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Evans, G. Edward; And Others – 1969
This report outlines the requirements for a comprehensive, objective, and integrated guide to design of library physical facilities. It then presents a research plan directed at development of three products: (1) an authoritative catalog of the present knowledge of library functions, elements, and techniques of design as they relate to library…
Descriptors: Building Design, Facility Guidelines, Libraries, Library Facilities
Mason, Ellsworth – Library Journal, 1966
A library building program is a reference handbook for the architects to use throughout their planning. It should contain--(1) table of contents, (2) index, (3) summary lists of space requirements, and (4) other useful summaries. The purpose of the program is to define the library building for the architect as interacting separate units of the…
Descriptors: Building Design, Construction Programs, Design Requirements, Facility Guidelines
Oringdulph, Robert E.; And Others – Library Administration & Management, 1990
Six articles discuss library buildings and construction: (1) library buildings and their parts; (2) the North Campus Library of California State University at Long Beach in 1995; (3) new structures for teaching libraries; (4) construction standards for California public libraries; (5) Sick (Library) Building Syndrome; and (6) using focus-group…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Building Design, Facility Guidelines, Futures (of Society)
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Wisconsin Univ., Madison. ERIC Clearinghouse on Educational Facilities. – 1970
This bibliography contains a selected reference list of publications of interest to architects, library planners, and librarians contemplating the planning, programing, and/or design of library facilities. Each reference is followed by a listing of ERIC descriptors that describe its contents. The items are listed in six sections: (1) library…
Descriptors: Automation, Bibliographies, Building Design, Carrels
Sweet, Donald G. – Library Administration & Management, 1992
Following a brief account of his career as facilities planning officer for the Penn State University Libraries and library building consultant, this interview with William S. Pierce focuses on library facilities. Highlights include the importance of the workplace environment for library effectiveness, funding, attractiveness vs. functionality, the…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Building Design, Consultants, Facility Guidelines
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Wells, Marianna; Young, Rosemary – Special Libraries, 1994
Provides a blueprint of details to consider and actions to undertake when planning and moving a library. It examines space needs, spatial design elements, requirements for reader stations, collections, and new technology; provides suggestions for master planning and siting; and gives tips on how to successfully move into a new facility. (Contains…
Descriptors: Building Design, Design Requirements, Facility Guidelines, Facility Planning
Quinn, Judy – Library Journal, 1992
Describes the design plans for San Francisco Public Library's new Main Library. Highlights include administrative issues, including the role of branch libraries; funding; technology, both for the building itself and for the collections; accessibility for the physically impaired; special collections; and future plans, including an integrated…
Descriptors: Branch Libraries, Building Design, Facility Guidelines, Futures (of Society)
Missouri State Dept. of Elementary and Secondary Education, Jefferson City. Div. of Vocational Education. – 1984
This publication is designed to assist school administrators, architects, boards of education, and others in Missouri in planning and providing facilities for departments of vocational agriculture. The first part of the guide provides information on characteristics of vocational agriculture related to facility needs; general considerations;…
Descriptors: Agricultural Education, Building Design, Building Plans, Buildings
Lankford, Mary D. – School Library Journal, 1994
Examines issues that librarians need to address when remodeling or designing school libraries. Topics discussed include the librarian's role in decision making; cost considerations; evaluation of present services as well as future needs; the importance of communication; location; library technology; furniture; and the role of architects and…
Descriptors: Building Design, Communication (Thought Transfer), Cost Effectiveness, Decision Making