Checklist of library building design considerations
2009
Book
Guides librarians and other members of a building design team through the stages of the design process. The checklist format provides a clear, concise way of itemizing the issues, helping your construction project run as smoothly as possible!
Item Details
ISBN: 9780838909782
Edition: Fifth edition.
Description: viii, 211 pages ; 28 cm
Notes: Includes bibliographical references(pages 205-211).
Contents:
- Building planning and architecture
- Library site selection
- Sustainable design
- General exterior considerations
- Interior organization of library buildings
- Compliance with ADA accessibility guidelines
- Telecommunications, electrical, and miscellaneous equipment
- Interior design and finishes
- Materials handling and storage : book stacks and shelving
- Building systems
- Safety and security
- Maintenance of library buildings and property
- Building occupancy and post-occupancy evaluation
- Groundbreaking and dedication ceremonies.
LCCN: 2008030265
Control Number: 227618
Publisher: Chicago : American Library Association, 2009.Subjects: Library architecture -- United States.