Examines how rising energy costs will affect school planning in general and urban school planning in particular. It discusses the energy crisis, the energy consumption by schools, and the potential for energy conservation in education. Also describes a project to be undertaken in New York City to determine ways of conserving energy in that city's…

Whiz Bang Quick City 2 went up in two days, thrived for seven more, and ecologically speaking, disappeared without a trace. The temporary, experimental community dealt with problems of community life support systems and the role that the physical design of the community plays in regard to meeting social needs of the residents for privacy and…

If people are more strongly motivated to learn in an environment of their own creation, then the school as it exists today could change radically. The role of today's school as a "socializing institution that prepares students for the "real world of those who run the school would no longer exist. (CK)

Four projects were assigned to final year civil engineering undergraduates in a course on structural steel design. The projects involved the design, construction, and testing of two columns and two trusses. (TS)

Describes fast-track, a method for saving time and construction costs by phased or overlapping construction--e.g., constructing such elements as the foundation before the rest of the building has been completely designed. (JF)

Relating the systems approach to building technology with prefabrication in the construction industry, this article discusses education's role in systems building. (GB)

Discusses the School Construction Systems Development (SCSD) project, a system of mass produced facility components. The experience provided by the project should be of value to those using the systems approach to design and construction. (JF)

Describes the reasons for selecting the vacated Derry Township Intermediate School building for the public library in Hershey, PA. (CHC)

An architect designed his combination living and working structure with a central solar heated area and nine thermal zones to make the most efficient use of energy collected. (Author/MLF)

Renovation and conversion of many old buildings at Davidson (North Carolina) College over the past fifteen years have saved millions of dollars and preserved the neoclassical architecture of the campus. The Davidson shop crews' repair and remodeling projects are described and illustrated by several photographs. (MF)

Whether renovating or constructing a school building, planners must give serious thought to how a building might accommodate different instructional approaches and avoid traffic or supervision nightmares. Planners must also consider aesthetics, community-school partnerships, and educational technology's role. A sidebar by James Fox and Kay Psencik…

Describes the design of notable school auditoriums and music rooms, including the educational context and design goals. Includes information on architects, suppliers, and cost, as well as photographs. (EV)

Describes the design of the building named in the title, including the educational context and design goals. Includes a general description; information on the architect, construction team, and manufacturers and suppliers; and a case study of costs and specifications. Also includes a floor plan and photographs. (EV)