Success of a new educational facility is based on consistent vision and focus between the owner and the architect/interior designer. (MLF)

Incorporates data, findings, and conclusions developed by a University of North Carolina study concerning school space planning and utilization standards along with some recent experiences in higher education. Discusses the common aspects of space standards and presents a summary of assignable-square-feet ranges and means for selected Higher…

Examines the changing trends in organization, and school and class size designed to improve student learning and achievement. Discusses rising trends in public school enrollment rates and the cost of new schools needed to accommodate these numbers. (GR)

Provides tips for determining which school design is best for meeting the unique needs of a particular school district. Building toward educational goals and weighing the use of a prototype design versus a site-specific design are examined. (GR)

Presents William J. Bennett's views on the influence parents can have on school design and the alienating effect on parents from schools when they are not part of the planning process. He offers the quasi-public school concept where community opinion influences the ultimate school design. (GR)

Discusses how accident prevention can be built into the swimming-pool design phase by paying attention to swimming-pool regulations, materials for basin and deck construction, pool-fixture placement, and signs and markings. A pool planning checklist is provided. (GR)

Describes how to use the school site and landscape plan to create a safer outdoor environment for students. Facility-design concepts used by one school district to address its campus security issues are discussed. (GR)

Discusses the new trend in K-12 architectural designs that help schools provide interdisciplinary, hands-on learning along with community interaction. Several design projects are highlighted. (GR)

Describes the post-earthquake renovation of a San Francisco urban elementary school that preserved its historical detail within a modern replacement. Design features are detailed; photos and a floorplan are included. (GR)

Discusses how school design/planning can help a school double its life span. Examined are the importance of insightful planning and detailing by the architect, the need for quality workmanship by the construction team, and the value of proper maintenance of the building by the owners and maintenance team. (GR)

Highlights 40 award-winning newly constructed or renovated/restored elementary school design projects for 2000. Design descriptions, data, and photos are provided along with information about the architectural design firm used and costs per square foot and per student. (GR)

Highlights 20 award-winning newly constructed or renovated/restored middle school design projects for 2000. Design descriptions, data, and photos are provided along with information about the architectural design firm used and costs per square foot and per student. (GR)

Highlights 36 award-winning newly constructed or renovated/restored high school design projects for 2000. Design descriptions, data, and photos are provided along with information about the architectural design firm used and costs per square foot and per student. (GR)

Highlights 13 award-winning newly constructed or renovated/restored educational special-purpose facility design projects for 2000. Design descriptions, data, and photos are provided along with information about the architectural design firm used and costs per square foot and per student. (GR)

Discusses how design features of a typical New York City public school are being replaced by the School for the Physical City theme school concept. The school uses the city's infrastructure as a vehicle for studying traditional academic disciplines. (GR)