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Eco-library design by John A. Flannery, Karen M. Smith (auth.) is a nonfiction available to read on EtoBox.

What is Eco-library design about?

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 dev

Who reads Eco-library design?

Author

John A. Flannery, Karen M. Smith (auth.)

Publisher

Springer Netherlands, Dordrecht

Published

2014

Language

EN

ISBN

9789400740785

Category

nonfiction

Subjects

Science, Architecture, Art