Public Library Buildings 1975 1983

Overzicht van openbare bibliotheken in Engeland

Planning a new or refurbished public library means considering not only facilities for collections, services, staff and users, but examining also the local context, reviewing the library image, and developing relationships with other community facilities and agencies. This book examines the entire gamut of challenges confronting the planning and development of contemporary public libraries; their mission, their roles, and key issues such as lifelong learning, social inclusion, community and cultural needs, regeneration and funding. The helpful presentation and readable style guides the librarian through the preliminary information-gathering and decision-making process that ensures a successful library building for all concerned. Using practical case studies, plans and photographs, the author tackles the critical issues of siting, size, plans and design concepts, and provides a helpful guide to weighing up the alternatives of refurbished, converted and new buildings. Separate chapters focus on the planning, briefing and construction process; security, safety and sustainability; key characteristics of successful buildings; identity, decor and signage; and interior layout and facilities. The text draws together a vast resource of real library examples from all over the world which provide best practice models and lessons to learn. For funding authorities, librarians and architects of public libraries this is a highly informative book that will help to ensure wise decision-making and prevent costly mistakes.

Recoge los trabajos presentados en el 8o Seminario sobre la planificación y diseño de edificios destinados a bibliotecas que tuvo lugar en Aberystwyth del 10 al 14 de agosto de 1987. Este seminario cuyo programa comprendía conferencias, debates y visitas a bibliotecas, tenía por objetivo el poner de manifiesto los conocimientos, experiencia e información requeridos por los bibliotecarios y arquitectos en orden a una participación efectiva en el planteamiento de la edificación y equipamiento de una biblioteca.

Consisting of 800 annotated entries covering from 1970 to 1988, this bibliography is arranged by type of library and by particular facility topics. Includes author and subject indexes. ...useful to librarians interested in library building, design, or renovation...also contains a generous number of documents that architects will find helpful in understanding library facility needs. --ARBA

A classic. Topics include resource-sharing networks, the importance of nonbook formats, the greater complexity of censorship challenges, and the expansion of the library's informational role.