BUDGETING FOR LIBRARIES: Easy ways to save money during and after library construction

摘要

Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to offer advice, in the interest of preventing expensive mistakes, about certain aspects of library building projects. Design/methodology/approach - The paper presents a list of avoidable errors made during reallibrary construction or renovation projects. Findings - The paper finds that a little common sense is a good thing to use in tandem with grand designs. Practical implications - Hopefully, the practical implications of the paper will be cost savings for libraries and their parent organizations. Librarians, project managers, or architects might enjoy compiling photographs of similar mistakes and comparing them with sensible alternatives. Originality/value - The paper presents a useful list for project managers.