R. Thomas Hille

The New Public Library is an in-depth design study of an exemplary collection of recent public libraries and the historical precedents that have informed and inspired their development. An introductory overview presents seven critical themes that characterise public library design, past and present, highlighting the expressive architectural potential of this unique and important building type. A survey of over 40...

The New Public Library is an in-depth design study of an exemplary collection of recent public libraries, and the historical precedents that have informed and inspired their development. An introductory overview presents seven critical themes that characterise public library design, past and present, highlighting the expressive architectural potential of this unique and important building type. A survey of over 40...