Drawing on the authors' experience gained from library projects around the world, this book charts a readable path through everything from the planning of a new library, major refurbishment, or a remodelling of a current library. It clearly explains library design language and processes needed by professionals overseeing any project, and covering essential aspects including ensuring cost-effectiveness, eco-efficiencies, improved service and community impact meet the organisation's objectives. Fully revised and updated, this new edition includes coverage of: - the need for flexible and adaptable library spaces - the environmental impact of building design, construction and use - the trend towards multi-use, multi-purpose buildings to serve community, cultural and educational needs - a customer-centred approach to service delivery - heightened focus on health and wellbeing for all stakeholders - the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and customer access needs on design and layout of a library - the rapid growth of digital services. International and cross-sectoral in scope, this book is an essential guide for library professionals or architects involved in library building, remodelling or development. It will also be a valuable reference for students of both library and architectural design.

Book Information
ISBN 9781783305711
Author Ayub Khan
Format Hardback
Page Count 222
Imprint Facet Publishing
Publisher Facet Publishing
Weight(grams) 159g