History, Trends, and Design Criteria for the Ideal Library
p. 3
The Planning Process
An Overview of the Planning Process
p. 21
The Needs Assessment
p. 35
The Library Program Document
p. 47
The Architect and Architectural Work
p. 55
Site Selection and General Design Considerations
p. 73
Review of Plans
p. 85
The Planning of Specific Functional Areas
Parking, Entry, and Circulation
p. 91
Browsing and Magazine Display Areas
p. 101
Reference Services
p. 109
Material Storage
p. 117
Special Spaces for Children and Teens
p. 131
Meeting Rooms
p. 143
Administration and Staff Work Areas
p. 149
Climate Control, Staff Lounge, and Restrooms
p. 157
Computer Areas
p. 161
Graphics, Lighting, and Chairs
p. 171
Quick Improvements
p. 183
Library Design Source Box
Post Occupancy Evaluation Criteria
p. 189
Model Template for Library Specifications
p. 191
Sample of a Spreadsheet Showing Areas, Materials, and Seats
p. 191
Samples of Functional Area Sheets
p. 192
Steel Book Stack Specifications
p. 215
Library Equipment Suppliers
p. 221
Resources and Further Reading
p. 235
Index
p. 241
About the Author
p. 247
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