Requirements, Interior Design, Libraries
Crooks, Joyce M. – Library Journal, 1983
The formulation of a design for a library reference desk is discussed, basic planning considerations, height, and measurements of the desk, lighting and chairs, placement of the desk, prebuilt components, and evaluation. A six-item bibliography is included. (EJS)
Descriptors: Design Requirements, Furniture Arrangement, Furniture Design, Human Factors Engineering
Woodward, Jeannette – American Libraries, 1999
Focuses on selecting appropriate furnishings, floorings, and surfaces for a new library. Discusses appropriate color schemes; carpeting; protecting wood surfaces with polyurethane, user-friendly furniture, and flexible staff workstations. (AEF)
Descriptors: Building Design, Carpeting, Color Planning, Design Preferences
