Resource Lists
CASE STUDIES--HIGHER EDUCATION FACILITIES Descriptions, photographs, and floor plans of specific college and university facilities projects, compiled by the National Clearinghouse for Educational Facilities. References to Books and Other Media
Designing for Education: Compendium of Exemplary Educational Facilities 2011 (OECD Centre for Effective Learning Environments , Sep 2011)
Showcases over 60 exemplary recently built or refurbished schools and universities from 28 countries and includes examples of early childhood, primary, secondary, vocational and higher education facilities spanning countries in six continents, from India, Uruguay and Portugal, to Australia, United States and Burkina Faso. Collectively, these projects demonstrate state-of-the-art design in this field and each one is lavishly illustrated with colour photos, plans and descriptions.
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Steelcase Education Solutions Case Study: University of Michigan (Steelcase, Feb 17, 2011)
The University of Michigan takes a fresh approach to their classrooms, implementing a strategy that includes engagement, collaboration and flexibility. A variety of classroom set-ups and solutions offer students a variety of classroom experiences. Each incorporating collaborative tools and technology.
Steelcase Education Solutions Case Study: Stanford d.school (Steelcase, Dec 06, 2010)
The d.School's philosophy holds that space, furniture, tools, and technology are integral to pedagogy. Students are encouraged to display their ideas and work in progress. See how they use their space to promote behaviors critical to design thinking, such as empathy and experimentation.
Bing Thom Architects Make a University Parking Garage a Good Neighbor.
Jan 2010
Profiles a 380,000-square-foot parking garage built into a hillside, and topped with a green soccer and recreation field at ground level on the Calgary campus of the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology. The scale and footprint of the building is minimized, while maintaining views to nearby historic campus buildings.
Columbia College Media Center. 2010
Architect Jeanne Gang profiles her new higher education design, explaining how a tight and noisy urban site was put to use, how ramps enable mobility between floors, and how the history and process of film production informed her design.
Cooper Union: Thom Mayne Tour of 41 Cooper Square. (McGraw Hill Construction Video Library, 2010)
Video profile of this new building for the Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art in New York. Commentary by the building's architect Thom Mayne, and details of spaces and materials are included. [Scroll down to Cooper Union video.]
Innovation Park at Notre Dame.
(Herman Miller, Inc., Zeeland, MI , 2010)
Profiles this higher education facility with flexible interiors that enables students to collaborate with companies to test the commercial potential of ideas. The building has very few permanent walls, minimalist staff space, and movable furniture to accommodate a variety of groups. 2p.
MIT Department of Facilities. Completed Projects.
(Massachusettes Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA, 2010)
MIT has embarked on the most ambitious building initiatives in its history. This website describes the new building projects, including the Stata Center designed by Frank Gehry, Simmons Hall--a new dormitory by Steven Holl, a media lab by Fumihiko Maki, the Brain and Cognitive Sciences Complex, and the Albert and Barrie Zesiger Sports and Fitness Center.
University of Michigan, Ross School of Business.
(Herman Miller Inc., Zeeland, MI , 2010)
Profiles this airy and comfortable facility, in which operable windows, abundant furniture, and attractive ash veneers throughout create an agreeable learning environment. 2p.
2009 SCUP Excellence in Planning, SCUP Excellence in Landscape Architecture and SCUP/AIA-CAE Excellence in Architecture Award Recipients.
(Society for College and University Planning, Ann Arbor, MI, 2009)
Links to full-page photographs or plans of all of the award winning projects from the 2008 SCUP/AIA-CAE Excellence in Planning, Excellence in Landscape Architecture and Excellence in Architecture Awards. Each project is accompanies by a photographs, a description, and a list of the project participants.
Educational Environments 4.
(Visual Reference Publications Inc., New York, NY , 2009)
Presents examples of innovative new educational facilities, organized by the architectural firms that designed them. The examples are largely higher education projects in the United States, with a few K-12 projects included. A short description of each project is accompanied by photographs. 258p.
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Yale School of Forestry and Environmental Studies: Kroon Hall.
(Yale School of Forestry and Environmental Studies, 2009)
This details the concept, design, and construction process for this LEED-rated academic building. It describes the buildings features, offers videos of site visits during construction, lists the project participants, and provides floor plans.
Bladen Community College Facilities Master Plan.
 (Bladen Community College, Dublin, NC , Jun 02, 2008)
Presents this North Carolina community college's facilities master plan, with ten projects selected based on collaboration between academic departments, design professionals, and administration. The three projects to receive immediate attention are detailed, and the key implications derived from these projects are discussed. 16p.
2008 SCUP/AIA-CAE Excellence in Planning, Excellence in Landscape Architecture and Excellence in Architecture Award Recipients.
(Society for College and University Planning; American Institute of Architects Committee on Architecture for Education, May 2008)
Links to full-page photographs or plans of all of the award winning projects from the 2008 SCUP/AIA-CAE Excellence in Planning, Excellence in Landscape Architecture and Excellence in Architecture Awards.
Project Profile: Clark University’s Lasry Center for Bioscience, Worcester, Massachusetts (U.S. Green Building Council, 2008)
Case study of a high-performance laboratory. The 50,000-square-foot, three-story building includes 12 research laboratories in addition to 14 faculty offices, three lounges, and two conference rooms. Designed to use 34% less energy than a comparable conventional building. 38% of all materials, measured by cost, were manufactured within 500 miles of the project. 2p.
State-of-the-Art Performing Arts Facility Born out of Historic High School.
Vogel, Claire (Designshare, Minneapolis, MN , 2008)
Profiles Colorado State University's new University Center for the Arts, which converted the 1924 Fort Collins High School into a facility providing concert, theatre, dance, and visual arts spaces. Plans and photographs are included. 3p.
Learning Centers, Libraries, and IT: Providing Integrated Support Services in a Learning Commons.
