toolkit
Keynotes:
Planning, design and construction
- Better by Design - building solutions (UK)
Khan, A., Warwickshire County Council.
Talk given by Ayub Khan at the Umbrella 2005 Conference. Available as pdf. [Conference Presentation] - Building Centre (UK)
Specifically a source of information for the construction industry. It is the established focal point covering all aspects of architecture and design, construction and planning. [link] - Building Futures (UK)
Aims to inspire, stimulate and facilitate discussion on the future of the built environment and its impact on society [link] - Canadian Centre for Architecture (Canada)
An international research centre and museum devoted to architecture with a library devoted to the history of architecture and the built environment. [link] - Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (Int.)
An international body which represents and provides services to the building services profession [link] -
CIBSE: Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers (UK)
The Institute's useful publications include 'Natural ventilation in non-domestic buildings' (2005); 'Environmental design (2006); Designing buildings for daylight' (1995). [link] - NEW Checklist for New Library Buildings (AUS)
A Checklist from the State Library of Queensland, Australia to help with the planning of new library building and to help during the project until opening day. Specific to the State of Queensland but of general interest too. [Link] - Checklist of library building design considerations
Sannwald, William W. ed. 4th ed. Chicago : American Library Association, 2001.
Questions to be asked and answered about a building project - everything from site selection to shelving and security. [Book] - Constructing Excellence (UK)
Constructing Excellence aims to be a bridge between industry, clients, government and the research community. The website has useful publications, an A-Z of what's what and who's who in best practice and toolkits. [Link] - Countdown to a new library : managing the building project.
Woodward, Jeanette A. Chicago : American Library Association, 2010
An orderly look at at the creative process, covering, for example, planning for the future (and hard times), energy efficiency and selecting flooring. [Book] - Design Council(UK)
Demonstrates and promotes the vital role of design in a modern economy - case studies and practical help in choosing and briefing a designer. [link] - The design and evaluation of public library buildings. (UK)
Lushington, Nolan A. and James M. Kusack. Hamden, Conn : Library Professional Publications, c.1991
The theory, practice and methodology of post-occupancy evaluation of buildings. [Book] - Design Council(UK)
Demonstrates and promotes the vital role of design in a modern economy - case studies and practical help in choosing and briefing a designer. [link] - Design Quality: what it is, why it matters, and how do you build it? (UK)
King, S., Paper for Library Buildings Conference Bournemouth February 5-6 2004
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Good design adds value to public spaces and is gained through strong client leadership and learning fromo ther successful projects, for example. [Conference Proceeding] - Designing better libraries : selecting and working with building professionals
Mccarthy, Richard C. 2d ed : Highsmith Press handbook series : Ft. Atkinson Wis, 1999
Creating a library that responds to the needs of the people it serves and with space for both now and 20 years hence. [Book] - Determining your public library's future size: a needs assessment and planning model. (USA)
Brawner, Lee B, and Donald K. Beck. Chicago : American Library Association, 1996
Most of the book uses Sterling Public Library as a model for using the the needs assessment approach. [Book] - From public baths to public library - or 'how to save a historic building' (UK)
Astill, M New Library World; 101 (1159) 2000, p.303-8
Warwickshire County Council, UK, opened two new libraries in 2000. Reflects on the process and problems of adapting a derelict listed building for a new purpose - and then moving an entire library across town. Reviews reactions to the new library and its extended services. Covers outstanding issues and ongoing concerns, as well as the successes. [Journal Paper] - Great libraries in the making. (UK)
Martin, E., and B. Kenney, Library Journal (Dec 04): 71
'A new generation of innovative public libraries is on the boards… an entirely new building is a rare chance to rebuild library services.' [Journal paper] - Libraries designed for users: a 21st century guide. (UK)
Lushington, Nolan A. London : Neal-Schuman Publishers , 2002 [Book] - Libraries must also be buildings? New library impact study. (UK)
Bryson, J, Usherwood B, Proctor, R. Sheffield: Centre for public libraries and Information in Society (CPLIS) Department of Information Studies University of Sheffield, March 2003.
Aimed to assess the impact of a new library building on local communities, questioning the institution as a physical space and the role it plays in the wider community. [ Pdf available ] [Report] - Library Building Projects : tips for survival.
Hagloch, Susan. B. Englewood, Colo : Libraries Unlimited , 1994
Useful hints from a librarian involved in the extension of her library, but written for an American audience. [Book] - Library Buildings: preparations for planning.
Dewe, Michael., (ed.)IFLA Publications 48. Munchen, New York and London : K G Saur, 1989.
Proceedings of the Seminar held in Aberystwyth August 10-14 1987 [Conference Proceeding] - Library Design Seminar (organised by the Foursite Consortium) (UK)
Seminar on library design held at The Campus, Weston Super Mare, 15 June 2005. The seminar report gives an overview of the day, while the discussion feedback focuses on useful design ideas and ways to overcome the challenges of library design. [Conference Proceeding] - Libris Design Planning Documentation (UK)
A very useful and practical resource with information on lighting, cost estimating, sustainable library design, signage and more. [link] - Managing change : a how-to-do-it manual for librarians
Curzon, S., foreword by Michael Gorman (London, Facet, 2006)
[Book] - Managing through a major building project: a public library experience
Medin, A. Arkansas Libraries 52, no. 3 (1995): 15-19
Successful funding, planning, design and construction of Rogers Public Library, Arkansas. [Journal paper] - Models and paradoxes in public library design. (UK)
Lushington, N. Unabashed Librarian 120, (2001): 20-23
Traps for the designer in dealing with, amongst other things, the library as a city monument, altering the environment (cafes and book sales), computers and conversation and quick delivery. [Journal paper] - People places: public library buildings for the new millennium. (Australia)
Jones, D.J. Australasian Public Libraries and Information Services 14, no. 3 (2001): 81-89
Outlines trends which are affecting use and perception of public library buildings. Describes planning and design issues which need to be addressed to help ensure that public library buildings will be able to meet the needs of their community for many years to come. [Journal paper] -
People places: a guide for public library buildings in New South Wales (Australia)
A very useful document, that contains planning guidance and recommended space standards for public libraries and is widely used in other States of Australia and has also been adopted in Sarawak, Malaysia as a planning document. The publication is available online (as a pdf, together with case studies, a spreadsheet for calculating space requirements and some further reading. Published in Sydney by the Library Council of New South Wales in November 2005. [link] - Planning and building libraries (Canada/Int.)
