Description |
1 online resource |
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text file |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
Contents |
Part I. Basics of the Library Construction Process -- Basic Building Configuration -- Programming -- Hiring Architects -- Site Selection -- The Design and Construction Process -- Funding -- Remodeling vs. New Construction -- Converting Non-Library Spaces -- Part II. Characteristics of Successful Library Buildings -- Accessibility -- Acoustics -- Efficient Operation -- Electrical Wiring -- Elevators and Staircases -- Expandability -- Flexibility -- Furniture -- HVAC Systems -- Lighting -- Meeting and Program Rooms -- Plumbing -- Security -- Service Desks -- Shelving -- Staff Workspaces -- Storage Spaces -- Good and Bad Ideas in Library Architecture |
Summary |
"This book covers the essential basics of the library construction process and how to construct successful library buildings"-- Provided by publisher. |
Local Note |
eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America |
Subject |
Library architecture -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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Library architecture. |
Genre/Form |
Handbooks and manuals.
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Library buildings -- Design and construction -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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Library buildings -- Design and construction. |
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Library buildings. |
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Library fittings and supplies -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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Library fittings and supplies. |
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Library architecture -- United States -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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United States. |
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Library buildings -- United States -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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Library fittings and supplies -- United States -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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Handbooks and manuals.
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Other Form: |
Print version: Schlipf, Frederick A.. Constructing library buildings that work Chicago : ALA Editions, 2020. 9780838947586 (DLC) 2020015691 |
ISBN |
9780838947630 kindle edition |
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0838947638 kindle dition |
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9780838947623 electronic book |
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083894762X electronic book |
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9780838947616 electronic book |
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0838947611 electronic book |
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9780838947586 paperback |
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