Sannwald, William W. Checklist of Library Building Design Considerations. 6th edition. ALA Editions, 2016. ISBN: 978-0-8389-1371-0
Description
While the needs and functions of library buildings have certainly changed over the last decade, the need for careful and organized planning has not. This new update of Sannwald’s classic guide will help you stay prepared and organized for every phase of building planning, from conception through the dedication ceremony. Using a popular checklist format, this tool can be used to help your building project with ADA codes, sustainable and collaborative space design, and a wealth of other considerations.
Table of Contents
1. Building Planning and Architecture
A. Indicators of Dissatisfaction with Existing Facilities
B. Institutional Planning Team
C. Determining Space Needs
D. Joint Use Considerations
E. Selecting a Library Building Consultant
F. Choosing an Architect
G. Choosing a Contractor
H. Architectural Design
2. Building Construction Alternatives
A. New Construction Considerations
B. Building Addition Considerations
C. Rehabilitation/Renovation of Existing Buildings to Library Use Considerations
D. Preserving Existing Library Buildings
E. Virtual Library Considerations
F. Alternatives to Library Spaces
3. Library Site Selection
A. General Conditions
B. Community Planning Issues
C. Location
D. Accessibility
E. Size
F. Environmental Issues
4. Sustainable Design
A. LEED Certification (New)
B. Sustainable Sites
C. Water Efficiency
D. Energy and Atmosphere
E. Materials
F. Indoor Environmental Air Quality
G. Lighting and Day Lighting
H. Roofs
I. Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
5. General Exterior Considerations
A. Landscaping
B. Parking
C. Building Exterior
D. Roof
E. Bicycle Racks
F. Flagpole
G. Exterior Signage
H. Loading Docks and Delivery
I. Outdoor Trash Enclosures
J. Outdoor Book and Media Returns
6. Interior Organization of Library Buildings
A. Entrance
B. Circulation Desk Facilities
C. Reference Facilities
D. Information Commons
E. Multimedia Facilities
F. Media Production and Presentation Labs
G. Special Collections/Rare Books/Archives
H. Reserve Book Room
I. Faculty/Graduate Carrels and Study Rooms
J. Group, Quiet and Silent Study Spaces
K. Literacy Center
L. Young Adult Facilities
M. Children’s Facilities
N. Meeting and Seminar Rooms
O. Convenience Facilities
P. Displays
Q. Public Art
R. Interior Signage
S. Workroom/Offices
T. Staff Lounge
U. Friends of the Library
V. Library Store
W. Interior Storage
7. Compliance with ADA Accessibility Guidelines
A. Guidelines
B. Transportation, Parking Lots, Parking Signage, and Accessible Routes
C. Ground and Floor Surfaces
D. Curb Cuts
E. Ramps
F. Stairs
G. Lifts and Elevators
H. Doors
I. Entrances
J. Accessible Routes within the Building
K. Drinking Fountains
L. Toilet Rooms
M. Toilet Stalls
N. Water Closets
O. Urinals
P. Lavatories
Q. Handrails and Grab Bars
R. Controls and Operating Mechanisms
S. Alarms
T. Signage
U. Telephones
V. Fixed or Built-in Seating and Tables
W. Assembly Areas
X. Building Assistance Facilities
Y. Service Animals
8. Telecommunications, Electrical, and Miscellaneous Equipment
A. General Considerations
B. Entrance Facility
C. Equipment Room
D. Telecommunications Room
E. Horizontal Pathways
F. Cabling and Outlets
G. Wireless
H. Workstation Connections
I. Workstation Equipment
J. Telephone System
K. Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment
L. Electrical Power
9. Interior Design and Finishes
A. Service Desks
B. Plus-Friendly Spaces
C. Seating
D. Tables
E. Lighting
F. Windows
G. Flooring
H. Walls
I. Color
J. Equipment List
K. Behavioral Aspects of Space
10. Entrepreneurial and Collaborative Spaces
A. Makerspaces
B. Co-working in the Library
C. Technology Lending Library
D. Musical Instrument Lending Library
E. Tool Lending Library
F. Seed Lending Library
11. Materials Handling and Storage: Book Stacks and Shelving
A. Conventional Stationary Stacks and Shelving
B. Movable-Aisle Compact Shelving
C. Automatic Storage and Retrieval Systems (ASRS)
D. Materials Handling Systems
E. Remote Storage
12. Building Systems
A. Acoustics
B. HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Systems)
C. Electrical Systems
D. Lighting
E. Plumbing and Rest Rooms
F. Elevators and Escalators
G. Internet of Things to Monitor and Control Building Systems
13. Safety and Security
A. General
B. External Security
C. Internal Security
D. Fire Safety
E. Disaster Planning
14. Maintenance of Library Buildings and Property
A. Regular Routine Maintenance Considerations
B. Building Materials
C. Graffiti and Security
D. Building Systems Preventive Maintenance
E. Building Cleaning
F. Custodial Facilities
G. Groundskeeper Facilities
H. Trash Enclosures
I. Betterments and Improvements
15. Building Occupancy and Post-Occupancy Evaluation
A. Building Acceptance
B. Certificate of Occupancy
C. Getting Ready for Occupancy
D. Moving
E. Post-Occupancy Evaluation
16. Groundbreaking and Dedication Ceremonies
A. Planning
B. Event Checklist
