Featured website archive

These pages allow you to view past items from the "Featured website" section.

New online database of Irish public library buildings

Managed by An Chomhairle Leabharlanna (Library Council Ireland) this resource, www.librarybuildings.ie, aims to provide information about local authority public library buildings in Ireland.

Posted 14 Jul 2008


European Architecture

A great guide to Europe’s Modern Architecture, MIMOA allows users to publish projects, post comments and define favorites, with images and details of over 900 projects including libraries, museums and universities.

Posted 07 Jan 2008


Planning & Designing Technology-Rich Learning Spaces

Taken from our new Learning Spaces toolkit section. This JISC Infokit is a rich resource with case studies, images and a 'virtual tour'.

Posted 23 Aug 2007


axistive: Assistive Technology News Portal

A US based site that provides news, articles, product reviews and product and vendor information on hundreds of assistive technology devices.

Posted 17 May 2007


Gateway: helping librarians to help visually impaired people

Practical help and resources for librarians providing services to blind and partially sighted people.

Posted 06 Dec 2006


Sign Design Society

Excellent resource on signage. Formed to promote excellence in signing and wayfinding. Holds Sign Design Awards and produces the Sign Design Guide.

Posted 05 Oct 2006


Supplier selection toolkit

Provides a framework to develop knowledge, competence and confidence in commissioning commercial organisations to undertake work in the areas of digitisation.

Posted 22 May 2006


Creative Spaces

Methods and case studies from the Architecture Foundation Roadshow, which brought together residents and designers to think creatively about local sites.

Posted 27 Apr 2006


People Places

Includes planning guidance, recommended space standards, and case studies.

Posted 16 Feb 2006


US Library Buildings 2005

Highlighting 185 public projects.

Posted 12 Jan 2006


Libris Design Planning Documentation

A practical resource with information on lighting, cost estimating, sustainable design, signage and more.

Posted 29 Nov 2005


London Disability Network for Archives, Libraries and Museums

A new regional forum for discussion, partnership-building, consultation and action planning.

Posted 21 Nov 2005


About: Building Design

From the Design Council, with tips, FAQs, details of standards, articles, reading lists and more.

Posted 15 Nov 2005


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