
Libraries and Learning Resource Centres
Architectural Press
Published on 7. November 2001
Book
Hardback
248 pages
978-0-7506-4605-5 (ISBN)
Description
This comprehensive reference examines the changing role and design of library buildings, using a critical examination of recent examples from around the world. The authors, who represent the views of the architect and the client, outline the history and changing typology of the library. They examine the new national, public, academic and specialist libraries using numerous international examples including Sri Lanka, Vancouver, Johannesburg, Paris and London. New design advice and technical data is presented to illustrate the many approaches that designers have taken in creating a building with many diverse functions. The book concludes with speculations about the future of the library as a place for storing, reflecting upon and exchanging knowledge. Libraries are undergoing fundamental change as new technology liberates the library from its dependence upon the written word. Increasingly libraries are seen as learning resource centres with a smooth interface between computer-based access and traditional book and journal material.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Oxford
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
Approx. 200 illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 276 mm
Width: 219 mm
Weight
1105 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7506-4605-5 (9780750646055)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Author of ten books on architecture, his main concern is with design innovation and environmental issues in architecture and urban design. He has published three books with Architectural Press (Butterworth-Heinemann) and is the author of over 200 journal articles from The Architectural Review to The Architects' Journal and Urban Design Quarterly. Brian Edwards draws upon several years in practise as an architect or urban planner in his research, writing and teaching. He currently serves on the RIBA Energy and Environment Committee and is a member of Kirklees Council's Sustainable Development Agenda 21 group.
Content
Introduction: Part one: Planning the library; Form and meaning in library design; Location and site factors; Planning the library. Part two: Design of the library; Space design; Impact of new technology; Technical and engineering design; Refurbishment. Part three: Detailed Design; Shelving, lighting and room layout; Finishes and materials; Accommodating different types of library material. Part four: Types of library; The national library; The public library; The university library; The specialist library. Part five: Library of the future; The future.