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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)
Download full textJarkon, Joe; Fitzpatrick, Vicki, Ed. – 1992
This publication describes the Andrew Heiskell Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped, a regional library for the National Library Service (NLS) example of the creative use of physical space and innovative technology. The publication focuses on the materials-handling system designed for the new facility, including system design…
Descriptors: Appropriate Technology, Building Conversion, Building Design, Disabilities
Cheatham, Bertha M.; Knackstedt, Mary – School Library Journal, 1981
Describes the reasons for selecting the vacated Derry Township Intermediate School building for the public library in Hershey, PA. (CHC)
Descriptors: Building Conversion, Costs, Facility Improvement, Facility Requirements
Parry, Norm – American Libraries, 1997
Describes how a historic church building in New Woodstock, New York was converted into a full-service modern library. Discusses community support and patron involvement in the project, the design plan which retained the historical integrity and satisfied modern requirements, funding from local contributions, spatial arrangements, and provisions…
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Architectural Character, Building Conversion, Building Design
McCabe, Gerard B. – 1980
This article provides suggestions for librarians who are planning for the construction of new library buildings or the renovation or conversion of older buildings. The recommendations are based on practical experience gained by a Director of University Libraries in the planning and construction of Tompkins-McCaw and James Branch Cabell Libraries…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Architecture, Building Conversion, Building Design
Metz, T. John; And Others – American Libraries, 1987
Descriptions of facility planning and design for a college library, a public library, and a community college library highlight those design features that have worked well and those that have not. Ways to facilitate the design process are suggested, and six additional library renovation projects are briefly described. (CLB)
Descriptors: Building Conversion, Building Design, College Libraries, Design Requirements
Holt, Raymond M., Ed. – 1976
This volume presents the proceedings of the preconference institute of the Architecture for Public Libraries Committee of Library Administration Division's Building and Equipment section. The keynote address raises questions about architecture in a strategy for change. The remaining 14 articles and presentations are divided into five sections:…
Descriptors: Architecture, Building Conversion, Building Design, Conference Reports
