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Peer reviewedJacob, Bernard; Morphew, Carol – Public Libraries, 1997
Because community libraries are becoming centers of suburban and "exurban" activity, quiet study rooms are being constructed for customers intent on concentrated study. Discusses functional (size, location, furniture) and physical (acoustic, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, lighting, electronic support) considerations of quiet…
Descriptors: Acoustics, Air Conditioning, Facility Guidelines, Furniture
Peer reviewedPerry, Karen – North Carolina Libraries, 1997
Discusses factors in redesigning school library media centers: electronic resources, electricity, furniture, lighting, and acoustics. Presents a case study of Wake County (North Carolina) Schools and describes the county standards for media center design and renovation for elementary, middle, and high schools. (PEN)
Descriptors: Acoustical Environment, Case Studies, Educational Equipment, Electricity
Peer reviewedCohen, Elaine – Library Trends, 1994
Explains the planning process in designing effective library facilities and discusses library building requirements that result from electronic information technologies. Highlights include historical structures; Americans with Disabilities Act; resource allocation; electrical power; interior spaces; lighting; design development; the roles of…
Descriptors: Architects, Costs, Electrical Systems, Electronic Libraries
