Library Architecture: Interior Security measures as a protective coverage for a library: a study of three university libraries

Abstract

This article deals with the evaluation of security measures and implemented security strategies in the university libraries of Sri Lanka with special reference to Colombo, Kelaniya and Sri Jayawardanapura universities. Securing the materials and the building is a significant factor in an effective library service. The study found that the security problems could be a result of building construction flaws and reader behaviors. Therefore the possible security measures could be incorporated at the designing stage. It is recommended in the research that of security tightening could be adopted by better communication, transportation and good house keeping.