The meaning of the term systems buildings" is explained, and the ramifications of the concept are discussed. (LS)

Various systems approaches used in the design and construction of a flexible school facility with a specific look at systems buildings in use by school boards in Rochester, New York and Hillsboro, Oregon. (RA)

Examined first is "the overall problem of housing a TV studio complex to see what particular sorts of buildings are required and how they must be related," and then considered are "the relative merits and particular problems of new studio building or a conversion." (LS)

Since the modern architect is freed from the formal design criteria that previously molded his work, he must replace these restrictions with some of his own creation. (CK)

Behavioral studies of student preferences helped shape new dormitories at University of Guelph, adopting study/bedroom as basic building unit. (Editor/IR)

The plan of the college is a complex of six departments clustered about a central mall. Instructional facilities for each department are focused on a resource center electronically connected to the main library. (MLF)

Presents a discussion of library facility design with regard to storage needs, readers' needs, and staff needs, with emphasis on lighting, space, and movement paths (galleries, corridors, foyers, halls, arcades). Illustrative material is provided. (EJS)

The architectural designs of 13 of Canada's 124 Carnegie libraries are briefly described with 17 photographs showing features of the buildings. (CHC)

The new student center at Villanova University was designed to look as if it had always been there. A large roof forms a unifying framework for the variety of activities organized on two levels. Each function has its place, yet shares visual contact with the other activities. (Author/MLF)

Examines the storage conditions and the circumstances surrounding the film storage facility fire in Suitland, Maryland, which destroyed over 13 million feet of film. Outlines possible causes for the fire and offers recommendations for prevention of such future disasters. (JMF)