Better by design : an introduction to planning, designing and developing library buildings (Second edition)

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, to major refurbishment, or the remodelling of a current library.

It clearly explains the library design language and processes needed by professionals overseeing any project, and covers 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 spacesthe environmental impact of building design, construction and usethe trend towards multi-use, multi-purpose buildings to serve community, cultural and educational needs a customer-centred approach to service deliveryheightened focus on health and wellbeing for all stakeholdersthe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and customer access needs on the design and layout of a librarythe 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.