The effectiveness of open space depends on the richness of materials and experiences that are available within any large space. Open plan furnishings should provide the element of choice -- from critical-concentration carrels to comfy beanbag chairs, from group-study roundtables to stretched-out carpet projects''. (Author)

THE EXPANDING ROLE OF EDUCATIONAL TELEVISION AND OTHER INSTRUCTIONAL AIDS AND MEDIA IN THE LEARNING MEDIA IS DISCUSSED IN TERMS OF APPROPRIATE SPACE DESIGN AND SPACE UTILIZATION. THREE AREAS ARE IDENTIFIED IN THE NEW MEDIA--(1) PROJECTION DEVICES, (2) NONPROJECTION DEVICES, AND (3) TELEVISION. ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN CONCERNS ARE DEFINED AS--(1)…

The scope of facilities required for the conduct of research in health-related sciences is governed by the type of work to be undertaken and the physical characteristics of the building, and can range from a simple office to extremely complex laboratories with numerous utility services. Every laboratory should be designed to accommodate--(1) all…

The school furniture of tomorrow will be formed and shaped by design analysis of the learning process rather than by a discipline or maintenance function design. Three of the most significant characteristics of future school furniture will be multiple use, flexibility, and mobility. An interior componentized system will provide spaces for work and…

Workshop articles address the importance of room arrangement in early childhood settings: "Creating Environments that Intrigue and Delight Children and Adults" (Wendy Shepherd and Jennifer Eaton); "3 Keys to Flexible Room Arrangement" (Elizabeth Prescott); "Mood: The Spirit of Place" (Anita Rui Olds); and…

THIS REPORT DISCUSSES THE CONSIDERATIONS INVOLVED IN THE DESIGN OF A UNIVERSITY LIBRARY SHOWING HOW ONE FIRM IN COMPETITION APPROACHED THE PROBLEM ON A PREDETERMINED SITE. CONSIDERATIONS ARE (1) DEFINITION OF THE EDUCATIONAL AIMS AND PHILOSOPHY OF THE INSTITUTION, (2) RELATING THE FUNCTIONS OF TEACHING AND RESEARCH PROGRAMS TO THE LIBRARY, (3)…

AS&U interviews architect Edward Larrabee Barnes, who discusses two basic mistakes made by high schools and colleges in planning performing arts facilities. He explains that (1) they try to build flexibility into formal theaters and (2) they emphasize loads of seating, but leave little space for experimental work. (Author)

The traditional division of the school into discrete classrooms does not fill today's diverse student and faculty needs. The alternative might be a school divided into 40 individual carrels, 15 project rooms, 5 offices, 2 seminar rooms, and 1 multipurpose room. (Author/JM)

Discusses research on the impact of the physical environment of the classroom on student behavior and attitudes, and offers guidelines for designing informal classrooms. Encourages school personnel concerned with creating positive learning environments to pay more attention to the physical environment. (Author/NRB)

Because of structural or financial limitations, many existing school buildings cannot be rebuilt to accommodate the flexible space requirements of such innovations as open plan teaching, individualized instruction, or modular scheduling. Schools with such buildings can keep pace with educational change by using relocatables. At the present time,…

Guidelines are set down for school administrators, architects, board members, and others responsible for the planning, design, and construction of administrative facilities for the schools of their districts. The need for carefully planned, functional school administration centers is evident. This publication will assist communities of people to…

Described is an index method that will help art teachers design, maintain, and control art classroom settings. The following topics are also discussed: the historical background for environments, the emerging role of the classroom environment, humane qualities in the classroom, and flexible qualities in the classroom. (RM)

Auditoriums of the future, divisible auditoriums, economic advantages of multi-service space and auditorium location are discussed. Also presented are guides for buying and selecting seating, state equipment, portable stages, and stage lighting. (RK)

The Philadelphia Board of Education has begun to consider the purchase and conversion of commercial and industrial structures for use as teaching facilities. One such building, a six-story fireproof loft building, has been purchased for this purpose. This study investigates the possibilities and limitations of conversion and points up the…