Building New Libraries

Ever wondered what goes into the process of building new library buildings? Join us as we talk to Jennifer Fay, Associate Director for Public Services, about the life of a library building and the process for building new libraries.

 

00:00 - Intro
01:25 - Life Cycle of a Library Building
04:10 - Land Acquisition
07:41 - Library Design
11:21 - Design Considerations
14:36 - Current Plans
19:09 - Should We Have Done That Differently?
24:30 - Energy Efficiency
26:25 - Closing Down a Library
29:19 - Staff During Closure
30:44 - Opening a New Library
35:25 - Dipping Opportunities
38:08 - Outro