Describes the distinctive architectural style of a new dormitory at New Orleans' Tulane University, where architects had to deal with a difficult site, a tightly defined program, a venerable institution, and a colorful locale. Includes nine photographs, floor-plans and sectional drawings. (GR)

Describes how architects expressed the potential of construction design by designing a British Columbia (Canada) elementary school that blends in with the surrounding natural setting while providing a rich enveloping and animated interior. Photographs and line drawings are provided. (GR)

Describes the design of the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University, including the educational context and design goals. Includes building plans and photographs. (EV)

Describes how the Robin Hood foundation has teamed with architects to ensure that New York City's 650 schools have comprehensive and modern libraries. Offers brief descriptions of the first six library designs resulting from this public-private partnership. (EV)

Describes the design of Baruch College in New York, including the educational context and design goals, such as community-building in a vertical space. Includes building plans and photographs. (EV)

Describes the design of a middle school building in Markt Indersdorf, Germany, including the educational context and design goals. Includes building plans and photographs. (EV)

Describes the design of Wildwood School, an urban prep school in Los Angeles that reclaimed a warehouse, including the educational context and design goals. Includes building plans and photographs. (EV)