Overview
The ancient pairing of architecture and books has always been an interesting topic for debate, and the increasing popularity of electronic books has recently added fuel to the fire. However, the bonfires built for the printed version remain unlit. Research undertaken for this publication suggests that the traditional reading room is currently enjoying a renaissance in many different guises, with print and digital media enjoying a symbiotic relationship. The digital revolution is just one of the many challenges faced by the library architect. To satisfy the varied requirements of library users, flexible, future proof, indoor and outdoor spaces must now support both passive and active pursuits. These often contrasting demands can vary dramatically from quiet, contemplative reading to audible public performance. This publication explores in detail the evolution of the eco-library, focusing on how design teams cope with diminishing resources in diverse geographic and climatic conditions. The featured projects demonstrate measurable reductions in both construction and operating costs through innovative designs that utilise the ecology of a selected site in a positive way. A library development will now inevitably seek to lead by example, visibly demonstrating sound environmental practice, and providing an enhanced user experience for increasingly more discerning patrons. Eco-Library Design provides a worldwide perspective on 21st century trends in library architecture.
Full Product Details
Author: John A. Flannery ,
Karen M. Smith
Publisher: Springer
Imprint: Springer
Edition: 1st ed. 2013
Dimensions:
Width: 21.00cm
, Height: 1.80cm
, Length: 27.90cm
Weight: 1.125kg
ISBN: 9789400740778
ISBN 10: 9400740778
Pages: 231
Publication Date: 08 November 2013
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Reviews
From the reviews: This book is an illustrated guide to some ecological libraries around the world. Plans, sections, renderings of some of the libraries are included in this volume which can be of great help to architects as well as as students designing libraries. ... Overall a good basic guide to library design and understanding of the key concepts. (Book Review, January-March, 2014)
Author Information
John A. Flannery is a freelance Project Manager with qualifications in industrial design from Leeds Metropolitan University. He has over 35 years experience in the Design, Procurement and Project Management of a wide range of construction projects in the industrial, commercial and private sectors throughout Europe, Africa and the U.S.A. He currently specialises in urban regeneration projects with the highest levels of ecological accreditation. Karen M. Smith has a dual role as an Information Specialist and Academic Liaison Librarian at the University of York. Her extensive and varied career has encompassed both Public, University and Health Care Libraries. Currently Ms. Smith provides consultancy and lectures on evidence-based practice and the effective use of information resources. Mr. Flannery and Ms. Smith are the Senior Partners of Boston Spa Media which focuses on authoring and editing books on architecture, design and the modern urban landscape.
