(A Study On Circulation Strategies In Buildings)

Abstract

Library is a building, part of a building or room where books, papers and periodicals are stored and may be read or lent out. The basic problem in the design of a library is the efficiency of ts circulation flow system. This research explored methods and techniques, which ensured the study and broad application of circulation principles of the library design. It focused on the identification and incorporation of circulation strategies within the academic library experience as a means of enhancing the users' (students and staffs). Therefore, segregated circulation flow of users, staff, deliveries, and services, pedestrian and vehicular traffic on site and in the library, were the focus of this work. Anambra State University, Igbariam Campus was chosen as a case for implementation of findings of this research.