Economical design and smooth functioning of libraries require detailed preplanning before the architect begins to draw. This preplanning and coordination can be facilitated by an interior designer deft in communication skills and willing to become acquainted with library functions. Flow charts, spatial analysis, and layouts are useful tools to…

The furniture, fabrics and interior architectural systems designed by George Nelson, Charles and Ray Eames, Alexander Girard and Robert Propst for Herman Miller, Incorporated, have revolutionized American design by their brilliant use of new materials and exploitation of mass production techniques. A stunning exhibition of their combined efforts…

In order to sustain strong academic programs and to provide a safe and comfortable environment for learning in the state's public colleges and universities, the facilities that house the institutions' programs must be maintained and replenished. The size, condition, and adequacy of these facilities have an impact on the quantity and quality of the…

The case study approach was used to analyze experiential learning through its three components: knowledge, action, and reflection. Two interior design courses were integrated through a university service-learning project. The restoration/adaptive reuse of a 95-year-old library building was to serve as a prototype for future off-campus…

Discusses a "package deal" library--a prefabricated building including interior furnishing--in terms of costs, fitness for purpose, and interior design, i.e., shelving, flooring, heating, lighting, and humidity. Advantages and disadvantages of the package library are also considered. (Author/MBR)

New theories and practices in education are making traditional school furniture obsolete; some examples of new furnishings are shown. (Author)

Designing toy stores to appeal to the child instead of the adult shopper. (RA)

Floor plans and photographs illustrate a description of the Samuel C. Williams Library at Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, N.J. The unusual interior design allows students to take full advantage of the library's resources. (JW)

A gymnasium that is now outgrown has been redesigned to be a campus center for students, faculty, and visitors. (Author/MLF)

Describes problem solving in relation to interior design. Discusses the six-stage design process that will enable consumers to evaluate the critical thinking process. (JOW)

Photo essay illustrates library interiors of 20 newly built or renovated libraries ranging from renovated Carnegies to multimillion dollar university pantheons. Facilities represent academic libraries, public libraries (including children's and young adult's sections), a history library, a medical library, and a corporate library. Names and…

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to compare student achievement with three school design classifications: movement and circulation, day lighting, and views. Design/methodology/approach: From a sample of 71 schools, measures of these three school designs, taken with a ten-point Likert scale, are compared to students' outcomes defined by six…

Many principals' offices are less attractive and functional than they could be if certain simple guidelines were followed. This article suggests ways of designing and equipping office space for maximum benefits. (Editor)

Low-budget renovations liven up two elementary school libraries. (Author/MLF)