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Bayes, Kenneth, Ed.; Francklin, Sandra, Ed. – 1971
The eleven articles in the volume concern methods and techniques for designing specialized schools, institutions, and other buildings or accommodations for the handicapped and particularly for exceptional children (both handicapped and gifted). Written by architects and others in this field, the articles discuss incorporation of both psychological…
Descriptors: Architectural Programing, Building Design, Classroom Environment, Disabilities
Download full textCalifornia State Dept. of Education, Sacramento. Bureau of Industrial Education. – 1971
Resulting from a conference concerned with high-rise fire problems, this manual has been prepared as a fire department training manual and as a reference for students enrolled in fire service training courses. Information is provided for topics dealing with: (1) Typical Fire Problems in High-Rise Buildings, (2) Heat, (3) Smoke and Fire Gases, (4)…
Descriptors: Building Design, Buildings, Fire Fighters, Fire Protection
Shaver and Co., Michigan City, IN. – 1972
One of the newest and most promising developments in architecture has been the use of lightweight structures for encapsulating space. Using this new technology, builders can enclose large and small areas at a fraction of the cost of conventional construction and at the same time provide interior space that is totally flexible. This brochure shows…
Descriptors: Air Structures, Architectural Character, Building Design, Building Innovation
Oddo, Sandra – Progressive Architecture, 1979
The design and effectiveness of a number of government/industry active solar demonstration projects. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Architectural Research, Building Design, Building Innovation, Demonstration Programs
Adcox, John W., Jr. – Florida Vocational Journal, 1977
Description of a building trades program at Southside Skill Center in Jacksonville, Florida, in which students in six vocational shops get practical experience in hands-on demonstration and training projects by building homes on the school grounds. (JT)
Descriptors: Building Trades, Buildings, Demonstration Programs, Demonstrations (Educational)
American School and University, 1977
Solar energy collector panels are used as a freestanding canopy over walks that will connect an arts complex eventually consisting of five buildings. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Art Education, Arts Centers, Building Design, Building Systems
Peer reviewedDubin, Fred – Library Trends, 1987
Discusses the following aspects of the design of mechanical and electrical systems to meet the various requirements of libraries: (1) library planning teams; (2) raised floors; (3) lighting considerations; (4) air quality; (5) acoustics; and (6) climate controls. The importance of adaptability to meet future needs is stressed. (MES)
Descriptors: Acoustical Environment, Building Design, Building Systems, Climate Control
Peer reviewedAllen, Walter C. – Library Trends, 1987
This extensive bibliography on library building includes 15 categories: bibliography; background; general; planning teams; building programs; alternatives to new buildings; academic libraries; public libraries; school libraries; special libraries; site selection; interior planning and equipment; maintenance; security; and moving. (MES)
Descriptors: Architecture, Building Conversion, Building Design, Construction Programs
Smith, Marcus W. – School Business Affairs, 1986
Describes the Department of Energy's Institutional Conservation Program (ICP) that can provide federal funding to school administrators for help in gaining control over excessive energy costs. (MD)
Descriptors: Building Operation, Elementary Secondary Education, Energy Conservation, Facility Improvement
Peer reviewedBrubaker, C. William – CEFP Journal, 1976
Buildings can be designed in harmony with the natural environment, and new techniques of "active" solar design exist to collect and use solar energy for space heating and cooling. Preservation and reuse of existing buildings and neighborhoods are other ways to conserve energy. (Author/MLF)
Descriptors: Building Conversion, Building Design, Climate, Climate Control
Mostaedi, Arian – 2002
The aim of this book is to offer a balanced overview of architects considered to be worthy representatives of this generation's building forms, and who have placed their creativity at the service of new educational establishments. It offers a selection of 19 designs in this field of architecture, illustrated with numerous photographs, plans, and…
Descriptors: Building Innovation, Building Plans, Educational Facilities Design, Elementary Secondary Education
Earthman, Glen – 2002
Virginia Senate Joint Resolution No. 400 requested the Department of Education (DOE) to study the feasibility of the commonwealth providing model school design plans for elementary, middle, and high schools. The resolution further requested input from school divisions and other interested persons. As a result of this request, a sample of school…
Descriptors: Building Plans, Construction Costs, Design Requirements, Educational Facilities Design
Haar, Sharon, Ed. – 2003
This monograph presents papers from the 2000 Mayors' Institute on City Design and the public forum that followed it. Essays include: "Schools for Cities: Urban Strategies" (Sharon Haar); "Reenvisioning Schools; The Mayors' Questions" (Leah Ray); "Why Johnny Can't Walk to School" (Constance E. Beaumont); "Lessons…
Descriptors: Architecture, Building Design, Educational Change, Elementary Secondary Education
Department of Energy, Washington, DC. Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy. – 2002
This publication from the EnergySmart Schools initiative, a program that focuses on improving communities nationwide through energy-saving solutions, examines some myths and misconceptions about energy in schools and provides facts that can help school districts make smarter energy choices. The myths discussed are: (1) energy isn't a major budget…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Building Operation, Elementary Secondary Education, Energy Conservation
Hertzberg, Randi, Ed. – Concrete Masonry Designs, 2001
This special journal issue addresses concrete masonry in educational facilities construction. The issue's feature articles are: (1) "It Takes a Village To Construct a Massachusetts Middle School," describing a middle school constructed almost entirely of concrete masonry and modeled after a typical small New England village; (2)…
Descriptors: Architecture, Building Design, Construction Materials, Educational Facilities Design