Dickerson, Carol; Kuerbis, Paul; Stiles, Randy (Educause, Boulder, CO , Feb 27, 2007)
Describes the process and product of building Colorado College s Learning Commons, the successes and challenges of collaboration, and quantitative and qualitative benefits of the work for the campus community. The space was created within in its library. The collaboration also spawned a group that provides integrated learning support services (ILSS) to the campus, benefiting faculty and students. The Learning Commons and ILSS group are serving as a test bed and a brain trust for ongoing design work for a new library 10p.
2007 Notable Projects: College and University.
Architype Review; v2 n2 ; 2007
Case studies, including project description, project team, and photographs of the following colleges and universities: The University of Chicago Graduate School of Business, Chicago, IL, Rafael Viñoly Architects; University of Iowa School of Art & Art History, Iowa City, IA, Steven Holl Architects; Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art New Academic Building, New York, NY, mOrphosis; Simons Rock College of Bard Daniel Arts Center, Great Barrington, MA, Ann Beha Architects; The Ohio State University Knowlton School of Architecture, Columbus, OH,Mack Scogin Merrill Elam Architects; Fashion Institute of Technology Competition, New York, NY, Joel Sanders Architect; University of California San Diego Calit2, La Jolla, CA, NBBJ; Sarah Lawrence College Monica A. and Charles A. Heimbold Jr. Visual Arts Center, Bronxville, NY, Polshek Partnership Architects;
2007 Renovation and Construction Showcase.
(Association of College Unions International, Bloomington, IN , 2007)
Presents 14 distinctive new or renovated higher education student union buildings from 2006. Each example includes photographs, a description, building statistics, and a list of project participants. 12p.
Higher Education Facilities: Issues and Trends.
Marmolejo, Francisco; Gonzalez, Reynold; Gersberg, Nils; Nenonen, Suvi; Calvo- Sotelo, Pablo (Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development, Programme on Educational Building, Paris , 2007)
Presents an overview of a seminar that covered changes taking place in the area of higher education facilities and providing participants views. The top ten critical higher education facility issues are identified, and case studies profiling Mexico s Monterrey International Knowledge City, the higher education learning environment and the Finnish technology hub of Otaniemi, and the University of Salamanca s Research and Development and Innovation Building are included. 14p.
Designing for Designers.
Nasar, Jack; Preiser, Wolfgang; Fisher, Thomas (Fairchild Publications, New York, NY , 2007)
Examines the history of architectural education and building form; typologies of schools for architecture; and strengths to encourage in future designs, along with weaknesses to avoid. Some of the findings on the design and process extend to all kinds of buildings on campus and elsewhere. The book offers specific guidelines for future schools of design, as well asguidelines with broader application to interiors for educational buildings and other building types, such as how to plan offices and gathering places to build community. 318p.
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Smith College.
Vickery, Margaret (Princeton Architectural Press, New York, NY , 2007)
Discusses the history and design of the buildings and gardens at Smith College, describing the work of administrators and designers who have shaped the campus from its founding to the present. Plans and numerous photographs are included. 163p.
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Educational Environments No. 3.
Yee, Roger, ed. (Visual Reference Publications, New York, NY , 2007)
Presents examples of innovative new educational facilities, organized by the architectural firms that designed them. The examples are largely higher education projects in the United States, with a few K-12 projects included. A short description of each project is accompanied by photographs. 240p.
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Learning by Design 2006.
(Stratton Publishing & Marketing in cooperation with National School Boards Association and American School Board Journal, Apr 2006)
Presents award-winning school designs with design descriptions, data, and photos provided along with information about the architectural design firm, and costs per square foot and per student. Includes early childhood and elementary schools, middle/intermediate schools, high schools, combined level schools, post-secondary schools, and specialized educational facilities. Additional resource sections include a resource directory, index to architects, index to projects by school type, and index to projects by region. 176p.
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Green River Community College Facilities Master Plan.
(Green River Community College, Auburn, WA, 2006)
Details the facilities master plan for this community college. The master plan incorporates future renovations, replacement, and growth projects for funding over the next several State of Washington funding cycles. In addition to planning for future development, master planning work has also established conceptual criteria for a variety of campus planning, infrastructure, and environmental topics. The primary goal of this master plan is to provide a tool that will assist GRCC with its decisions regarding ongoing and emergent facilities development issues.
Peter H. Armacost Library, Eckerd College.
Barber, J. Michael (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Profiles this new Florida college library that features 72 carrels wired with power and data connections, eight of which have multimedia stations. Several open lounges and a screened patio serve as casual settings for individual or group study, a 28-seat meeting room permits users to connect with remote sites worldwide, and a 30-person multimedia instruction lab provides multimedia training to augment instruction, research, and writing. The chapter also describes what makes the project successful, how technology is used, design principles, what is unique about the project, and includes one reference. 18.1-18.6p.
SCALE-UP, North Carolina State University.
Beichner, Robert (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Profiles this classroom design featuring with 7-foot-diameter round tables that each seat three teams of three students. Each team has a laptop to support their learning, as well as ready access to laboratory equipment in surrounding closets. Computer projection screens sit at opposite ends of the room. Large whiteboards cover the walls. A teacher station, with document camera and possibly a Tablet PC, is usually located near the center of the space. The chapter describes how these spaces are used, what makes them successful, how technology is used, design principles, and what is unique about them. Includes five references. 29.1-29.6p.
The ES Corridor Project, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis.
Chism, Nancy Van Note (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Describes the conversion of wide corridor into informal learning spaces. Community and industry partners contributed their expertise to create a competitive "parade" of five learning spaces, which are briefly described. The chapter also describes how these spaces are used, what makes them successful, how technology is used, design principles, and what is unique about the project. Includes three references. 21.1-21.9p.
Information Commons, Northwestern University.
Davis, Bob; Shorey, Denise (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Profiles this Illinois facility that promotes cross-departmental cooperation with a space that provides modular furniture, a group project rooms, a variety of study booth sizes, and staffing support. The chapter describes how these spaces are used, what makes them successful, how technology is used, design principles, and what is unique about them. 30.1-30.7p.
