An Introduction to Planning for Museums - Paperback

by J. Paul Guyer (Author)

This publication provides introductory technical guidance for architectural engineers and other professional engineers, architects and construction managers interested in museum planning. Here is what is discussed: 1. PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS, 2. SPACE CRITERIA, 3. FACILITY REQUIREMENTS, 4. FACILITY TYPES, 5. MUSEUMS, 6. HISTORIC RESOURCE FACILITIES.

Author Biography

Paul Guyer is a registered civil engineer, mechanical engineer, fire protection engineer and architect with 35 years of experience designing buildings and related infrastructure. For an additional 9 years he was a principal staff advisor to the California Legislature on capital outlay and infrastructure issues. He is a graduate of Stanford University and has held numerous national, state and local offices with the American Society of Civil Engineers, Architectural Engineering Institute and National Society of Professional Engineers. He is a Fellow of ASCE and AEI.