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Peer reviewedThompson, Gary F.; Riley, Keith – Athletic Business, 2002
Describes how a new arena configuration, the Alpha design, seeks to make facilities more multidimensional, with enhanced acoustics that offer superior entertainment as well as sports uses. Discusses the design's various configurations and its unique features in terms of shape and volume, loudspeakers, private suites, lighting, support spaces,…
Descriptors: Acoustical Environment, Acoustics, Architecture, Athletics
American School & University, 2002
Describes the design of notable school multipurpose rooms, including the educational context and design goals. Includes information on architects, suppliers, and cost, as well as photographs. (EV)
Descriptors: Architecture, Construction Costs, Educational Facilities Design, Elementary Secondary Education
Peer reviewedCook, Glenn – Learning By Design, 2002
A review of more than 100 educational facilities designs revealed common themes: desire for small communities of learners even in large schools, facilities that reflect the community they serve, and larger, more flexible classroom spaces that serve a variety of subject areas. Also noted was an "everything old is new again" trend and attention to…
Descriptors: Architecture, Building Design, Educational Facilities Design, Educational Facilities Planning
Newman, Mark A. – Facilities Design & Management, 2002
Describes the new Ford Building at Detroit's College for Creative Studies. The building's design is intended to "inspire future artisans" with its open setting incorporating flexible space and natural light. Includes photographs and information on suppliers. (EV)
Descriptors: Architecture, Art Education, Building Design, Building Innovation
Weathersby, William, Jr. – Architectural Record, 2002
Describes the design of a multipurpose addition to an elementary school in New Haven, completed by the Yale Urban Design Workshop. Includes drawings and photographs. (EV)
Descriptors: Architects, Architecture, Building Design, Building Innovation
Peer reviewedRieselbach, Anne – Teachers College Record, 1990
Presents an exerpt from the text and illustrations of "Building and Learning," an exhibition of the physical development of school buildings initiated to provide historical context for the "New Schools for New York" project by the Architectural League/Public Educational Association. The exerpt provides a sample of public…
Descriptors: Architecture, Building Design, Building Plans, Educational Facilities Design
Peer reviewedGenevro, Rosalie – Teachers College Record, 1990
Describes the 1989-90 "New Schools for New York" architectural study project which asked architects to create schools (via renovation or new construction) embodying flexibility, security, warmth, cost efficiency, and respect for students and teachers as individuals. The specific architectural challenges at each of the six selected sites…
Descriptors: Architects, Architecture, Building Design, Community Schools
Abbott, Carl; Abbott, Cooper – 1995
This paper discusses the impact of layout and design of child care centers on the education of young children. It asserts that child care facilities must be designed to support and stimulate children's natural developmental processes, providing both direct and indirect educational opportunities. The paper discusses the stages of the design process…
Descriptors: Architecture, Building Design, Classroom Design, Classroom Furniture
