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Taylor, Anne, Ed.; Muhlberger, Joe, Ed. – MASS Magazine, 1998
This issue addresses (1) growing international interest in learning environments and their effects on behavior, and (2) design education, an integrated model for visual-spatial lifelong learning. It focuses on this new and emerging integrated field which integrates elements in education, new learning environment design, and the use of more two-…
Descriptors: Architecture, Building Design, Building Innovation, Classroom Environment
LOPEZ, FRANK G.; RIKER, HAROLD C. – 1961
A BROAD OVERVIEW IS PROVIDED OF PROBLEMS AND PRACTICES IN THE DESIGN OF COLLEGE HOUSING FACILITIES. MAJOR TOPICS INCLUDE (1) CHARACTERISTICS OF STUDENT POPULATIONS, (2) TYPES OF HOUSING SOLUTIONS, (3) ENVIRONMENTAL COMPONENTS AND CRITERIA, (4) PLANNING METHODS, AND (5) FINANCING CONSIDERATIONS. THE DISCUSSION IS CENTERED AROUND THE NEEDS OF…
Descriptors: Building Design, Building Innovation, College Buildings, College Housing
Riker, Harold C.; Lopez, Frank G. – 1961
A report providing a broad overview of problems and practices in the design of college housing facilities. Major topics include--(1) characteristics of student populations, (2) types of housing solutions, (3) environmental components and criteria, (4) planning methods, and (5) financing considerations. The discussion is centered around the needs…
Descriptors: Building Design, Building Innovation, College Buildings, College Housing
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Peele, Katherine N.; Malone, Sara – Learning By Design, 2002
Discusses sustainable school design and its benefits to the environment, offering examples of illustrative schools. Provides suggestions on site selection (such as using smaller sites and recycling existing buildings), sharing facilities with the community, and construction elements that improve environmental impact (such as flexibility,…
Descriptors: Building Design, Building Innovation, Conservation (Environment), Ecological Factors
Sherman, Lee – Northwest Education, 2001
An award-winning Alaskan elementary school is designed to blend into the landscape; capture as much winter daylight as possible; and generally accommodate safety, flexibility, practicality, and whimsy. In a sidebar, the architect explains the importance of architect/educator collaboration in designing a building that supports an educational…
Descriptors: Architectural Character, Building Design, Building Innovation, Educational Environment
Boss, Suzie – Northwest Education, 2001
American's aging schools need replacing. New schools should enhance teaching and learning and accommodate the needs of all learners; serve as community centers; involve all stakeholders in the planning process; provide for health, safety, and security; make effective use of all available resources; and be adaptable to changing needs. Examples of…
Descriptors: Architectural Character, Building Design, Building Innovation, Design Requirements
Clynes, Roger – 1990
The development of adaptable and flexible educational buildings and facilities to support changes in educational systems is the subject of this report. A summary of a seminar sponsored by the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) comprises the first part of this report. Issues discussed include the nature of change and…
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Architectural Research, Building Design, Building Innovation