Archival and Special Collections Facilities: Guidelines for Archivists, Librarians, Architects, and Engineers

This work presents a standard created by preservationists, architects, and archivists, and officially adopted by the Council of the Society of American Archivists (SAA) in February 2009, which aims to serve as the blueprint for a fully formed national standard. Written in a readable, expanded outline format, the standard provides recommendations and specifications on site evaluation, construction, archival environments, fire protection, security, lighting, materials and finishes, storage equipment, and functional spaces. A glossary and an appendix on prohibited materials are included. The book's audience includes archivists, librarians, and building designers planning a new or remodeled archival facility. Information on the editors is not given. Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)