USITE/Crerar Computing Cluster and Cybercafe, University of Chicago.
Dugdale, Shirley; Kainz, Chad (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Profiles this facility that features a 24-hour cybercafe, multipurpose staffed computing space arranged in individual and group configurations, a digital media "wall" of stations for digital video and scanning projects, a collaborative area with data projectors and banquette seating, a visualization classroom, a videoconferencing facility, and consultation areas. The chapter describes the spaces and how they are used, what makes them successful, how technology is used, design principles, and what is unique about them. 40.1-40.11p.
Steam Cafe, MIT.
Francisco, Scott (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Describes this collaboration between the MIT School of Architecture and Planning, MIT Dining, and the Sodexho Corporation to create a food-service, meeting, and studying area. Quality food, good design, and accommodation of different groups for dining and study are key to this preferred campus destination. The chapter describes how the space is used, what makes it successful, how technology is used, design principles, and what is unique about the project. Includes one reference. 27.1-27.7p.
Digital Union, Ohio State University.
Getis, Victoria; Gynn, Catherine; Metros, Susan (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Describes this cooperation between the University Library and Office of the CIO to create a centrally located space that serves as a test bed for multidisciplinary, experimental projects in teaching and learning. The facility provides consultation with instructional designers, technologists, programmers, designers, and library specialists, as well as space for technology-rich experimentation, videoconferencing delivery and support, collaborative work areas, demonstrations of multifunctional and ergonomically correct work spaces, and support for communities of practice on distance education. The chapter describes how spaces are used, what makes them successful, how technology is used, design principles, and what is unique about them. 31.1-31.8p.
Stanford University: Wallenberg Hall.
Gilbert, Dan (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Presents this 2002 renovation of a 1900 landmark campus building, featuring five advanced resource classrooms, 19 additional classrooms, a theatre for classes and small performances, and breakout rooms. All the classrooms contain multiple display screens, laptops, wireless networks, flexible furniture, and multiple writing surfaces. The chapter describes how spaces are used, what makes them successful, how technology is used, design principles, and what is unique about them. 36.1-36.6p.
BOX, London School of Economics.
Harrison, Andrew (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Describes this hybrid academic/commercial space that brings together students and businessmen to engage in real world problem-solving and business decisions. The chapter also describes how the space is used, what makes it successful, how technology is used, design principles, and what is unique about the project. Includes six references. 23.1-23.7p.
Virginia Tech: Torgersen Hall.
Head, J. Thomas; Moore, Anne (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Presents this 150,000-square-foot facility that features wireless connectivity throughout, wired classrooms with computer-controlled lighting for different teaching scenarios, distance learning classrooms, high-tech auditoriums, a computer-automated virtual environment for 3D virtual reality, electronic reading rooms and study courts, a media center, offices, and laboratories. A heavily used enclosed bridge connects the facility to the library, with the interior spaces of the bridge serving as a major social and collaborative space. The chapter describes the spaces and how they are used, what makes them successful, how technology is used, design principles, what is unique about them, and why it is a community asset. Includes one reference 43.1-43.8p.
Group Spaces: Stanford University.
Holeton, Richard (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Describes three collaboration spaces deployed about the campus, consisting of one or more large computer displays, custom furnishings, and whiteboards. The chapter describes how spaces are used, what makes them successful, how technology is used, design principles, and what is unique about them. Includes two references. 35.1-35.1p.
Sir John Cass Business School, City of London.
Holtham, Clive (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Profiles this institution, describing its educational program, use of technology, successful spaces, design principles, and the use of 13 user groups that assisted with design and furnishing details. 15.1-15.7p.
Sustaining and Supporting Learning Spaces.
Johnson, Chris (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Provides examples of how some higher education institutions have approached sustaining and supporting their learning spaces. By these examples, the topics of funding, first- year adjustments, replacement cycles, cost models, cost containment, and efficiency are covered. A discussion of instruction or information technology follows. Support of people is addressed through sections on faculty and classroom support. Includes 16 references. 12.1-12.8p.
University of Arizona: Manuel Pacheco Integrated Learning Center.
Johnson, Chris (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Profiles an integrated learning center for freshman. The center houses 14 classrooms, a 300-computer information commons, and a variety of other spaces. It provides state-of-the-art instructional materials, academic advising, support services, and access to information resources. The chapter describes the spaces and how they are used, what makes them successful, how technology is used, design principles, and what is unique about them. 37.1-37.6p.
Olin College of Engineering: Academic and Olin Centers.
Kossuth, Joanne (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Profiles the entirely new Massachusetts campus of an engineering school that graduated its first class in May, 2006. The robust technological infrastructure is describes, as are the tiered classroom, auditorium, laboratory, and library spaces. Extreme flexibility, interchangeability, mobility, and accessibility were the driving factors in campus design. 32.1-32.7p.
Perkins Library, Duke University.
Lombardi, Marilyn; Wall, Thomas (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Profiles the expansion and conversion of this outdated, but ideally located library. The concept of the building's transformation from a "gatekeeper" to a "gateway" function that now serves as an "information commons" for the institution. The chapter also describes what makes the project successful, how technology is used, design principles, what is unique about the project, and includes one reference. 17.1-17.10p.
The Brain and Cognitive Sciences Complex, MIT.
Long, Philip (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Profiles this interdisciplinary facility that integrates the Institute's three pioneering institutions for brain research. The 411,000-square-foot facility houses research laboratories, animal facilities, faculty offices, and collaborative areas. The eight-story complex includes a 90-foot-high atrium, an auditorium, three large seminar rooms, a cafe, glass-walled reading rooms with spectacular views of the campus, tea rooms, libraries, imaging centers, and 48 state-of-the-art wet and dry research laboratories. The chapter also describes how the spaces are used, what makes them successful, how technology is used, design principles, and what is unique about the project. 26.1-26.4p.
The Learning Studios Project, Estrella Mountain Community College.
