Featured resource archiveThese pages allow you to view past items from the "Featured resource" section. Delivering planning contributions for public libraries and local authority archive servicesMLA have published a new report "Public Libraries, Archives and New Development: A Standard Charge Approach", to help local authorities ensure that the right planning guidance is in place to raise funds for libraries and archives. It can be downloaded or ordered from the MLA website. Posted 14 Jul 2008 Design GuidanceA new resource from LSC the Design Guidance website was developed to provide guidance and support for all those interested in quality solutions to support the learning process. With everything from case studies, to articles on sustainability, being a client, the design process, construction and feasibility. Posted 07 Jan 2008 Designed for LearningTaken from our new School Libraries toolkit section. The Designed for Learning: School Libraries DVD aims to contribute to the design and development of visually stunning, fit for purpose libraries. Posted 20 Aug 2007 Gender Equality DutySince April UK public authorities have been subject to a new Gender Equality Duty. A short guide has been prepared by CyMAL, highlighting how it may affect museums archives and libraries. Posted 17 May 2007 Museums and Art Galleries: Making Existing Buildings AccessibleConfronts the dilemmas faced in making historic buildings more inclusive in response to contemporary access standards and regulations. It generates a set of guidelines specific to museums and art galleries. Cave, A., RIBA Publishing, January 2007, £35.00 Posted 05 Apr 2007 Classical Library Buildings of the WorldThis recently published book displays the architectural styles and features of 47 classical library buildings from 22 countries. For ordering details Posted 06 Dec 2006 Chartered Institute of Building Services EngineersPublications include 'Natural ventilation in non-domestic buildings', 'Environmental design' and Designing buildings for daylight'. Available to buy online. Posted 09 Nov 2006 Guidelines on preservation and conservationMore guidelines and standards have been added on preservation and conservation. Posted 25 Sep 2006 New Section: Guidelines and StandardsWe have added an extensive new section to our toolkit: guidelines and standards on all types of library design. Further additions to be made in the coming weeks. Posted 13 Jul 2006 Pick of the design cropLibrary By Design selects the best in recent furnishings and design solutions. (US based) Posted 14 Jun 2006 Library Design as MarketingInspirational use of space is an expression of vision and provides a great marketing opportunity, says Angela Dove. (Dove, A., Library + Information Update 5 (3), (April 2006)) Posted 27 Apr 2006 Libraries and Learning Resources CentresExamines the changing role and design of library buildings. (Edwards B, Fisher B, Woburn, 2001, 288 pp) Posted 16 Feb 2006 Designing space for knowledge workLibrarians have a key design role, says Angela Dove. Posted 12 Jan 2006 The Unwritten Rules of Library Contruction.A Journal paper by Hart, J.C., Arkansas Libr. 61, no. 4 (Winter 2004): 30-32. Posted 20 Dec 2005 What's your sign?Looks at the importance of signage as libraries increasingly leave patrons on their own. Winkelstien, W., Library Journal, US, March 2005. Posted 08 Dec 2005 Making Access HappenA booklet exploring practical initiatives to accommodate library users with disabilities. From Library Council Ireland / The Equality Authority. Posted 21 Nov 2005 British Library/Building ZonesProduct Guide to the WIFI Furniture trial, 17 January to 11 March 2005. Posted 15 Nov 2005 |
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