ISBN: 9780838947616

Description:

• 1 online resource
• text file

Notes:

• Electronic book.
• Electronic reproduction. Chicago American Library Association 2020 Available via World Wide Web.

Contents:

• Part I. Basics of the Library Construction Process
• Basic Building Configuration
• Programming
• Hiring Architects
• Site Selection
• The Design and Construction Process
• Funding
• Remodeling vs. New Construction
• Converting Non-Library Spaces
• Part II. Characteristics of Successful Library Buildings
• Accessibility
• Acoustics
• Efficient Operation
• Electrical Wiring
• Elevators and Staircases
• Expandability
• Flexibility
• Furniture
• HVAC Systems
• Lighting
• Meeting and Program Rooms
• Plumbing
• Security
• Service Desks
• Shelving
• Staff Workspaces
• Storage Spaces
• Good and Bad Ideas in Library Architecture

Control Number: 3062417

Subjects:

• Library architecture -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
• Library architecture -- United States -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
• Library buildings -- Design and construction -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
• Library buildings -- United States -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
• Library fittings and supplies -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
• Library fittings and supplies -- United States -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.

Genre:

• Electronic books.
• Handbooks and manuals.

Other Authors:

• OverDrive, Inc., distributor.
• Overdrive.