Lopez, Homero; Gee, Lori (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Profiles two learning studios at this Arizona institution that feature "teaching stations" rather than fixed podiums, and radically flexible furniture that could be configured for individual or group study. Extensive feedback from students and faculty improved the model, which was applied to 22 additional classrooms at the school. The chapter also describes what makes the project successful, how technology is used, design principles, and what is unique about the project. 19.1-19.7p.
Messiah College: Boyer Hall.
Lynch, Dennis (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Profiles this large new academic building that houses 50 percent of the Pennsylvania college's academic departments and 40 percent of its faculty. Formal and informal instruction spaces are described, as are areas for social events and a cinema/auditorium. The chapter also describes how some spaces are used, what makes them successful, how technology is used, design principles, and what is unique about the project. 24.1-24.7p.
Collaboration and Multimedia Classrooms, University of Central Florida.
Marshall, Ruth (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Describes these classrooms that are managed through a partnership between the University's Information Technologies and Resources Division and the Division of Undergraduate Studies. These classrooms provide faculty with multimedia resoruces, student work areas, wired and wireless computers, flexibility to allow quick conversion from listening to collaboration mode, extensive staff support. The chapter describes the spaces and how they are used, what makes them successful, how technology is used, design principles, and what is unique about them. 39.1-39.89p.
Flyspace, North Carolina State University.
Meeks, Hal (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Presents this university's simple design for meeting spaces for five to six students. The rooms feature two computers with displays mounted on articulated arms and connectivity (data, video, and audio) for four laptops. A large flat-panel display allows users to share their desktops with others. A centralized pod contains all data and power connectors for equipment in the room, making it easy to connect equipment and minimizing the cost of running conduit for data, media, and power. The chapter describes how the spaces are used, what makes them successful, how technology is used, design principles, and what is unique about the project. Includes one reference. 28.1-28.6p.
Irving K. Barber Learning Centre, University of British Columbia.
Neame, Simon; Lomas, Cyprien (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Profiles this blend of new and refurbished space that serves at a library addition for the University. The building houses collection, meeting, and social spaces, including a lecture hall, classrooms, seminar rooms, cafe. These spaces host programs for the faculty, staff, and general public. The chapter describes the spaces and how they are used, what makes them successful, how technology is used, design principles, and what is unique about them. 38.1-38.8p.
Pennsylvania State University: Smeal College of Business.
Nourjian, Peter (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Profiles this large business school complex featuring a trading room, e-incubator lab, research laboratories, 150-seat auditorium, team study rooms, 22 classrooms, offices, interview rooms, executive spaces for visiting experts, a cafe, administrative offices, and an atrium common space. The chapter describes the many activities that the building hosts, how spaces are used, what makes them successful, how technology is used, design principles, and what is unique about the project. 33.1-33.5p.
Design on the Edge: The Making of a High-Performance Building.
Orr, David (MIT Press, Cambridge, MA , Jan 2006)
Profiles Oberlin College's Adam Joseph Lewis Center, the United States' first substantially green higher education facility. The building is powered entirely by solar energy, features landscaping with fruit trees and vegetable gardens, and processes all wastewater for reuse in the building or landscape. The author puts the Lewis Center into historical design context and describes the obstacles and successes he encountered in obtaining funding and college approval, interweaving the particulars of the center with thoughts on the larger issues the building process illustrates. 272p.
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Student Learning Center, University of Georgia.
Potter, William; King, Florence (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Profiles this center serviced by University of Georgia Libraries, Center for Teaching and Learning, Enterprise Information Technology Services, and Computing Services. Interlocking components of classroom and electronic library are co-housed in a design that enables a quick shift from classroom activity to research and study. The chapter describes the spaces and how they are used, what makes them successful, how technology is used, design principles, and what is unique about them. Includes two references. 41.1-41.7p.
The University of Chicago.
Pridmore, Jay (Princeton Architectural Press, New York, NY , 2006)
Discusses the history and design of the buildings and landscape at the University of Chicago, describing the work of administrators and designers who have shaped the campus from its founding to the present. Plans and numerous photographs are included. 195p.
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Science Center, Hamilton College.
Reynolds, Nikki; Weldon, Douglas (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Profiles this new New York college science teaching facility, highlighting many features including its interior transparency, flexible classrooms distributed throughout the building to encourage circulation, adjacency of student and faculty laboratories, interdisciplinary co-location of faculty offices, study spaces throughout the building, thorough technology integration, and environmentally friendly heating and construction materials. 20.1-20.8p.
Virginia Tech: Math Emporium.
Robinson, Barbara; Moore, Anne (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Describes this open laboratory with 550 Macintosh computers serving 8,000 math students each semester. The 24-hour facility occupies space in an off-campus shopping mall. The arrangement features spaces for large orientation sessions, small conferences, tutoring, a math education lab, quiet study areas, and student lounges. The chapter describes the spaces and how they are used, what makes them successful, how technology is used, design principles, what is unique about them, and why it is a community asset. Includes one reference. 42.1-42.7p.
MIX Lab. Denison University.
Siddall, Scott (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Profiles this Ohio university's multimedia lab that supports the fine and performing arts programs. The vision and collaborative planning involving all five departments is described, as are the way the transformed space has transformed the curriculum through digitization. 16.1-16.6p.
Center for Teaching and Learning, St. Lawrence University.
Smith, Sondra; Mooney, Kim (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Profiles this multipurpose New York college faculty service space that includes a laptop training lab, project lab, conference room, administrative offices, and a kitchen, all on the ground floor of a dormitory. The chapter describes many activities that the space hosts, what makes it successful, design principles, and what is unique about the project. Includes one reference. 34.1-34.6p.
LeBaron Hall Auditorium, Iowa State University.
Twetten, Jim (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Profiles this new instructional auditorium that accommodates both lectures and group activities. The customized seat design that makes this possible is described. The chapter also describes how the space is used, what makes it successful, how technology is used, design principles, and what is unique about the project. Includes two references. 22.1-22.9p.
