A people's palace opens: the new Library of Birmingham. Issue 1 (7th January 2014)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Freeman, Mike
• Is Part Of: New library world. Volume 115:Issue 1/2(2014)
• Page Start: 65
• Page End: 67
• Publication Date: 2014-01-07
• Subjects: Public libraries -- Structure -- Birmingham -- Collections -- Exterior and interior design; Library science -- Periodicals; Libraries -- Great Britain -- Periodicals; 020.5
• DOI: 10.1108/NLW-10-2013-0079
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0307-4803

Abstract

Abstract : Purpose: – The purpose of this report is to provide an account of the UK's new public library of Birmingham. Design/methodology/approach: – Details the construction, exterior and interior design, contents and location, including special collections, and describes the official opening. Findings: – A large public library building which moves away from old conceptions of libraries, accommodating a variety of functions in a striking and accessible building. Originality/value: – Provides a description of the new Library of Birmingham, the largest public library in Europe.