Intensive brainstorming sessions for a new community college resulted in nontraditional architecture that stresses maximum flexibility and space. (Author)

Summarizes preliminary observations and hypotheses made in a pilot project. (Author)

Architects have devised a series of computer programs tailored to the planning and to the schematic design of community colleges. (Author)

New continuous feeding program offers student a variety of dining patterns and steps up employee efficiency. (Editor)

Study halls in dormitories and classroom buildings could make room in the library for students who need its books and reference services. (IR)

Plans are presented that transform schools with traditional self-contained classrooms into modern facilities with flexible spaces. (Author)

A tour of four elementary schools illustrates how antiques, plants, child-sized furniture, and other design elements can transform school lobbies and hallways into warm, welcoming places for students. School environments like these encourage children's interest and sense of responsibility, besides adding to their comfort. (PP)

Studies specific problems arising from design of archives buildings and examines three main purposes of this type of building, namely conservation, classification and restoration of archives, and the provision of access to them by administrators and research workers. Three references are listed. (Author/EJS)

Describes a community planning laboratory process held to resolve the issue of reuse of excess school facilities. (Author/MLF)

Presents results of a questionnaire sent to Australian school teachers concerning laboratory space allotments and class size. Summarizes data and compares results with the United States National Science Teachers Association recommendations on class size and space requirements. (CS)

Considers both sides of the argument concerning the allocation of financial resources and the utilization of available space in the classroom. Explores the origins and assumptions of the argument and relates their logic to the experience of a case study school. (Author/RK)

Unique features of a new vocational agriculture department facility in Diamond, Missouri, are described, which include an overhead hoist system, arc welders, storage areas, paint room, and greenhouse. (TA)