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Demas, Sam; Scherer, Jeffrey A. – American Libraries, 2002
Discusses library buildings and their role in building community. Reviews current design trends, including reading and study spaces; collaborative workspaces; technology-free zones; archives and special collections; cultural events spaces; age-specific spaces; shared spaces; natural light and landscapes; and interior design trends. (LRW)
Descriptors: Age Groups, Archives, Building Design, Cultural Activities
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
Peer reviewedMurphy, Tish – Public Libraries, 1999
A library-furnishings consultant explains important factors to keep in mind when selecting furnishings: demographics; dimensions and budgets; how the interior should look (standard versus customized furnishings and best materials); and electrical considerations (wire management and safe electrical connections). (AEF)
Descriptors: Budgets, Decision Making, Furniture, Furniture Design
Peer reviewedToombs, Kenneth E. – Journal of Library Administration, 1992
Reviews the history of architectural developments in academic libraries. Highlights include natural lighting and the invention of the incandescent bulb; compact shelving; open versus closed stacks; modular construction methods; central air conditioning and controlled environments; interior arrangements; access to handicapped users and staff; and…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Accessibility (for Disabled), Architecture, Climate Control
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
Bazillion, Richard J. – American Libraries, 2001
Discussion of building new library facilities focuses on reflections of what could be done differently after a building is completed, based on experiences at Winona State University. Topics include windows; emergency exits; wired study furniture for portable computing; rest rooms; compact shelving; OPAC terminals; elevators; and functionality.…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Educational Facilities Planning, Furniture Design, Higher Education
Dewe, Michael – 1995
Now that fewer libraries are being built, it is particularly important to maximize space in the buildings available, and to ensure that library plans are determined by the needs of users. This book introduces the concept of space as a resource available to the library manager, along with stock, staff, and finance, which need managing in the same…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Case Studies, Children, Childrens Libraries
