[Libs-Or] New book at State Library: The Practical Handbook of Library Architecture

[Ross Fuqua]

This new book is available for interlibrary loan from the State Library of Oregon. It is part of the Library and Information Science Collection<http://osl-lis.blogspot.com/>, which is supported in whole by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).

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Schlipf, F., & Moorman, J. A. (2018). The Practical Handbook of Library Architecture: Creating Building Spaces that Work<https://osl-lis.blogspot.com/2018/02/the-practical-handbook-of-library.html>. Chicago, IL: ALA Editions. ISBN: 9780838915530.

Publisher's Description
Distilling hard fought wisdom gleaned from hundreds of successful library construction projects they've supervised or coordinated, the authors present this definitive resource on library architecture. With a special emphasis on avoiding common problems in library design, in a down-to-earth manner they address a range of issues applicable to any undertaking. From planning completely new library buildings to small remodeling projects, they offer specific how-to and how-not-to guidance. Packed with lists and headings to allow for easy scanning, this handbook

provides nuts-and-bolts guidance on the entire process of planning, design, and construction, including "snappy rules" summarizing each chapter;
covers new construction, remodeling and expanding of existing buildings, and conversion of non-library spaces to libraries;
explains how library buildings actually function as objects, and how that applies to library design;
reviews typical design problems of existing libraries, and advises libraries on how to avoid creating dysfunctional buildings and spaces;
shows how to collaborate productively with planners, architects, and contractors;
discusses the technical needs of basic library spaces, including collection storage, user seating, meeting and conference rooms, craft rooms, study areas, service desks, restrooms, and staff workspaces; and
includes careful consideration of technical requirements relating to lighting, electrical systems, security systems, elevators, staircases, and other areas.

Library directors, staff, and planning professionals will want this handbook close at hand before, during, and after any library construction project.

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If you would like to request this or other materials from the State Library of Oregon please use your library's established interlibrary loan process (e.g. OCLC or ALA request form). Otherwise, send your full name, the name of your library, complete title information, shipping address, and a phone number to the document delivery department at library.request at state.or.us<mailto:library.request at state.or.us> or (fax) 503-588-7119. Items will be checked out to your library, not to you personally, for 4 weeks (print materials) or 2 weeks (videos). Materials will be delivered via mail or Orbis Cascade Alliance Courier, and you may return them the same way. Normally a single copy is purchased and is loaned on a first-come-first-serve basis. You may be put on a hold list for several weeks.

Most library staff are able to use their library's interlibrary loan service to borrow professional development material. However, if you do not have access to these services or are not currently affiliated with a library, please contact me<mailto:ross.fuqua at state.or.us> to discuss alternative options for borrowing the material.

Be sure to check out our Library and Information Science (LIS) blog<http://osl-lis.blogspot.com/> to discover the most recent additions to our LIS collection and search our catalog<https://ccrls.ent.sirsi.net/client/en_US/oslpublic/> for our complete holdings. The library science collection is meant to support the whole Oregon library community. Library Support and Development Services welcomes your suggestions for acquisitions - see the blog for an input form or email us!

Ross Fuqua
Data & Federal Programs Consultant
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