Key resources that are available online for librarians, architects, design consultants, and students interested in all aspects of planning and building libraries. All resources will be of interest to an international audience. [link] - Planning and design of library buildings.
Thompson, Godfrey. 3d ed. London: Butterworth Architecture , 1995
For a long time the standard text for British librarians and still useful. Largely replaced however, by Edwards & Fisher (2002). [Book] - Planning and designing libraries for children and young people. (UK)
Dewe, Michael. London : The Library Association, 1995
A manual for creating libraries for children and young people in public libraries and in schools and colleges. [Book] - Planning for a new generation of public library buildings.
McCabe, Gerard B. ed. Westport, Conn : Greenwood Press , 2000
A collection of papers that looks at both the planning of new libraries odd the renewal of historic ones. Other timely topics include: sustainable design, the application of retail methods and wireless networking. There's an annotated bibliography of recent American publications to round off this practical and thought-provoking book. [Book] - Planning Public Library Buildings: Concepts and Issues for the Librarian
Dewe, Michael., Ashgate, 2006
Planning a new or refurbished public library means considering not only facilities for collections, services, staff and users, but examining also the local context, reviewing the library image, and developing relationships with other community facilities and agencies. An essential buy, this book examines the entire gamut of challenges confronting the planning and development of contemporary public libraries. Available from Ashgate [Book] - Planning Public libraries: the views of architects and librarians
Curry, A and Henriquez, Z. Library Administration and Management, 12, no.2: (1998):80-90
Comparing and contrasting the experiences and perceived roles of librarian and architect in the library design process. [Journal paper] - Planning Library Buildings (Canada)
Created for librarians, architects, design consultants, and students interested in all aspects of planning and building libraries. The site provides an outline of key resources that are available online. Although some of it is very North-American focused there are useful guides and links to practical information. [link] - Planning the modern public library building.
McCabe, Gerard B. and J. Kennedy eds. Westport, Conn : Libraries Unlimited , 2003
Essays on current concerns in building planning - space design, technology or accommodating different age groups. [Book] - Planning the Small Library Facility 2nd ed. Dahlgren, Anders C. 1996. (USA)
Encompassing planning and design considerations for facilities housing small libraries of all types, from school libraries to hospital libraries, this text discusses the planning constraints that may occur when a library is housed or planned as one component of a larger facility. [book] - Public Library Space Needs: A Planning Outline/1998(USA)
Produced by Anders C. Dallgren this site aims to help librarians obtain a general estimate of their library’s space needs. [link] - Remploy Library Solutions, A Guide to photographing your library
Simple and practical guide on how to take the best photographs of your library - for posterity, your literature or funding purposes. [online][pdf]. [link] - Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) (UK)
The RIBA exists to advance architecture and promote excellence in the profession. A very useful website with news, a directory of registered architects, links and event details. Houses the British Architectural Library which can be searched for journal articles and information on anything architectural, including libraries. [link] - NEW Renewing our Libraries (UK)
Ashgate Publishing, Jan 2009, Pages: 302
With the wish to heighten their profile, modernize their environment and increase use, libraries in the UK have refurbished and, where necessary and possible, extended their existing buildings. Although much has been achieved in this regard across the UK, more continues and needs to be accomplished.
The case-studies in this book provide librarians, architects and others with examples of what has been undertaken and highlight the policies, processes, design issues – and the problems that have been overcome – leading to successful library refurbishments. While the case studies are mainly drawn from the UK and cover a variety of library types, the book has wider international appeal and includes case studies drawn from Ireland, Sweden and the USA. [book] - RUDI: Resource for Urban Design Information (UK)
Online resource for guidance and best practice information on planning and design in the urban field. (Note: You will need to register to access the information on this site). [link] - 6 Tips to Surviving Library Construction (USA)
Wisdom from the library leaders who pulled off 12 renovations in seven months [link] [article] - The New Planning for Results: A Streamlined Approach Course
ONLINE SEMINAR: The New Planning for Results A Streamlined Approach Course. In this course participants will learn how to involve community leaders, staff, and board members in the strategic planning process, how to write effective goals and objectives, and how to develop activities to make those goals and objectives a reality.[link] - The Unwritten Rules of Library Construction.
Hart, J.C., Arkansas Libr. 61, no. 4 (Winter 2004): 30-32 [Journal paper] - Whole Building Design Guide (USA)
Information on a wide range of building-related guidance, criteria and technology from a 'whole buildings' perspective. Organised into two major categories — Design Guidance and Project Management - with reductive summaries on particular topics. US created, but useful to other countries. [link] - Wales on the Web: Architecture: Public Structures (Wales)
A new section of the portal, so currently contains very little. Can be used as a starting point for related sections such as Architecture; Construction Industry and Production, not all of which are Welsh-specific. The site also contains a Library and Information Science section. [link]