"When the building simply has what it needs with the resources available it has character or dignity, which is the same thing." - Antoni Gaudí
Welcome to the FAU Libraries subject guide for FAU's School of Architecture. As students of FAU, you have access to all FAU materials, databases, and journals from any of our libraries and online databases. You also have access to Broward Library main (which may be closer to you) for books and Interlibrary Loans. This guide will show you what information resources are at your disposal and how to access them. Wherever possible, both FAU and Broward library resources will be highlighted.
Use the tabs at the top to find resources and information to help you research this topic.
This page serves as a guide for students by providing FAU library resources in this subject. The following can be found on this page:
- How to Find Articles: this page provides links to databases, or large, online collections of journal articles. Some databases also provide statistics and figures.
- How to Find Journals: read scholarly literature published by professionals in the field.
- Finding Books: access the FAU Libraries catalog to locate books and other library materials owned by the libraries.
- Resources at FAU: learn about the resources that are available to you as an FAU student.
- Web Sites: there is some quality information on the Internet. This page links to reputable organizations and agencies that focus on architecture.