Center for Integrated Learning and Information Technology, Michigan Technological University.
Urbanek, Paul (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2006)
Profiles this linked library addition and computer science hall that together provide an integrated learning environment, group study rooms, wireless networking, high-tech instructional spaces, and flexible labs. The chapter also describes how these spaces are used, what makes them successful, how technology is used, design principles, and what is unique about the project. 25.1-25.8p.
Law School Facilities Project Showcase.
Kennedy, Jocelyn (American Bar Association, Nov 28, 2005)
This is a compilation of websites that contain information about new construction or renovation projects on law school campuses across the country, including examples of several law libraries. A brief description of the contents of each website is included. Law schools with no construction projects but who have created impressive virtual tours of their campus are included.
High-Velocity Change: Creating Collaborative Learning Environments.
Zvacek, Susan; Walter, Scott (Educause, Boulder, CO , Jul 19, 2005)
Describes how a group of individuals at the University of Kansas worked to design and implement a collaborative learning environment for students, based on theoretical and empirical research along with basic common sense. It discusses the many lessons learned throughout the process and provides recommendations for institutions that are about to embark on a similar project. 12p.
The Integrated Learning Centre.[Kingston, Ontario]
(Green Building Initiative, Portland, OR , 2005)
Details the site selection, energy and water conservation features, construction materials used, waste reduction systems, and indoor environment enhancements that earned this Ontario university building a high sustainable design rating from the Green Building Institute. 6p.
Campus Heritage.
Dober, Richard (Society for College and University Planning, Ann Arbor, MI , 2005)
Offers ideas insights, and information about higher education campus architectural heritage. The contributions campus heritage can make to promote, strengthen, and support institutional goals and objectives are described and illustrated, and methods for incorporating campus heritage into campus plans, facility plans and campus design concepts are suggested. 102p.
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Effect of Indoor Environmental Quality on Occupant's Perception of Performance: a Comparative Study.
Prakash, Preethi (University of Florida, Gainesville , Jan 2005)
Reports on a study to documents the difference between the occupant's perception of performance in a LEED-certified higher education building with a higher education building that is not LEED certified. The details of the physical conditions were obtained by measuring the noise levels, lighting levels, and thermal comfort conditions at the two buildings over a period of two days in addition to contextual information on the two buildings. Occupants' perceptions were documented through web-based surveys. It was found that LEED certification did not influence the perception of the occupants. Furthermore, it was found that even though the buildings meet the recommended standards, occupants often complained about various parameters. Daylighting and thermal comfort contributed to better IEQ, and had a positive affect occupant' perception of productivity and performance. Includes 38 references. 68p.
Illinois Institute of Technology.
Schulze, Franz (Princeton Architectural Press, New York, NY , 2005)
Discusses the history and design of the buildings and landscape at Illinois Institute of Technology, describing the work of administrators and designers who have shaped the campus from its founding to the present. Plans and numerous photographs are included. 111p.
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Educational Environments No. 2.
Yee, Roger (Visual Reference Publications, New York, NY , 2005)
Presents examples of innovative educational facilities, organized by the architectural firms that designed them. The examples are largely higher education projects in the United States, with a few foreign and K-12 projects included. A short description of each project is accompanied by photographs. 211p.
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Vassar College.
(Princeton Architectural Press, New York, NY , 2004)
Discusses the history and design of the buildings and gardens at Vassar, describing the work of administrators and designers who have shaped the campus from its founding to the present. Plans and numerous photographs are included. 166p.
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Capitalizing on Opportunity: Creating a Facility for Innovative Teaching and Collaborative Learning at Emory University.
Albrecht, Bob; Bender, Bob; Kvavik, Robert (Educause, Boulder, CO , 2004)
Reviews the creation of Emory University's Cox Computer Center, from its beginnings as an outdated utilitarian facility, to a facility composed of a variety of workspaces, configurations, classrooms, and state-of-the-art hardware and software. The success of the facility is evidenced by more the 100,000 student and faculty visits in the first year alone, and by the 18 courses that meet regularly in its classrooms. 16p.
The Role of the Landscape in Creating a Sustainable Campus.
Franklin, Carol; Durkin, Teresa; Pevaroff Schuh, Sara (University of Victoria, Canada , 2004)
Colleges and universities are expanding at unprecedented rates, creating new hazards for our increasingly fragile natural environments. Higher education administrators and planners are finding that campus development, like suburban sprawl, can disrupt functioning natural systems and destroy the natural, historical, and cultural fabric of the place. To address environmental issues and new regulations, proactive institutions of higher education are taking the lead as stewards of the land by including an environmental component in their campus master plans. An environmental approach to planning incorporates ecological information into campus master plans to ensure a sustainable campus landscape that is beautiful, durable, and distinctive. These Environmental Master Plans are best developed using a democratic process, considering each site’s unique essential environmental resources, the constraints of the regulatory environment, and a continuing education and outreach program. A case study of an Environmental Master Plan at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill illustrates how such a plan was created at one of the nation’s oldest and largest college campuses. (authors' abstract) 11p.
Building Stata: The Design and Construction of Frank O. Gehry's Stata Center at MIT.
Joyce, Nancy (MIT Press, Cambridge, MA , 2004)
Chronicles with text and extensive photography the planning, design, and construction process for this higher education building designed to bring computer science, artificial intelligence, information and decision systems, linguistics, and philosophy together. 138p.
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Yale in New Haven: Architecture and Urbanism.
Scully, Vincent; Lynn, Catherine; Vogt, Erik; Goldberger, Paul (Yale University, New Haven , 2004)
Discusses the planning and architecture of Yale University as it relates to the planning and of New Haven. Plans and buildings produced between Yale's founding and the First World War are considered, relating the University's various attempts to either connect or disconnect itself from the city. Also covered is the concept of urbanism as reflected in the planning efforts of the city and the University. 406p.
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Engines of Economic Growth. The Economic Impact of Boston's Eight Research Universities on the Metropolitan Boston Area.
