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Luckman, James M. – AIA Journal, 1972
Descriptors: Architectural Programing, Architectural Research, Building Systems, College Housing
Building Systems Information Clearinghouse, Menlo Park, CA. – 1971
This document attempts to provide a "state of the art" study of the application of building systems to construction with emphasis on educational facilities. Although directed primarily at the architect and the building team, this material can also be useful to those who contemplate using building systems. Building systems are considered part of a…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Architectural Programing, Bids, Building Systems
Consulting Engineer, 1974
A multidiscipline art learning facility located near the Detroit Museum of Arts is to be constructed in phases as funds become available. The structure, as developed, is simple, repetitive, and applies easily fabricated linear elements to a square bay concept. (Author)
Descriptors: Architectural Programing, Arts Centers, Construction Materials, Modular Building Design
Building Research, 1966
Comprehensive building systems are the result of industry's search for markets, clients' desire for shorter hours and lower costs, and the growing complexity of building technology which requires the architect to depend on industry for research and development. Certain questions are raised by this trend. Will industry dominate architecture? Can…
Descriptors: Architects, Architectural Programing, Building Design, Building Systems
American School and University, 1977
Systems design, modularity, and prefabrication help speed construction of a megastructure for 8,000 students. (Author)
Descriptors: Architectural Programing, Building Systems, Community Colleges, Higher Education
National Academy of Sciences - National Research Council, Washington, DC. – 1960
Publication of conference presentations include--(1) a brief review of current modular standard development, (2) the statistical status of modular practice, (3) availability of modular products, and (4) educational programs on modular coordination. Included are--(1) explanatory diagrams, (2) text of an open panel discussion, and (3) a list of…
Descriptors: Architectural Education, Architectural Programing, Building Innovation, Building Systems
Baas, Alan M. – 1973
Replacing the general contractor with a "construction manager" directly accountable to the owner promises greatly improved control over cost and scheduling economies. The construction manager should have special skills in construction, cost analysis, critical path method scheduling, and be familiar with the qualifications of local subcontractors.…
Descriptors: Architectural Programing, Building Systems, Construction Costs, Construction Management
New Jersey State Dept. of Higher Education, Trenton. – 1972
The major special feature of a planned college building is the application of Academic Building System (ABS) planning concepts to the building design and construction. The primary feature of this approach is total future flexibility of general academic space by use of movable and compatible subsystems. These subsystems appear in the form of…
Descriptors: Architectural Programing, Building Design, College Buildings, College Planning