A historical perspective of the use of color on both the interior and exterior of buildings. (Author/MLF)

Multidimensional scaling based on similarity ratings was compared with the semantic differential technique (SDT) in a follow-up study. Previous studies had indicated a fairly close agreement between the results of the SDT and multidimensional scaling which the present study partly corroborated in one experiment for color slides of urban/suburban…

Detailed analyses of anticipated construction projects, their effects on the immediate environment, the surrounding area, and the overall campus design of the University of Washington. The architectural firm was called upon to create techniques for the evaluation of the amenities of the existing campus and establish guides for the future…

This bulletin discusses the use of color in school buildings and describes those colors specifically designed for use in schools. Part I discusses the difficulty of using color in physical environments where many different and often conflicting needs must be met, encourages the systematic consideration of these needs, and suggests principles or…

This booklet is intended to inform school district officials, school planners, and manufacturers of the Bureau's criteria for adequate housing. Part 1 discusses the portable classroom impact, presents data about portable classrooms, and states the Bureau's policy regarding portables. Part 2, performance specifications, is presented to clarify the…