Vol. 55 (2005), No.11
Sadao UEMATSU
University of Tsukuba,
1-2 Kasuga Tsukuba Ibaraki 305-8550 JAPAN
Abstract : The necessity of renewal of library-facility is increasing because of transition of library and its surroundings. In this thesis, basic resolution of longer-lasting building, renewal- process, laws and regulations, cases, which are all related to renewal of facility, including reallocation of furniture, large repair, laying off from facility for different purpose are surveyed. On basic resolution of longer-lasting building, it is discussed that usability is more important than physical durability for life of building. On renewal-process, it is shown that renewal-process is made with capacity- planning in its core. On laws and regulations, the six articles including required strength, which are applied both in promoting and restricting, are introduced. On cases Ibaraki Prefectural Library and others are shown.
Keywords： library building / renewal of facility / extension / reconstruction / alteration of look / laying off / Building Standards Act
Sokatsu KUBOTA
Kashiwa Library, The University of Tokyo,
5-1-5, kashiwanoha, Kashiwa City, Chiba Pref. 277-0882 JAPAN
Abstract : The Kashiwa library, The University of Tokyo opened in February 2005 as a central library of Kashiwa campus of the University of Tokyo. This article introduces the Kashiwa library, which features a next generation research library and shared access to materials and supports the Kashiwa campus goal of providing social outreach functionality.
Keywords： Kashiwa Library / The University of Tokyo / deposit library / automated storage and retrieval system / library construction
Fumitaka OMURA
Okayama Prefectural Library,
2-6-30, Marunouchi, Okayama City, 700-0823 JAPAN
Abstract : Okayama Prefectural Library has changed a lot in its scale and organization. As the previous library was small, it couldn't store all the materials, and they were stored in several other buildings. The hardest work was the planning of shelving, because we had to bring together materials from different storage sites. And during the removal, various problems occurred, and I was often forced to change the plan. We could accomplish the removal on schedule, despite several problems, for example, the organization of the transfer of all materials.
Keywords： library / Okayama Prefectural Library / transfer of the materials / removal / shelving
Hitoshi ISHIMARU
Hiroshima Shudo University Library,
1-1-1, Ozukahigashi Asaminamiku, Hiroshima 731-3195 JAPAN
Abstract : Hiroshima Shudo University (HSU) Library has received the Library Architecture Award of Japan Library Association. This is both for its excellent design and for the exceptionally user-friendly service of the library. I am very grateful and proud that our efforts to provide a better library service have been recognized. The new library was constructed through the rebuilding of the former library building and through additional new construction. I would be glad to offer any information or advice to fellow librarians who plan to rebuild or extend their own libraries. In planning the new library, the design team made full use of librarians' suggestions for “future new library construction and service". This, I believe, was the reason that HSU Library was considered worthy to receive the Library Architecture Award. HSU Library is open to the public. After opening the library, there has been a seven-fold increase in members of the general public making use of our library. We would like to continue to manage HSU Library in a manners worthy of the Award.
Keywords： creation of good study environment / greater support for lectures / place where students will gather (comfortable, familiar, relaxed) / amenity / good conditions and functional, rich environment / Library Architecture Award / Hiroshima Shudo University Library
Noriaki MATSUNAGA
Kobe City Municipal Library,
7-2-1 Kusunoki-cho Chuo-ward KOBE City, Hyogo 650-0017 JAPAN
Abstract : By Hanshin Awaji great earthquake disaster that occurred on January 17, 1995, Kobe municipal library took the big damage and became a function stop state once. There was the difference for the damage by an area, but needed about 2 years till a function of all the buildings was restored. A process to restoration and an action to a computer system change, operation of Kobe City Library Information Network System, realization of one ward of one library design by new building establishment, expansion of the service that aimed at improvement of convenience, center library, an area library, construction of a library system by plan 11 building of an annex look back between done 10 and want to introduce the distance to reproduction of the library which a citizen demands.
Keywords： Kobe Municipal Library/Hanshin Awaji great earthquake disaster/Kobe City Library Information Network System/realization of one ward of one library design/improvement of the profit convenience
Takashi AKAGI
Nikken Sekkei Ltd,
4-6-2 Koraibashi 4-6-2, Chuo-ku, Osaka 541-0043, JAPAN
Abstract : The author will clarify in detail hints or matters to be attended to in implementing extension or renovation work of an existing library building for entire project period from planning stage to construction work stage. The description will include examples of actual projects. Featuring Hiroshima Shudo University library extension work and Ryukoku University library extension work, the author will concretely describe what were the important points in these library extension work projects.
Keywords： extension of library buildings / matters to be attended in construction work and move planning / legal issues / circulation line plan / provision for future information system / seismic performance of existing library building / nuisances caused by construction work such as noise and dust / legal issues to be solved in construction stage
Chika SEKINE
Universal Design Institute for information Technology,
3-67 Sakura-dai, Aoba-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa, 227-0061 JAPAN
Abstract : Abstract : As the center of excellence for knowledge and information, library shall accept all citizen for study and learning, regardless his or her age, gender, or ability. From this point of view, library should consider the concept of universal design, not only for construction but also information services. In this paper, I introduce the concept and process of universal design in library, good examples of several university libraries.
Keywords： universal design / accessibility / usability / barrier free design / aging society / assistive technology
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