[Publib] Architecture AL Issue

[Bird, Daryl]

Is anyone reminded of the panopticon?

 

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Panopticon 

 

 

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[mailto:publib-bounces at webjunction.org] On Behalf Of Sue Kamm
Sent: Thursday, May 07, 2009 4:35 PM
To: James Casey; 'Michael D. Logusz'; publib at webjunction.org
Subject: Re: [Publib] Architecture AL Issue

 

I absolutely agree with what Jim said.  There are far too many library 

buildings designed to enhance architects' resumes than to serve as 

functional spaces for library staff and the library's users to work or
relax 

in.

 

I don't know if the "early penitentiary" building I work in won any
awards, 

but it's sure a reason why a cerrtain noted architect should never be 

allowed to design another building.  The three-story lobby atrium is
noisy, 

and because the upper two floors are open to it, the noise travels 

throughout the building.  Three-story light wells are used by kids to
shriek 

at their friends on another level.  There are blind areas behind
stairwells.

 

Librarians should consider placing in their RFPs for architects that the


people who will do the actual plans work in the current facility for at 

least a week.  They should be acquainted with what is required for
public 

service, including lighting and electric outlets as well as shelving and


computer workstation accommodation.  They should also learn how work is 

accomplished behind the scenes, including space needed for circulation
and 

technical services functions.

 

Your friendly neighborhood CyberGoddess and ALA Councilor-at-Large,

Sue Kamm

Los Angeles/Inglewood, CA

Los Angles Dodgers Truest of the Blue, 2000

email:  suekamm AT mindspring DOT com

blog: http://suekamm.blogspot.com

"It's time for Dodger baseball!"

--Vin Scully 

 

 

 

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