University Library Buildings in the Tropics: A Literature Survey
Abstract
Summarizes nine articles, one book, and one set of conference proceedings, all of them concerned with academic library planning and construction in tropical areas. The writings span the period 1961-88. Most of the authorities cited have a major concern for heat control, and not all of them support central air-conditioning. Building shape, materials used, landscaping, and the placement on the site all have impacts on temperature control. Lack of an information base on tropical buildings is cited as a serious problem. Another need frequently expressed is for official national standards for library buildings, and for the observance of such standards where they do exist. The role of the librarian in the planning process should be enhanced, but the librarian must have suitable training or should seek to engage a qualified librarianconsultant to work with the architects.Downloads
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