Libraries, communities and the built environment

Library building design is planned in the context of the built environment and its effects on communities.

The Building Centre: The Building Centre exists to promote innovation in the built environment. First established in 1931, the organisation has since developed to become a not-for-profit dedicated to providing education, information and inspiration to all sectors of the built environment.

Design Commission for Wales: The Design Commission for Wales is a national organisation established in 2002 by the Welsh Government, to champion good design and a high quality built environment.

Project for Public Spaces: New York based with international contributions, PPS is a non-profit organisation dedicated to helping people create and sustain public places that build communities. The website has an image gallery, a discussion forum, a special libraries section, a newsletter and a bookstore.

Urban Design Group: The UDG website contains a wealth of information for anyone interested in urban design, including details of urban design practices, university courses, publications and a newsletter.