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Peer reviewedMcAdams, Nancy R. – Library Trends, 1987
Discusses broad trends in planning academic library buildings: (1) greater differentiation between storage and user space; (2) retention of existing facilities; (3) incremental growth; (4) tighter programming; (5) increased protection of life and property; (6) dispersal of formats and equipment; and (7) accommodation of nonlibrary functions. (20…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Building Design, Facility Planning, Futures (of Society)
Peer reviewedKaser, David – College and Research Libraries, 1984
Review of academic library planning developments highlights modular design concept prevalent in 1960s. Problem areas (irregular shapes, interior or exterior courts, monumentality, too much or too little glass) and the use atria, designer lighting, monumental effects, and unusual shapes to relieve perceived monotony are discussed. Five sources are…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Design Requirements, Facility Planning, Higher Education
