Designing Facilities for a High-Tech Future: The OCLC Online Computer Library Center, Inc. Headquarters--A Case Study.

Pennybacker, Ed

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Publication Date: 1987

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Designing Facilities for a High-Tech Future: The OCLC Online Computer Library Center, Inc. Headquarters--A Case Study.

Pennybacker, Ed

Library Hi Tech, v5 n4 p41-48 Win 1987

Discusses issues addressed by OCLC in the construction of its new headquarters. Original design criteria and a retrospective appraisal of solutions are presented in the following areas: (1) structural requirements; (2) environmental considerations; (3) utilities; (4) fire protection; (5) security; and (6) workspace design. Essential design issues are summarized in a sidebar. (MES)

Descriptors: Building Design, Climate Control, Facility Guidelines, Facility Planning, Fire Protection, Interior Design, Structural Elements (Construction), Utilities

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Audience: Administrators; Media Staff; Practitioners

Language: English

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