Getting it Right : Strategies for Successful Public Library Building Projects

Working on a library building project can be a time of stress and uncertainty. Library staff and authorities may be venturing into unfamiliar territory. They may be dealing with professionals with a diverse range of experience and ideas of library buildings and services. There will be a variety of community needs and expectations. This paper will suggest some principles and practices to help those planning public library buildings ensure a successful outcome. It highlights some typical pitfalls and outlines ways of solving problems using tried and tested techniques, such as those advocated in People places: a guide for public library buildings in New South Wales