The development, content, and implementation of a space model at the University of Minnesota are detailed. Its objectives were to (1) obtain a management tool for assessing current space utilization and projecting facility needs; (2) assess quality of existing facilities; and (3) identify and assimilate the university's unique space needs.…

The potential of improved space use as an alternative to new construction in Texas public colleges and universities was evaluated. Space utilization was measured in three ways, each of which viewed room use differently. The average number of hours per week that classrooms and class laboratories are in use on public university campuses was…