(Appleseed, New York, NY, 2003)
This is a detailed report on the economic and social impact in 2000 and 2002 of eight Boston area universities, including Harvard University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Tufts University, and University of Massachusetts Boston. Among the findings, this report indicates that the eight universities gave a $7.4 billion boost to the regional economy; spent approximately $1.3 billion on purchases of goods and services from Boston area vendors; construction spending is expected to average as much $850 million annually over the next four years; and the eight universities employed approximately 50,750 people who pay millions of dollars in federal, state and local taxes. The report also found that the eight universities engaged in numerous efforts aimed at improving the quality of elementary and secondary education in communities throughout the Boston area and provided a wide range of educational opportunities for individual elementary and secondary students.
103p.
Classroom Guidelines. Design and Construction of Classrooms at the
University of California, Santa Cruz.
Burnett, Henry; Wagner, Jeff; Gyorkos, Gary; Horn, Bruce (University of California, Santa Cruz , 2003)
These guidelines have been developed for use by architects, engineers and designers as a tool for designing effective classrooms for the UCSC campus. They provide specific criteria for the design of new classrooms and alterations to existing classrooms. Includes chapters on general classroom characteristics, classroom surfaces and finishes, fixtures and furniture, mechanical,lighting, and electrical systems, media systems, classroom project booths, convergence distance learning considerations. 31p.
The Classroom: De-evolution, Real or Imagined. AIA Committee on Architecture for Education Spring 2002 Conference Proceedings.
Malone, Sara (American Institute of Architects Committee on Architecture for Education, Washington, D.C. , Apr 2002)
From distance learning to hands-on projects in museums, learning is no longer confined to the traditional classroom. The Committee on Architecture for Education spent April 11-13, 2002, in Cambridge considering nontraditional approaches. Sessions addressed the benefits of small schools, integrating schools socioeconomically, and wiring for future changes in technology and pedagogy. Attendees also learned about Massachusetts' new Green Schools Initiative, a pilot program for encouraging sustainable and renewable initiatives in public school construction. In addition, there were a number of sessions dedicated to MIT's integration of architecture, technology, and learning, including a series of tours of recently completed projects on the campus. Includes case studies of the Dreyfus Chemistry Building, Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Distance Learning at MIT, TEAL Room (Technology Enabled Active Learning), Albert and Barrie Zesiger Sports and Fitness Center, Simmons Hall Undergraduate Dormitory, and the Ray and Maria Stata Center.
Bellevue Community College R Building.
(Oikos Green Building Source, 2002)
Describes an environmentally-friendly classroom building on the campus of Bellevue Community College in Washington that includes waterless urinals, a geothermal heating and cooling system, and other green innovations.
Design Guidelines and Review of Campus Projects, University of Pennsylvania.
(University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia , 2002)
Provides design guidance to accompany the 2001 campus development plan, outlining the ways that new buildings and open space should serve the intended population while taking neighboring structures into account. The review process for new construction is also outlined. 10p.
Educational Facilities.
(Images Publishing Group, Mulgrave, Australia; American Institute of Architects, Washington, DC , 2002)
This book is a compilation of nearly 100 projects and trends in school design. The projects were submitted for a 1999-2000 competition and focus on a variety of school facilities. These facilities range from early childhood to community colleges, including public, private, and alternative facilities. A jury of architects and educational administrators reviewed each of the submissions to select a diverse range of projects to illustrate the future of design in educational facilities. Each entry contains photographs, floor plans, an architect's statement, and building details.
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University of California, Berkeley.
Helfand, Harvey (Princeton Architectural Press, New York, NY , 2002)
Discusses the history and design of the buildings and gardens at this campus, describing the work of administrators and designers who have shaped the campus from its founding to the present. Also covered are surrounding neighborhoods and downtown Berkeley. Plans and numerous photographs are included. 360p.
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West Point Military Academy.
Miller, Rod (Princeton Architectural Press, New York, NY , 2002)
Discusses the history and design of the buildings and gardens at West Point, describing the work of administrators and designers who have shaped the campus from its founding to the present. Plans and numerous photographs are included. 149p.
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Educational Facilities.
Mostaedi, Arian (Carles Broto i Comerma, Barcelona, Spain , 2002)
Renowned architects exhibit their most innovative and creative designs for educational and cultural buildings including schools, institutes, universities and educational centers. It offers a selection of 19 designs in this field of architecture, illustrated with numerous photographs, plans, and construction details that help to illustrate some of the essential aspects of educational architecture. 179p.
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University of Pennsylvania.
Thomas, George (Princeton Architectural Press, New York, NY , 2002)
Discusses the history and design of the buildings and gardens at the University of Pennsylvania, describing the work of administrators and designers who have shaped the campus from its founding to the present. Plans and numerous photographs are included. 200p.
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Educational Environments.
Yee, Roger (Visual Reference Publications, Inc., New York, NY. , 2002)
This book presents examples of the United States' most innovative new educational facilities for decision makers developing educational facilities of the future. The projects in this book are visual evidence of how a number of the United States' top architecture and design firms are meeting the challenge of constructing learning spaces with creativity and vision. The architecture and interior design featured in the book illustrate how educational facilities create a value for their owners, making long-term investments in building products, interior furnishings, and technological infrastructure to establish enduring physical assets that optimize life cycle costs. The book concludes with "Can Johnny Compute?" (Roger Yee), which discusses the need for a massive and very expensive overhaul needed to make U.S. schools competitive in the new millennium. 283p.
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Florida Educational Facilities, 2000.
