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Sayre, Thomas H.; McKelvey, James B. – Exceptional Education Quarterly, 1983
The purpose and theoretical design basis of PUSH (Play Units for the Severely Handicapped) are described. The typical unit with accompanying peripheral equipment and its uses is explained. The PUSH concept has evolved into an architectural design process to fit the needs of institutionalized individuals. (Author/CL)
Descriptors: Architecture, Design Requirements, Facilities, Institutional Environment
Klepper, David L. – Theatre Design and Technology, 1973
Describes technical specifications required in designing theatre spaces for high intelligibility of speech. (CH)
Descriptors: Acoustical Environment, Acoustics, Architecture, Building Design
Frank, Mary, Ed. – Special Issue: Children in Contemporary Society, 1977
The special issue of the journal, Children in Contemporary Society, contains 17 brief articles on environmental design for young handicapped and normal children. Articles have the following titles: "Introduction", "Environmental Design and Architecture", "Why Is Environmental Design Important to Young Children", "Children's Hospital National…
Descriptors: Architecture, Building Design, Design Requirements, Early Childhood Education
Wells, Malcolm B. – Environmental Quality Magazine, 1973
The need to apply wilderness principles to architecture and the construction of buildings is explored. Earth-covered building designs are advocated, utilizing sewerless toilets, recycled wastes, and solar energy. A 15-item checklist illutrates how to construct a wilderness-based building. (BL)
Descriptors: Architecture, Building Design, Design Requirements, Ecology
Download full textRehabilitation Services Administration (DHEW), Washington, DC. – 1967
The need for environmental improvement to benefit the handicapped and the elderly is stated and the following are detailed: priorities for action, the lack of public awareness, progress to date, and reasons why the problem of architectural barriers persists. Listings are provided of the Commission's recommendations for legislation, research and…
Descriptors: Architecture, Building Design, Design Requirements, Disabilities
Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board, Washington, DC. – 1980
The result of a survey of barrier related literature, research, studies, and legislation completed or in progress, the resource guide lists approximately 1,500 citations regarding barrier free access for disabled persons. Bibliographic information (date, title, author, ordering and price specifications, pagination); descriptors; and a brief…
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Architecture, Attitudes, Court Litigation
Grunewald, Karl – 1975
Based on a 1971 conference in Sweden, the booklet examines practical planning and operational aspects of day care centers for mentally retarded adults who cannot participate in sheltered work. Topics addressed are facility location in relation to transportation, community services, and group homes; size; design to accommodate self care training,…
Descriptors: Adults, Architecture, Building Design, Day Care Centers
Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board, Washington, DC. – 1977
The resource guide lists information on 1341 references (1960-1975) on barrier-free environments for elderly and/or handicapped persons. Each citation contains bibliographic information (author, title, ordering information and source), descriptors, and a brief abstract. Resources are arranged according to the following categories (sample subtopics…
Descriptors: Architectural Barriers, Architecture, Attitudes toward Disabilities, Building Design
Abeson, Alan; Ackerman, Paul – 1965
The proceedings of a conference called to institute a dialogue between the architectural and educational professions are summarized. Areas considered include deterrents to efficient dialogue, the need for research, parameters of research (foundational questions; flexibility; furniture, materials, hardware, and teaching equipment; information…
Descriptors: Architecture, Building Design, Children, Classroom Design
