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Dahlgren, Anders C.; Eigenbrodt, Olaf; Latimer, Karen; Romero, Santi – International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (NJ1), 2009
Based on the IFLA (International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions) Library Buildings and Equipment Section's Library Building Guidelines published in 2007, this short publication summarises the key points to take into consideration when designing a new or refurbished library building. The aim of the brochure is not to replace…
Descriptors: Library Facilities, Building Design, Guidelines, Facility Improvement
Gilbert, P. G. – Camping Magazine, 1991
Discusses the development of a camp design brief that clarifies the specific priorities and criteria for building or expanding camp facilities. Presents three situations in which camp directors accurately diagnosed their facility problems but changed their building plans over time because of financial, operational, or locational considerations.…
Descriptors: Building Design, Buildings, Camping, Decision Making
PAM Repeater, 1990
The brochure provides suggestions for adapting or building living quarters to accommodate persons with physical limitations. Encouraged is barrier-free universal design to allow all persons, disabled or able bodied, to move freely, independently, and safely in their surroundings. Illustrations and text provide guidance for design of ramps, front…
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Building Design, Building Innovation, Design Requirements
Atlas, Randall – 2002
Incorporating the principles and practices of crime prevention through environmental design (CPTED) in the design and remodeling of schools can contribute to the safety of the school while reducing the target-hardening and fortressing effects of a bunker mentality. The basic CPTED premise is that through the effective use and design of the built…
Descriptors: Architecture, Building Design, Crime Prevention, Educational Facilities Design
Chan, T. C. – 1998
This paper discusses the process of updating school capacity, which is subject to change from a variety of factors (to comply with current building codes, changes in educational programs, changes in class size, expansion of educational services, and scheduling). The paper describes the two major components of updating school capacity: the program…
Descriptors: Building Design, Educational Facilities Improvement, Educational Facilities Planning, School Buildings
Aborn, Peter – Bulletin of the American Society for Information Science, 1979
Outlines how an information company--the Institute for Scientific Information (ISI)--designed a new building to house its facility. Problems and deficiencies in the old work space were analyzed using a rigorous systems approach, and an open-plan system was devised to allow for optimum space utilization and energy efficiency. (CWM)
Descriptors: Building Design, Design Requirements, Facility Planning, Facility Requirements
Moore, Gary T. – Child Care Information Exchange, 1996
When given the chance, children seek out and create private places in the midst of busy days. This article advises centers to design protected places where small groups or a single child can retreat to observe other children, either from above or horizontally. Suggestions for such "child caves" involve architecture, furniture arrangement, and…
Descriptors: Building Design, Childhood Needs, Classroom Design, Day Care Centers
Shepherd, Wendy; And Others – Child Care Information Exchange, 1997
Workshop articles address the importance of room arrangement in early childhood settings: "Creating Environments that Intrigue and Delight Children and Adults" (Wendy Shepherd and Jennifer Eaton); "3 Keys to Flexible Room Arrangement" (Elizabeth Prescott); "Mood: The Spirit of Place" (Anita Rui Olds); and…
Descriptors: Building Design, Classroom Design, Classroom Environment, Design Requirements
Earthman, Glen I. – School Business Affairs, 1994
The number of students in schools is growing, and school boards are faced with the choice to renovate or build new schools. Terms used when talking about remodeling and building schools are defined. Formulas to use when challenged by the renovate-or-rebuild dilemma and questions that need consideration during the decision-making process are…
Descriptors: Building Conversion, Building Design, Cost Effectiveness, Cost Estimates

Beck, Susan Gilbert – Library Hi Tech, 1996
Discusses recommendations for designing or redesigning library buildings for easy navigability. Signage, maps, collection arrangements, and placement of emergency exits must take into account observed traffic patterns, spatial or objective orientations of individual patrons, and patrons with disabilities. Contains 63 references. (BEW)
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Building Design, Facility Improvement, Furniture Arrangement
Glass, Thomas E. – School Business Affairs, 1994
Evaluating educational facilities requires utilizing an effective assessment process. The five key components of space adequacy are scheduling efficiency, design efficiency, technical capacity, practical capacity, site capacity, and suitability. Assessment of the physical adequacy of school building should explore the following areas:…
Descriptors: Building Design, Classroom Design, Classrooms, Educational Facilities Planning

Wells, Marianna; Young, Rosemary – Special Libraries, 1994
Provides a blueprint of details to consider and actions to undertake when planning and moving a library. It examines space needs, spatial design elements, requirements for reader stations, collections, and new technology; provides suggestions for master planning and siting; and gives tips on how to successfully move into a new facility. (Contains…
Descriptors: Building Design, Design Requirements, Facility Guidelines, Facility Planning
The Educational Facility Planner, 1995
This document contains nationally recognized educational-facility designs, including the 1994 James D. MacConnell Award Winner--Heritage Oak Elementary School in Roseville, California. The architectural designs of other schools are also included--10 elementary schools, 6 high schools, 1 vocational school, 3 institutes of higher education, 1…
Descriptors: Architectural Programming, Building Design, Building Innovation, Building Plans
Stuebing, Susan; And Others – 1995
This report describes 21 educational buildings where innovative use was made of information technology in the educational process. The study was partially funded by the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) Programme on Educational Building (PEB). Site visits were conducted during spring and autumn 1993 to the 21 schools in…
Descriptors: Building Design, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Facilities Design, Educational Facilities Planning
American Inst. of Architects, Washington, DC. – 1998
This step-by-step guide helps communities think and talk about school renewal through innovative planning and design, and high quality construction. It begins with an overview of need and available funding, then describes potential members of a school-improvement team. These include: architects, state school agents, community groups, local elected…
Descriptors: Architects, Building Design, Construction Costs, Educational Environment
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