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Ask A Librarian
“Ask A Librarian” is a phrase we frequently see and hear in the promotion of libraries – nowhere is it more relevant than during the planning process of a new library or a space within a library.
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Benefits of a Project Manager in Library Building Projects
Includes first-hand experience and information about why and how project managers are important to library building projects.
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Check It Out: Shelving and Display Solutions
Looking to put wings on your materials so that they fly out the door?
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Greening Your Library Operations
Powerpoint Presentation from the 2007 Reaching Forward South Conference. Check out the web resources at the end of this presentation along with the case study for helpful tips.
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How to Select Durable Furniture for Your Library
When choosing furniture for your library, you will want to scrutinize the materials and construction methods used, so that you can assess its long-term durability.
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Klingon Outreach: Libraries and Space (February 2006)
You don't have to go out of this world to do a little space planning with would-be astronaut George.
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Lessons for Libraries from Retail Space Planners
Murphy condenses lessons learned from a pre-conference at ULA-MPLA 2008 titled "Extreme Library Makeover". Includes a discussion of accessibility issues, displays that attract the reader's eye, and how to create entrances that draw people into your building.
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Library Design Tips for the 21st Century
Here are a few practical and simple tips that consistently lead to the most successful projects, whether planning a new building, an expansion, renovation, or a simple re-vamp.
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Library on the Move
It is important when your library is making a move to be sure that the firm that you contract to move you has the expertise, equipment and the experience that will make the transition as stress-free as possible.
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Planning the Library Space from Scratch
Once you have determined the atmosphere you would like to create, plan for traffic flow, device usage, shelving, and patron needs.
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Practical Tips for Library Building Design
Phoenix-based Publibber Joe Schallan collected responses to a question he posed on the Publib listserv. What follows is the collected wisdom of fourteen Publibbers giving practical tips on library building design.
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Shine Some Light on the Subject: Lighting Solutions for Libraries
Article describing basic concepts to consider when selecting lighting for your library.
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Simple Space Planning Spreadsheet
This is a simple spreadsheet for creating quick space needs analyses. For collections, enter a volume count and select a shelving type. For furnishings and other library inventory items enter unit quantities.
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Space Planning Simplified
This simplified introduction to the space planning process identifies the most critical first steps and the basic needs that must be identified for your building program.
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Spaces Going Green
With the building awareness of environmental sustainability issues, there are more options for libraries who wish to use "green" materials.
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Sustainable Stacks: Libraries Go Green
What does it mean to be green? This page highlights how libraries and organizations can utilize technology and community to lessen the ecological impact of their services. It also includes a link to a discussion you can contribute your ideas to.
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The Three Cs of Furniture Design: Congregate, Communicate, Collaborate
Tips to consider when purchasing, arranging, or designing furniture for your library.
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Understanding Teens and Their Space
Chapter 1 from Teen Spaces, Second Ed. (2008 ALA Editions), that introduces how to recognize teen behavior and needs, likes and dislikes, in order to understand what is necessary and appropriate for the ideal young adult area.
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WebJunction's Focus on Space Planning for Libraries
Careful space planning in the initial stages of a building or renovation project can help to ensure its success. There are many resources available to help you calculate the space requirements for library programs, services, and collections.
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Websites and Internet Resources on Space Planning
A list of external links
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