New Libraries in Old Buildings : Creative Reuse

This book focuses on difficulties and opportunities in revitalization of old, derelict or abandoned buildings into a library and investigates the transformation of buildings which originally had a different purpose. The publication shows worldwide best practice examples from different types of libra...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Autores principales:	Petra Hauke, Karen Latimer, Robert Niess
Formato:	Libro
Publicado:	De Gruyter Saur 2021
Materias:	Libraries > Environmental aspects Library buildings > Environmental aspects Library buildings > Design and construction Library planning
Acceso en línea:	Ver este registro en EBSCOhost

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Sumario:	This book focuses on difficulties and opportunities in revitalization of old, derelict or abandoned buildings into a library and investigates the transformation of buildings which originally had a different purpose. The publication shows worldwide best practice examples from different types of libraries in historic environments, both urban and rural, while maintaining a focus on sustainability concerning the architecture and interior design.