Main entry:

Schlipf, Frederick A., author.

Title & Author:

The practical handbook of library architecture : creating building spaces that work / Fred Schlipf, Joe Huberty, John A. Moorman.

Edition:

Second edition.

Publication:

Chicago : ALA Editions, 2024.

Description:

xvi, 761 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm

Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Nearly endless observations on good library design -- More than 250 snappy rules for good and evil in library architecture -- Essentials of good library design -- The basic configuration of successful library spaces -- Evaluating library buildings by walking around -- Dysfunctional designs -- From overcrowding to ribbon cutting -- Essential teamwork -- Building programs -- Hiring an architect -- Site selection -- Design -- Accessibility -- Surface and materials -- Building codes -- Bidding -- Construction -- Remodeling and expanding library buildings -- Converting non-library buildings to public libraries -- Shared buildings -- Building costs -- Funding -- Essential spaces all libraries need -- User seating -- Collection storage and display -- Public service desks -- Program, activity, and study rooms -- Display and exhibit areas -- Restrooms -- Staff workrooms -- Staff facilities -- Storerooms -- Technical issues -- Elevators, staircases, railings, and ramps -- Lighting -- Electrical systems -- HVAC -- Plumbing systems -- Security -- Insurance.

Summary:

"Now, with experienced library architect Huberty onboard to contribute his own expertise, the second edition comprises an even more focused and accessible handbook. It covers everything from planning completely new library buildings to small remodeling projects. With a dash of humor the authors point out many common dysfunctional ideas that have managed to permeate library buildings, using them to guide readers towards adhering to functional essentials of library design at every step in the process. Packed with lists and headings to allow for easy scanning, this resource: offers expanded information on several topics, such as healthy building designs, accessibility for users with disabilities, construction management, and acoustics; provides nuts-and-bolts guidance on the entire process of planning, design, and construction, including "snappy rules" summarizing each chapter; explains how library buildings actually function as objects, and how that applies to library design; shows how to collaborate productively with planners, architects, and contractors; discusses the technical needs of basic library spaces, including collection storage, user seating, meeting and conference rooms, craft rooms, study areas, service desks, restrooms, and staff workspaces; and includes updated consideration of technical requirements relating to HVAC, lighting, energy conservation, security and insurance, elevators, staircases, and other areas."-- Provided by publisher.

ISBN:

9780838939666 (paperback ; second edition)
083893966X (paperback ; second edition)
pbk
9780838915530
0838915531

Subject:

Library architecture Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Library buildings Design and construction Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Library fittings and supplies Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Library architecture United States Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Library buildings United States Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Architecture des bibliothèques Guides, manuels, etc.
Bibliothèques Appareils et matériel Guides, manuels, etc.
Architecture des bibliothèques États-Unis Guides, manuels, etc.
Bibliothèques (Édifices) États-Unis Guides, manuels, etc.
libraries (buildings)
Library architecture
Library buildings
Library buildings Design and construction
Library fittings and supplies
United States

Form/genre:

handbooks.
Handbooks and manuals
Guides et manuels.

Added entries:

Huberty, Joe, author.
Moorman, John A., author.

Holdings:

Location: Library main 320226
Call No.: 320226
Copy: 1
Status: Available