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Cole, Raymond J. – Journal of Architectural Education, 1980
A comparative study was undertaken at the School of Architecture, University of British Columbia, to explore the effective teaching and integration of energy principles in design. Two methods were examined: the structure of a design studio, and a change in the emphasis of a theory course. (MLW)
Descriptors: Architectural Education, Building Design, Course Descriptions, Design
Waldman, Peter – Journal of Architectural Education, 1982
A "Form Primer," developed for and used in an introductory architectural design course at Princeton University, is explained and illustrated. The concept holds that architecture is made up of a typology of pieces that are composed into a whole. (MSE)
Descriptors: Architectural Education, Art History, Building Design, Classification
Montgomery County Public Schools, Rockville, MD. – 1982
Instructional units with suggested resources and appropriate activities for teaching environmental design to students in grades 6-12 are presented. An overview of program goals and suggested environmental awareness exercises and projects is followed by six illustrative units. The first unit (grade 6) focuses on environmental awareness and…
Descriptors: Architecture, Building Design, Community Study, Design
Mikulsky, Marilyn; McEnaney, Walter K. – 1983
A syllabus is provided for a comprehensive foundation course in mechanical drawing and design for grades 9, 10, 11, or 12 that is prerequisite to advanced elective courses. Introductory materials include course objectives, an overview of basic concepts, and guidelines for implementation. Brief discussions of and suggestions for the areas of design…
Descriptors: Architectural Drafting, Building Design, Course Descriptions, Course Objectives
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Fantozzi, Carla; And Others – Art Education, 1994
Presents four lesson plans designed to teach about Frank Lloyd Wright's "Hollyhock House" to primary, intermediate, and secondary art students. Provides an overview describing the history and design of the house, including its relationship to Mayan architecture. Includes nine photographs and original drawings of the building. (CFR)
Descriptors: Aesthetic Education, Architecture, Art Appreciation, Art Education
Maine Arts Commission, Augusta. – 1993
Design and the built environment are subjects of concern to Maine communities. State mandated town planning, new school construction, and the Department of Transportation plans to rebuild roads and bridges elicit public discussion. The study of design encourages elementary students to enter this public forum as informed citizens. The study of…
Descriptors: Architectural Education, Architecture, Art Activities, Art Education
Skeries, Larry – 1980
Experiences suggested within this visual arts packet provide high school students with awareness of visual expression in graphic design, product design, architecture, and crafts. The unit may be used in whole or in part and includes information about art careers and art-related jobs found in major occupational fields. Specific lesson topics…
Descriptors: Art Activities, Art Education, Art History, Building Design