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Archive buildings in the United Kingdom 1993 - 2005

By: Language: English Publication details: Chichester Phillimore 2007Edition: 7th edDescription: vii, 48p. ill. 30cmISBN:
  • 1860774431
  • 9781860774430
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • 727.8 $2 18
Summary: Examines issues raised when designing and building buildings to house archives and libraries. Aimed at archivists and librarians, architects and engineers. Considers the primary role of the building in providing all-round protection to the archive. Archive storage is examined. Considers the site and structure of buildings. Examines issues of security and fire prevention. Includes a section on the conversion of existing buildings.

Examines issues raised when designing and building buildings to house archives and libraries. Aimed at archivists and librarians, architects and engineers. Considers the primary role of the building in providing all-round protection to the archive. Archive storage is examined. Considers the site and structure of buildings. Examines issues of security and fire prevention. Includes a section on the conversion of existing buildings.