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Ferebee, Ann – Design and Environment, 1974
Investigation has revealed that usable rooftop space in New York City is approximately 20,000 acres. Haus-Rucker, Inc. is studying this unexplo red urban edge and plans to stimulate interest in this area. Suggestions for imaginative development of these spaces include utilization of hotels, brownstones, and other building types. (MA)
Descriptors: Environment, Facility Expansion, Facility Improvement, Roofing
Hall, Edward T. – Design and Environment, 1971
Proxemics deals with man's use and structuring of space, particularly the unconscious patterns that deeply influence life. It can never tell the designer how to design but can tell him important things to consider. (Author/PR)
Descriptors: Architectural Character, Behavior, Behavioral Sciences, Building Design
Design and Environment, 1972
Whiz Bang Quick City 2 went up in two days, thrived for seven more, and ecologically speaking, disappeared without a trace. The temporary, experimental community dealt with problems of community life support systems and the role that the physical design of the community plays in regard to meeting social needs of the residents for privacy and…
Descriptors: Architectural Character, Architectural Programing, Building Design, Ecology