Location: Paul B. Sogg Architecture Building, on Brussels Street just off Tropicana Avenue. The Library itself is a nine piece of Architecture featuring a second-story study area with a view of campus.

The person to know: Jeanne Brown, head of the ASL. She's been at the library since it opened in 1997 and says visitors shouldn't hesitate to ask for help finding resources.

What you'll find: As you'd expect, there are resources for researchers and professionals in the urban planning and building fields, but there's also quite a bit for those who simply want design ideas for their homes and gardens. In addition to books and videos, the ASL subscribes to more than 160 publications, including "Interiors", "Architectural Digest", "Better Homes & Gardens", and a number of international magazines.

Something cool: The ASL's extensive collection of materials on Las Vegas landmarks includes self-guided tours of the city's neighborhoods. Take the virtual tour online or download a printable version, both of which were developed originally by Liz Fuentes as a graduate student.

Info: library.nevada.edu/arch or 702-895-1959