Author describes arguments presented and problems overcome by the college and city in arriving at the decision to construct a non-urban rather than city- centered university. (IR)

Addresses four questions regarding employment in the construction industry: (1) what have the long-term trends been, (2) how does the business cycle affect construction, (3) what are the seasonal patterns, and (4) what is the impact of these trends on workers. (JOW)

It is argued that the court decision in Widmar v. Vincent, striking down a university's restriction on building use for religious activities, is consistent with the First Amendment's Establishment Clause precedent, does not threaten to undermine its purpose or intended reach, and may in fact clarify it. (MSE)

The South Carolina Building Quality Survey Project that helped institutions and state agencies determine need for renovations and priorities for renovation is described, along with the resulting procedures manual. Evaluation forms are included. (MSE)

Examines issues and influences surrounding massive school closure in Seattle, Washington, and identifies factors that led to the success of a program to rescue school space for other purposes. Attributes the success of the reuse program to planning policies and management processes, city government cooperation, and citizen involvement. (MJL)

Presents findings from study of design activities among 26 novice instructional designers which investigated prevalence of initial generation of more than one design solution; basis on which solutions are accepted or rejected; constraints encountered in proceeding with design; way in which designers know design is finished. Twelve references are…

The Total Studio, an ideal pedagogical construct, representing the holistic approach to architectural education is described. The design studio is seen as offering the best opportunity for teaching architecture and it is the only environment in which all aspects of architectural ideas and skills can be learned. (MLW)

Lists questions that must be answered when deciding whether to close a school, when planning a closure, and when making sure the closure is successful. (JM)

The Physical and Architectural Features Checklist (PAF) measures physical resources of sheltered care settings in terms of nine derived dimensions. Data show that facilities which have more physical resources are seen as attractive by outside observers and pleasant by residents. Cost is not related to any PAF dimension. (Author)

A new campus for Philadelphia Community College will have the old U.S. Mint as its hub. Design criteria will make it totally barrier-free. (Author)

Movable floors for swimming pools allow deep water to be converted to any depth desired. The advantages of increased flexibility and multiple use are obvious for nonswimmers, children, and handicapped persons. (Author/MLF)

Describes the findings of a Canadian commission which inquired into the effects of declining enrollments on matters affecting school buildings, school curriculum, the teaching force, and the wider community. Also includes recommendations for action to the Minister of Education. (CT)

Some quantitative methods are illustrated that might be used to select design elements that are appropriate year-round and matched to the annual climate profile, and, in addition, to apportion architectural and mechanical strategies so that they complement one another. (Author/MLF)

Comments from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) concerning three recommendations (in an article in a previous issue of this journal about inspecting schools for asbestos-containing materials) that are in direct conflict with those offered by EPA. (MLF)