A consulting engineer's lighting designer, brought into a project at its conceptual stage, could influence the architectural design in such a way so as to incorporate a lighting system that is both aesthetically pleasing and economical. To do this, he must speak the architect's language. (Author)

A new building has been engineered by its engineer-owner tenants with provisions for two gas-oil hot water generators and for an electric boiler, so that operating personnel could switch to whatever fuel is available. (Author/MLF)

The mechanical devices used to heat and cool a totally air conditioned elementary school are exposed to the students' view so that the teachers can explain to their pupils the basic mechanicss of heating and cooling. (Author)

Reviews attack on fire safety in high rise buildings made by a group of experts representing the iron and steel industry at a recent conference. According to one expert, fire problems are people oriented, which calls for emphasis on fire prevention rather than reliance on fire suppression and for fire pretection to be built into a structure.…

The design stage encompasses the planning and scheduling of design development, preparation of construction documents, assistance in bidding and negotiation, and periodic visits to the site. (Author)

Two years' experience in sponsoring a real-life project for drafting students has convinced the sponsoring firm that both the firm and the students benefit. (Author)

The energy shortage will have a favorable effect on city revitalizing activities as innovative thinking is applied to city and transportation planning, building design, service and recreational facilities, and sewage treatment. (Author/MF)