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Architecting the "Third Teacher": Solid Foundations for the Participatory and Principled Design of Schools and (Built) Learning Environments
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Hall, Tony – European Journal of Education, 2017
This issue of the "European Journal of Education" examines a crucially important, though largely overlooked, area in educational design research: architecting and building physical educational environments. Effective policymaking in school design necessitates the negotiated, shared and timely input of key educational stakeholders,…
Descriptors: Architecture, School Buildings, Educational Facilities Design, Reggio Emilia Approach
Towards an Interdisciplinary Model of Practice for Participatory Building Design in Education
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Könings, Karen D.; Bovill, Catherine; Woolner, Pamela – European Journal of Education, 2017
It is recognised that educational environments influence learning experiences, so it is important to ensure that educational buildings are designed to be fit for purpose. In order to ensure that educational buildings meet the needs of those who use them, all relevant stakeholders should be involved in the design process. However, this is not…
Descriptors: Interdisciplinary Approach, Building Design, School Buildings, Teaching Methods
Simplified Floor-Area-Based Energy-Moisture-Economic Model for Residential Buildings
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Martinez, Luis A. – ProQuest LLC, 2009
In the United States, 21% of all energy is used in residential buildings (40% of which is for heating and cooling homes). Promising improvements in residential building energy efficiency are underway such as the Building America Program and the Passive House Concept. The ability of improving energy efficiency in buildings is enhanced by building…
Descriptors: Structural Elements (Construction), Conservation (Concept), Energy Conservation, Energy
Comprehensive Architectural Services--General Principles and Practice.
Hunt, William Dudley, Jr., Ed. – 1965
A basic primer of comprehensive architectural services has been compiled for use by architects who wish to expand the range of services offered to clients. The titles of the six major parts describe the topic content--(1) The New Role of the Architect, (2) Principles of Comprehensive Architectural Services, (3) The Architect and His Client, (4)…
Descriptors: Architects, Architectural Programing, Architecture, Building Design
Creative Control of Building Costs.
Hunt, William Dudley, Jr., Ed. – 1967
Architects and other authorities interested in cost control examine the importance and use of its methods and principles. They outline the major factors in design and construction that determine building costs. The discussions include those elements of maintenance, repair, and replacement that add to the cost of a finished building during its…
Descriptors: Architecture, Building Design, Construction Costs, Cost Effectiveness
The Urban Nest.
Pollowy, Anne-Marie – 1977
In this book, the many factors necessary to make city spaces more child-sensitive are considered. Particular attention is given to dwellings and play spaces. Child development as it relates to the spatial environment and the child's use of various spaces (houses, apartments, service areas, playgrounds) at different ages are investigated. The…
Descriptors: Architecture, Building Design, Child Development, Guidelines