[William S. Hein & Co., Inc.] NEW - Introduction to Design for Law and Other Academic Libraries: Reflection and Change - 2nd Ed.

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NEW, Expanded Edition Now Available! 
 
A "Must-Have" Resource for ALL Academic Libraries!
 
INTRODUCTION TO DESIGN FOR LAW AND OTHER ACADEMIC LIBRARIES:  REFLECTION AND CHANGE - SECOND EDITION
 
By Stephen G. Margeton
Director, Judge Kathryn J. DuFour Law Library
The Catholic University of America
 
Whether your library is currently in the planning, construction, remodeling, relocation or "what if?..." stage, Margeton's in-depth work should be within close reach.  Through 29 chapters and 8 appendices the author covers everything; needs assessment, design development, construction documents, mechanical, electrical and acoustical needs, furniture, displays and exhibits, security, patron amenities (yes, coffee bars and cafes are discussed!) and more.  In fact, Margeton even provides readers with a chapter and appendix covering library "Naming Opportunities"; along with a chart to assist with suggested "donations" for everything from brick pavers to the library foyer and rare books room to the entire library.
 
In year's past, designing academic libraries to house collections was based on developing the library to house books, store microforms, and seat library patrons. Today, the explosion of technology has forced libraries to enlarge computer labs, accommodate laptops in carrels and tables, migrate from wired networking to wireless, and integrate more thoroughly their own integrated library systems.
 
Margeton's experience in the design and construction of one of the nation's leading academic law libraries lends to his unique ability to share all of the major and minor considerations for any academic library that is considering a new facility, expansion, remodel, or relocation.
This book's format sets it apart from others dealing with similar subject matter.  Rather than concentrating entirely on the formal design and construction process, Margeton devotes the first part of the book to putting the team together, gathering information about the old and new facility, and the process of design development.  The second part of the book focuses on  the library's operations and spaces, which has a two-fold learning benefit.  First, the library director will appreciate learning quickly about what he or she must know to get started towards a smooth-running project.  The next benefit is Margeton's focus on the individual spaces and library operations, rather than the entire construction process.
 
In addition to comments from 5 "experts"; librarians with experience in specific design features; Margeton includes an annotated bibliography of books and articles he has found particularly useful over the years. 
 

A comment about the first edition. . .
 
"[This book] is as applicable for small projects as it is for complete renovations.  Many librarians are likely to be involved in enhancing a single space in a library rather than designing a whole new building. [A]ny manager or staff involved in designing new spaces or buildings will be better prepared." 
- David Whelan, Alert Publications (April 2001, Volume 20, No. 4, Page 13)
 
 

1 volume..............................................$79.95
Item #331210; xxx, 535 pages; ISBN: 0-8377-3443-6
Published: Buffalo; William S. Hein & Co., Inc.; 2007
 
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