The construction or remodeling of the library building is one of the most exciting and ambitious projects that a library can undertake.
Careful planning is essential to a successful building program.
The library's initial step is the formation of a building team which can draw in a variety of individuals when their expertise is needed. The basic building team usually consists of the library director and staff, selected board members, appropriate government officials, the architect, and later, the building contractor. The library's building team prepares a building program. Hiring the right architectural firm is the most critical step in a successful building program. While experience with library design is important, rapport and the ability to communicate between the architect and the library's building team are also highly desirable.