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Isacco, Jeanne M. – Library Journal, 1985
Reports on problems involved in staff workspace design--impact of environment on behavior, productivity, and job satisfaction--and relates issues to library workplace (level of staff, type and size of library). Herzberg Theory, Hawthorne Effect, and findings of Buffalo Organization for Social and Technological Innovation are highlighted. (15…
Descriptors: Building Design, Design Requirements, Job Performance, Job Satisfaction
Wiley, Peter Booth – Library Journal, 1997
Re-examines seven major public library central facilities that were built or renovated in the past six years, including Chicago (Illinois), Los Angeles (California), Denver (Colorado), Phoenix (Arizona), San Antonio (Texas) and Vancouver (British Columbia). Topics include coping with crowds; new uses for the libraries; reorganization of space;…
Descriptors: Branch Libraries, Budgets, Building Design, Facility Improvement
Rohlf, Robert H. – School Library Journal, 1990
Discusses the need for cooperative planning in the design of library facilities and describes the roles of the library director, library staff, architects, engineers, and consultants in the planning process. The role of children's librarians in identifying the special needs of children is emphasized. A checklist for planning spaces for children's…
Descriptors: Architects, Building Design, Check Lists, Childrens Libraries
