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Lifchex, Raymond – Journal of Architectural Education, 1981
An Exxon-sponsored project at Berkeley on architectural design with the handicapped user in mind is described. Handicapped people are used as a resource in teaching an architectural design course. Physical disability and architectural access are seen as meaningless unless taught within a context of human experience. (MLW)
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Architectural Education, Building Design, College Students

Taylor, Paul H. – Science Teacher, 1980
Identified are areas to be considered in designing flexible school science facilities, such as educational philosophy and objectives, major trends, and teaching methods; also specific area considerations of site selection, spatial relationships, media and computer usage, various environmental considerations, ventilation, furniture, storage, and…
Descriptors: Building Design, Design Requirements, Educational Facilities Design, Elementary School Science

Jones, David J. – Australian Library Journal, 1997
The design of new public library buildings is influenced by a changing information environment. This article describes the impact of information technology (IT) and community attitudes and expectations on public library planning and design. Outlines considerations for building design: location, identity, symbolism, ambiance, accessibility, size,…
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Building Design, Community Attitudes, Costs

Young, JoAnne – Catholic Library World, 1995
Considers four principal topics from the perspective of faculty/librarian relations: (1) the library's enhanced capacity to identify and acquire information; (2) the librarian's role in the teaching/learning process; (3) library staffing as it affects services and collections; and (4) a well-planned library building that includes librarian/faculty…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Building Design, Higher Education, Librarian Teacher Cooperation
Smith, Pat – Illinois School Board Journal, 1996
Aging buildings and increasing enrollments are putting school construction back on school boards' agendas. Planners can expect sticker shock, due to rising construction costs, and wiring, lighting, and other accommodations for technology. They must also rethink designs for libraries, traffic control, parking, and security, and consider…
Descriptors: Building Design, Building Obsolescence, Construction Costs, Construction Management
Parry, Norm – American Libraries, 1997
Describes how a historic church building in New Woodstock, New York was converted into a full-service modern library. Discusses community support and patron involvement in the project, the design plan which retained the historical integrity and satisfied modern requirements, funding from local contributions, spatial arrangements, and provisions…
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Architectural Character, Building Conversion, Building Design
School Planning & Management, 2002
Describes the design of numerous school buildings (pre-K to college), including their educational context and design goals. Includes information on the size, cost, and development team, and provides the floor plan and photographs. Concludes with an architects and manufacturers index. (EV)
Descriptors: Architecture, Awards, Building Design, Building Innovation
Design Cost Data, 2002
Describes the Desert Willow Library and Classroom Building, Mesquite Student Services and Administration Building, Palo Verde Science Laboratories and Classroom Building, and Ironwood Central Plant of the title college, including educational context and design goals. Includes a general description; information on the architect, construction team,…
Descriptors: Architecture, Building Design, Building Plans, College Buildings
Design Cost Data, 2002
Describes the building design of the library and technology center named in the title, including the educational context and design goals. Includes a general description; information on the architect, construction team, and manufacturers and suppliers; and a case study of costs and specifications. (EV)
Descriptors: Architecture, Building Design, Building Plans, Computer Centers
Arcuri, Elizabeth – Architectural Record, 2002
Describes the design of the building named in the title, including the educational context and design goals. Includes information on architects, consultants, suppliers, and cost, as well as floor plans and photographs. Discusses how the modern structure fits into the campus. (EV)
Descriptors: Architectural Character, Architecture, Building Design, Building Plans

Wells, Marianna; Young, Rosemary – Special Libraries, 1994
Provides a blueprint of details to consider and actions to undertake when planning and moving a library. It examines space needs, spatial design elements, requirements for reader stations, collections, and new technology; provides suggestions for master planning and siting; and gives tips on how to successfully move into a new facility. (Contains…
Descriptors: Building Design, Design Requirements, Facility Guidelines, Facility Planning
Barreiro, Jose – Northeast Indian Quarterly, 1990
A Northern Arapaho architect discusses his design process, which uses American Indian cultures, symbols, and attitudes as creative inspiration; his use of space and design elements from aboriginal housing styles; and his experiences with HUD and the Bureau of Indian Affairs Housing Improvement Program. (SV)
Descriptors: American Indian Culture, American Indian Reservations, American Indians, Architects
Woodward, Jeannette – American Libraries, 1999
Focuses on selecting appropriate furnishings, floorings, and surfaces for a new library. Discusses appropriate color schemes; carpeting; protecting wood surfaces with polyurethane, user-friendly furniture, and flexible staff workstations. (AEF)
Descriptors: Building Design, Carpeting, Color Planning, Design Preferences
Design Cost Data, 2002
Describes the building design of the high school named in the title, including the educational context and design goals. Includes information on the architects, manufacturers/suppliers, and construction team; a general building description; and a case study of construction costs and specifications. Also provides the floor plan and photographs. (EV)
Descriptors: Building Design, Building Plans, Construction Costs, Construction Management
McKinney, Heather – Texas Architect, 2002
Describes the building design of the J. J. "Jake" Pickle Elementary/St. John Community Center in Austin, Texas, including the educational context, design goals, and architects and contractor. Discusses the incorporation of objects from the community as art specimens within the building. Also provides the floor plan and photographs. (EV)
Descriptors: Art, Building Design, Building Innovation, Building Plans