Sannwald, an educator and library administrator and construction consultant, provides the fifth edition of his guide to library building design. New to this edition are: a chapter on sustainable design, sections on wireless networking, updated treatment of special collections and materials handling systems, a section on disaster planning, and a revised chapter on ADA accessibility guidelines that mirrors the structure of the federal statute. Formatted as a checklist, the book's goals are to help librarians, architects, administrators, and members of a building design team ensure that all necessary spaces and functions are considered. It also is intended as a guide for the evaluation of existing library space as an element of a library's needs assessment. Annotation ⓒ2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Building planning and architecture -- Library site selection -- Sustainable design General exterior considerations Interior organization of library buildings Compliance with ADA accessibility guidelines Telecommunications, electrical, and miscellaneous equipment Interior design and finishes Materials handling and storage : book stacks and shelving Building systems Safety and security Maintenance of library buildings and property Building occupancy and post-occupancy evaluation Groundbreaking and dedication ceremonies.