Checklist of Library Building Design Considerations - Softcover

American Library Association

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0838935060 ISBN 13: 9780838935064

Publisher: ALA Editions, 2003

Synopsis

A checklist format walks library planners, librarians, architects, and members of the library design team through library buildings and facilities, spotlighting critical design and safety points. Covers everything from choosing an architect to compliance with ADA regulation, telecommunications and electrical equipment, and dealing with graffiti. New to this edition are sections on environmentally friendly design approaches, assessment of current facilities, alternatives to new construction, young adult and children's spaces, and technology advancements. Sannwald is involved in library design and development in San Diego. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

About this title

About the Author

William W. Sannwald is assistant to the City Manager for Library Design and Development is San Diego. Director of the San Diego Public Library from 1979 to 1997, he has been involved in the construction of more than 40 library buildings either as consultant or owner's representative. Sannwald is a prolific writer on the subjects of library architecture and management and received the highest honor from the San Diego chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA), the Irving Gill Award, for his contributions to library architecture.

Review

"Any librarian considering a major renovation or an entirely new library will find this moderately priced tool well worth getting and worn out from use when the work is done." ..".will go a long way toward eliminating those regrets often encountered after the construction crews have departed. Make sure your architect has a copy also...Recommended." "Anyone contemplating redesigning or building a library would be foolish not to take advantage of the assistance this book provides at such a reasonable cost." "A must-have resource for library planners, librarians, architects, and all members of the design team, the work should help everyone involved to evaluate the current space, analyse each design element as it relates to space and function in the library, make decisions ranging from shelving finishes to technology equipment, and satisfy the requirements of the disabled." "When Judy Blume says 'Bravo!' to an author in a book's foreword, librarians should take notice. And this very useful book certainly deserves the accolades that Blume gives."

Edition details

• Publisher: ALA Editions
• Publication date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0838935060
• ISBN 13: 9780838935064
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 183