(Florida State Dept. of Education, Office of Educational Facilities,Tallahassee. , 2001)
This publication describes Florida school and community college facilities completed in 2000, including photographs and floor plans. The facilities profiled are:
J. R. Arnold High School (Bay County); Falcon Cove Middle School (Broward); Floranada Elementary School (Broward); Lyons Creek Middle School (Broward); Parkside Elementary School (Broward); Plantation Elementary School (Broward); Forest Ridge Elementary School (Citrus); Corkscrew Middle School (Collier); Doral Middle School (Miami-Dade); Dr. Carlos J. Finlay Elementary School (Miami-Dade); Felix Varela Senior High School (Miami-Dade); La Villa School of the Arts (Duval); Peter B. Davidsen Middle School (Hillsborough); Lawton Chiles High School (Leon); Marjorie G. Kinnan Elementary School (Manatee); William Monroe Rowlett Magnet Elementary School (Manatee); Madison Street School of Basics Plus (Marion); South Elementary School (Okeechobee); Endeavor Elementary School (Orange); Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Elementary School (Palm Beach); Coral Reef Elementary School (Palm Beach); Heritage Elementary School (Palm Beach); Lake Shore Middle School (Palm Beach); Village Academy Elementary School (Palm Beach); Chasco Elementary and Middle School
(Pasco); J. W. Mitchell High School (Pasco); Sunray Elementary School (Pasco); Perkins Elementary School (Pinellas); Woodlawn Beach Middle School (Santa Rosa); Brookside Middle School (Sarasota); Lawton Chiles Middle School (Seminole); John Evans Elementary School (Seminole); Millennium Middle School (Seminole); Bartram Trail High School (Saint Johns); Pedro Menendez High School (Saint Johns); Branford Elementary School (Suwannee); Freedom Elementary School
(Volusia); Riversprings Middle School
(Wakulla); Washington County Middle/High School (Washington); William Schildecker Science Building (Daytona Beach Community College); Kenneth P. Walker Health Science Hall (Edison Community College, Lee County Campus); Betty P. Cook/Nassau Center (Florida Community College); Student Service Building (Polk Community College); Oviedo Campus (Seminole Community College); Public Service Academy (South Florida Community College); and a new classroom building (Valencia Community College, Osceola Campus). 97p.
University of Cincinnati.
Bennett, Paul (Princeton Architectural Press, New York, NY , 2001)
Discusses the history and design of the buildings, sculpture, and gardens at the University of Cincinnati, describing the work of administrators and designers who have shaped the campus from its founding to the present. Plans and numerous photographs are included. 129p.
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Cranbrook.
Eckert, Kathryn (Princeton Architectural Press, New York, NY , 2001)
Discusses the history and design of the buildings, gardens, and sculptures at Cranbrook, describing the work of administrators, designers, and artists who shaped the campus from its founding to the present. Plans and numerous photographs are included. 190p.
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Rice University.
Fox, Stephen (Princeton Architectural Press, New York, NY , 2001)
Discusses the history and design of the buildings and gardens at Rice University, describing the work of administrators and designers who have shaped the campus from its founding to the present. Plans and numerous photographs are included. 222p.
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Baker Hall at Carnegie Mellon University.
Hunter, Michelle; Nash, Megan; Osicka, Scott; Quek, Jonathan (American Institute of Architects, Washington, DC , 2001)
Examines the design and construction process for the addition/renovation to Carnegie Mellon University's Baker Hall. The original Hornbostel building, constructed in 1914, currently houses the College of Humanities and Social Sciences [H&SS]. The college requested the additional facilities due to its rapidly expanding academic programs and graduate research departments. The study describes the building and project history, firm qualifications, schematic design, project management documentation, along with post-occupancy problems and other project evaluations. Photographs and plans are included, with 27 references. 42p.
University of Washington.
Johnston, Norman (Princeton Architectural Press, New York, NY , 2001)
Discusses the history and design of the buildings and gardens at the University of Washington, describing the work of administrators and designers who have shaped the campus from its founding to the present. Plans and numerous photographs are included. 152p.
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University Builders.
Pearce, Martin (Wiley-Academy, Chichester, West Sussex, UK , 2001)
Ranging from the design of vast new campuses, such as that by Wilford and Stirling at Temasek, Singapore, through to the relatively modest yet strategically important, such as the intervention by Allies and Morrison at Southampton, this publication examines the new higher educational buildings that are at the forefront of architecture today. Organized around campus plans, specialist teaching and research buildings, and constructions that act as a focus to academic life, the case studies are drawn from around the world. In several cases different university buildings from the same architect are included to illustrate either the consistency or diversity of the approach the practice brings to specific design problems. Glossy photos and project information are included. 224p.
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Harvard University.
Shand-Tucci, Douglass (Princeton Architectural Press, New York, NY , 2001)
Discusses the history and design of the buildings and gardens at Harvard University, describing the work of administrators and designers who have shaped the campus from its founding to the present. Plans and numerous photographs are included. 344p.
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MIT Campus Planning 1960-2000.
Simha, O. Robert (MIT Press, Cambridge, MA , 2001)
Reviews 123 projects that the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Planning Office executed in the first four decades of its existence. Projects are presented chronologically and described by the Director of Planning for those 40 years. The motivation for the projects, the decision and design processes, and the results of each endeavor are described, along with successes, problems, and unfulfilled goals. 160p.
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The Jackson State University Honors Dormitory: An Evaluation of Design, Construction, and Maintenance. Report to the Mississippi Legislature.
(Joint Legislative Committee on Performance Evaluation and Expenditure Review, Mississippi Legislature , Dec 27, 2000)
This report assesses (1) whether the Jackson State University (JSU) Honors Dormitory required nearly $1 million in repairs two years after it was built because of inappropriate design, construction, and maintenance; and (2) if the state or university has legal recourse to recover damages resulting from inferior design and/or construction specifications. Findings reveal that JSU did not effectively investigate or identify existing subsurface water collection problems at the site. Also, the State Institutions of Higher Learning (IHL) did not assure that the dormitory was properly maintained when JSU failed to resolve the groundwater problem. Neither JSU nor the Department of Finance and Administration has legal recourse to recover damages to pay the repair expenses. Recommendations suggest (1)a high-level JSU review of the university's preventive maintenance plan, (2)a JSU review of the distribution of maintenance responsibilities between facility maintenance staff and the student affairs staff to determine effective maintenance methods, and (3) the adoption of a uniform policy for preventive and emergency maintenance programs for all campus facilities. Concluding sections present responses to the report. 50p.
