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"We Don't Do Public Libraries Like We Used to": Attitudes to Public Library Buildings in the UK at the Start of the 21st Century
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Black, Alistair – Journal of Librarianship and Information Science, 2011
Although the quality, performance and future of public library services in the UK is a matter of debate, there is little doubt that in recent years, despite claims relating to the emergence of a cyber-society, interest in library buildings and the library as "place" has been intense, almost matching that seen during the Carnegie era of…
Descriptors: Evidence, Interior Design, Library Facilities, Public Libraries
Carnegie Libraries of Canada.
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Beckman, Margaret; And Others – Canadian Library Journal, 1981
The architectural designs of 13 of Canada's 124 Carnegie libraries are briefly described with 17 photographs showing features of the buildings. (CHC)
Descriptors: Architectural Character, Building Design, Foreign Countries, Library Facilities
Library Construction in Finland.
Hirn, Sven – Adult Education in Finland, 1978
The author traces the growth of public library building in Finland, discusses the role of public subsidy legislation, and expresses the need for better library planning. (MF)
Descriptors: Architectural Character, Building Design, Design Requirements, Foreign Countries
Flexibility, Is That All?
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Renes, Wim M. – 1999
This paper discusses the design of flexible and intelligent library buildings. The first section addresses how flexibility, as one of the requirements of a library building, that has high priority in the planning process. Intelligent libraries are considered in the second section, and functionality is stressed. The third section examines…
Descriptors: Building Design, Design Preferences, Design Requirements, Foreign Countries
IYDP: One Library's Lasting Achievement.
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Johnston-Brown, Norma – Canadian Library Journal, 1982
Describes outreach services at the Calgary Public Library, Canada which are designed to meet the needs of disabled and elderly patrons. Space requirements, library equipment, staffing, and services offered are discussed. Five references are listed. (EJS)
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Building Design, Design Requirements, Facility Improvement
Library Building and Design.
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Jones, David J.; Gordon, Heather; Caddy, Julie; Kahlert, Maureen; Johnson, Carolyn; Holdstock, Fiona – inCite, 1997
More frequently, community connections are being expressed in library design briefs and reflected in the completed buildings. This collection of brief articles discusses community involvement in library design and services and describes library construction projects in Australia and Malaysia. Also, discusses community art programs, integrating…
Descriptors: Art, Building Design, Community Centers, Community Influence
Beyond the Blueprint.
Wiley, Peter Booth – Library Journal, 1997
Re-examines seven major public library central facilities that were built or renovated in the past six years, including Chicago (Illinois), Los Angeles (California), Denver (Colorado), Phoenix (Arizona), San Antonio (Texas) and Vancouver (British Columbia). Topics include coping with crowds; new uses for the libraries; reorganization of space;…
Descriptors: Branch Libraries, Budgets, Building Design, Facility Improvement
Time Capsules or Time Machines? Challenges for Public Library Buildings.
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Jones, David J. – Australian Library Journal, 1997
The design of new public library buildings is influenced by a changing information environment. This article describes the impact of information technology (IT) and community attitudes and expectations on public library planning and design. Outlines considerations for building design: location, identity, symbolism, ambiance, accessibility, size,…
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Building Design, Community Attitudes, Costs
IFLA General Conference, 1987. Division of Management and Technology. Library Building and Equipment Section. Information Technology Section. Papers.
International Federation of Library Associations, The Hague (Netherlands). – 1987
The six papers in this collection focus on library buildings and equipment and information technology: (1) "Library Equipment in a Changing Library Environment" (Margaret Beckman, Canada); (2) "The New Building for the British Library" (Colin St. John Wilson, United Kingdom); (3) "User Interaction with Online Catalogue" (Stephen Walker, United…
Descriptors: Building Design, Computer Software, Developed Nations, Fees