School districts with surplus space and those wishing to obtain space more economically than by constructing conventional additions will obtain insights from this collection of eight abstracts of references in the ERIC system. (MLF)

Brookdale Community College in Lincroft, New Jersey, is an open space facility. Follow-up studies of graduates and noncontinuing students indicate satisfaction with the structure. (Author/MLF)

A review of the development of energy standards legislation in building design and the positions emerging in response to the proposed performance standards. (Author)

At the University of Southern California solar-access design research project, Barry Knowles and students have devised a solar envelope: the largest volumetric container over a land parcel that allows solar access to all adjacent neighbors within useful time constraints. (Author/MLF)

Considers the changes and responsibilities that administrators and instructors in journalism departments must face because of federal regulations designed to assist students with special needs. (RL)

Forty-one seventh and eighth grade New York students were interviewed for purposes of determining the kinds of "built" (architectural) space most valued by children. Results indicated geometrically irregular and multileveled structures were most appealing to children. Unexpected, secret, or hidden places were also considered especially…

This program was designed to satisfy the modern needs of architects who are confronted with the constraints imposed by the principles of physics, particularly those relating to energy. The program is designed to make clear, through lectures and laboratory investigations, the relationship between concepts in physics and practice in architecture.…

The expansion of higher education institutions during the last decade has resulted in financial strain during retrenchment times as colleges and universities try to continue paying personnel and building operating expenses. The extent of the problem is addressed in this article. (LBH)

Providing data on operating expenditure and revenue generating patterns, this article reviews the origins, design, and operation of a successful new sports recreation facility. (DS)

Seven innovative structures designed for college physical education use are described. (MJB)

The relationship among architectural characteristics, organizational structure and functioning, and the social environments of 87 university student living groups were investigated. The social environment was found to be an important mediator of the effects of architectural and organizational characteristics of student living groups. (Author/MA)

Describes a student project in chemical plant design offered as part of a freshman chemical engineering course. (MLH)

The course developed and offered at Clark University over the past five years is a first exposure to architecture for the general liberal arts student. It uses historical examples wherever appropriate but emphasis is on the direct involvement of the students in the experience and design of architecture. (LBH)

Presents information on fire prevention, fire safety inspection and fire evacuation planning that child care directors and staff should be aware of. (MS)

Venturi and Rauch's addition to the Allen Art Museum at Oberlin College is in two separate parts: a loft that houses new facilities for the art department and a gallery for contemporary art. (Author/MLF)