The urban library : creative city branding in spaces for all / Julia Nevárez.

This book examines the role, history and function of public libraries in contemporary societies as motors that drive development. It analyses through case studies, how contemporary libraries have been redesigned to offer a new kind of public space while also reshaping neglected areas in cities. Broa...

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Main Author: Nevarez, Julia (Author)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Cham, Switzerland : Springer, [2021]
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Table of Contents:
  • Preface
  • Introduction: Developing the archive: pubic space and the global library in contemporary perspective
  • Libraries and urban development: Branding and revitalization
  • Library design for the commons
  • The global library: A brief history of libraries
  • Seattle's Public Library, Libraries for All: "To bring people, information, and ideas together to enrich lives and build community"
  • Salt Lake City Public Library, The City Library: "To advance knowledge, foster creativity, encourage exchange of ideas, build community, and enhance quality of life"
  • New York Public Library, Stephen A. Schwarzman Building: "To inspire lifelong learning, advance knowledge, and strengthen our communities"
  • Biblioteca Espana (Spain Library) Medellin, Colombia: "Actions with my neighborhood"
  • Halifax Central Library, Nova Scotia, Canada: "A vital centre for learning and culture in the heart of the community"
  • Bibliotheca Alexandrina (Alexandria Library)Alexandria, Egypt: "A place for open discussion, dialogue, and understanding"
  • Conclusions.