Widespread use of solar energy is unsuccessful with large scale integration required and conservatism of responsible institutions. Rising fuel costs and government promotion may initiate expansion in commercial, environmental, and government establishments, homes, and schools. Difficulties encountered include financing, tax incentives, design,…

The "Mighty Mobius" is a portable, theatrical performance tent designed to accept power, light, and sound equipment. (Author/MLF)

This article offers a practical approach to planning media centers: where to begin, whom to involve, and what factors deserve important consideration in view of today's interest in conservation measures. (Editor)

The campus is surrounded by a circular drive with entry corridors leading to different portions of the campus. (Author)

Two schools solve the need for more classroom space -- one by renovating an existing but outdated facility and the other by building with an eye for future expansions. (Author)

A building plan based on six side-by-side hexagonal modules gives flexibility and a distinctive appearance to Pittsburgh's new Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School. (Author)

On a limited site, Grand Rapids transforms a 750-student junior high into a 3000-student senior high school. (Author)

This report presents guidelines, based on available information, for the assessment and abatement of asbestos-containing materials in buildings. Section 1 provides background information on the history and use of asbestos-containing products in buildings, the characteristics of asbestos fibers, products and materials containing asbestos, and…

The publication provides guidelines for the design of new facilities or rehabilitation of existing facilities to accommodate physically handicapped persons in the South Carolina State Parks system. The guidelines are also recommended for use in regional, special district, county, and municipal parks within the state. The guidelines were developed…

Divided into two parts, this slide narration covers India's history, people, religions, geography, and architecture. The first part, "Introduction: Country, People, and History," covers the general history of India and its people. The history is presented through: (1) the architecture, including the Palace of Winds, the Amber Fort, the…

Numerous scientific investigations show that air inside office buildings and residences can be contaminated by a large variety of toxic contaminants, some in concentrations sufficient to adversely affect the health of those exposed. The internal building environment of new or recently remodeled buildings may be responsible for illnesses sometimes…

Inventory data on the physical facilities of Ontario universities are presented for 1983-1984. The first table provides a summary of all net assignable square meters (NASM), by institution, for categories of space covered by the Council of Universities (COU) space standards and for categories of space to which the standards do not apply.…

Declining enrollments in many geographic areas result in space being available for a community school in many existing school buildings. Describes community school facilities that have been developed from found space. (Author/DN)