The Empirical Research on Space Design and Function of American Library Buildings

Abstract

Abstract: By adopting NVivo 11 software, the paper makes a qualitative analysis of the texts, audios and videos collected from surveys on 30 American libraries in terms of space desgn and function. Based on the derived word cloud, keyword cluster and coding node concept model, it analyzes the designing pattern and principle of American library buildings, demands of library patrons with special needs, re-creation of innovative space, and the application of intelligent digital technologies. It draws inspirations from the study to improve space division according to functions, to build green library, and to adhere to humanistic principle.

Key words: American library, Buildings, Design of space, Function, Empirical research

Su Wencheng, Lu Zhangping. The Empirical Research on Space Design and Function of American Library Buildings[J]. Libraly Journal, 2018, 37(10): 43-52.

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