Join us online for the second of three free 50 minute "webinets" from the IFLA Library Buildings and Equipment Section to inspire and stimulate ideas about new approaches to library design in challenging times. Read More
What a great public library of the year award it was this year! And what a great winner Deichman, Public Library in Oslo is. The building looks fabulous and I cannot wait to see it in real life 😉 I am part of the jury as well as part of… Read More
IFLA sections on Management & Marketing and Library Services for People with Special Needs are hosting an exciting and inspiring joint virtual conference with a specific focus on managing and marketing for library users with special needs. Read More
​ 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,… Read More
Library design in the 21st century has one common theme: collaboration is at the heart of innovation. Designing modern libraries is a complex process involving many stakeholders and participants. Libraries of all types work with an almost limitless range of constituent groups for input, buy-in and successful implementation. Securing… Read More
Since 2008 the world’s economy has seen dramatic changes that have rippled throughout the library world. While the demand for library services has increased, the money available to build, refurbish and operate them has decreased. Many countries report a decrease in funding of libraries. On the other hand, public… Read More
How to get started in planning a project Based on the IFLA Library Buildings and Equipment Section’s LibraryBuilding Guidelines published in 2007, this short publication summarises the key points to take into consideration when designing a new or refurbished library building. The aim of the brochure is not to… Read More