Campus Demonstration Sites for Sustainable Systems and Design: Five "Creation" Stories.
Jack, Kathy; Ihara, Dan, Ed. (Humboldt State University, Campus Center for Appropriate Technology, Arcata, CA , Oct 2000)
This paper provides a summary of the development and management of five campus demonstration sites designed to create harmony with natural systems and meet current student needs without compromising the needs of future generations. Information for each campus includes an overview of the site, project origins, the proposal and design process, the politics involved, construction, site management and student involvement, and the design's impact and future goals. A table lists the key elements from each site including site size, capacity, heating and power, water source, wastewater disposal, food production, building materials, and student involvement in design. (Contains 31 references.) 19p.
Florida Educational Facilities, 1999.
(Florida State Dept. of Education, Office of Educational Facilities, Tallahassee. , 2000)
This publication describes Florida school and community college facilities completed in 1999, including photographs and floor plans. The facilities profiled are: Buchholz High School (Alachua County); Gator Run Elementary School (Broward); Corkscrew Elementary School (Collier); The 500 Role Models Academy of Excellence (Miami-Dade); Caribbean Elementary School (Miami-Dade); Jose De Diego Middle School (Miami-Dade); Primary Learning Center X (Miami-Dade); New Old Town Elementary School (Dixie); Bell Elementary School (Gilchrist); Chocachatti Elementary School (Hernando); Anthony Pizzo Elementary School (Hillsborough); Chain of Lakes Middle School (Orange); Lawton Chiles Elementary School (Orange); NorthLake Park Community School (Orange); Oakshire Elementary School (Orange); Wesley Chapel High School (Pasco); Avalon Middle School (Santa Rosa); West Navarre Elementary School (Santa Rosa); Tuttle Elementary School (Sarasota); Vernon Middle School (Washington); Dale Mabry Campus new laboratory/classroom buildings (Hillsborough Community College); Public Service Technology Building (Hillsborough Community College); Seminole Campus-Technology Learning Center Building (St. Petersburg Junior College); and Science Laboratory Building (Seminole Community College). Also included are tables of new facilities contracted in 1999 and the cost of construction for Florida education facilities. 56p.
Duke University.
Bryan, John (Princeton Architectural Press, New York, NY , 2000)
Discusses the history and design of the buildings and gardens at Duke University, describing the work of administrators and designers who have shaped the campus from its founding to the present. Plans and numerous photographs are included. 132p.
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University Architecture.
Edwards, Brian (Spon Press, London , 2000)
This book explores how universities relate their built environment to academic discourse, asserting that the character of universities is often a charming dialogue between order and disarray. It contains numerous photographs and building plans for campuses throughout the world. In part 1, "The Campus," chapters are: (1) "Academic Mission and Campus Planning"; (2) "Masterplans or Development Frameworks"; (3) "Picturesque Enclosure versus Rational Planning"; (4) "Practical Problems" (which addresses circulation, defining the center, skyline, defining the edge, establishing the footprint of key buildings, computing on campus, landscape design, environmentalism on the campus, the problem of the inner-city campus, and funding and implementation); (5) "Sustainable Development and the Campus"; and (6) "Crime, Politics and the University Campus." In part 2, "Buildings," chapters are: (7) "Libraries and Learning Resource Centers"; (8) "Laboratories and Research Buildings"; (9) "Special Functions: Special Forms" (including discussion of sports halls and physical recreation, lecture theaters, and medical schools); (10) "Art, Design and Music Departments"; (11) "General Teaching Space"; and (12) "Student Housing." Part 3, "Conclusions," contains chapter 13, "Why Does the University Campus Matter?" addressing design ideals and innovative technologies, the campus as a work of art, the evolution of building types, experiments in sustainable design, building bridges with the community, new growth and a fresh paradigm, and the campus of the future. 164p.
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Princeton University.
Rhinehart, Raymond (Princeton Architectural Press, New York, NY , 2000)
Discusses the history and design of the buildings, gardens, and sculptures at Princeton University, describing the work of administrators and designers who have shaped the campus from its founding to the present. Plans and numerous photographs are included. 198p.
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Campus Housing Construction and Renovation: An Analysis of Cost and Design.
Grimm, James C.; Dunkel, Norbert W. (Association of College and University Housing Officers - International, Columbus, OH , 1999)
This monograph provides ideas and information to those professionals involved in planning and developing student living environments. 42 institutions throughout the United States and Canada provided information on 25 new construction projects (12 apartment-type facilities, 13 outlining suite-type arrangements and other non-apartment-type facilities) and 17 renovation projects. The results and analysis of this information are divided into three categories: new construction, renovation, and food service. Construction summary data and floor plans are provided for each facility's project. 132p.
Stanford University.
Joncas, Richard; Neumann, David; Turner, Paul (Princeton Architectural Press, New York, NY , 1999)
Discusses the history and design of the buildings and gardens at Stanford University, describing the work of administrators and designers who have shaped the campus from its founding to the present. Plans and numerous photographs are included. 175p.
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Yale University.
Pinnell, Patrick (Princeton Architectural Press, New York, NY , 1999)
Discusses the history and design of the buildings and gardens at Yale University, describing the work of administrators and designers who have shaped the campus from its founding to the present. Plans and numerous photographs are included. 191p.
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Facilities for Tertiary Education in the 21st Century.
Corbett, Anne, Ed. (Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development, Programme on Educational Building, Paris,France , 1998)
This report presents observations of experts in planning, design, construction or management of tertiary educational facilities about the emerging issues and the appropriate planning and architectural solutions for higher education facilities as the new millennium approaches. Specific topics discuss the current context of tertiary education (postsecondary education) facility issues, including the national objectives and financial constraints that exist. Also examined are the planning and design responses that address campus locations, master planning, facility design for information technology and communications, and space and resource management. Three case studies are provided that illustrate the locating and planning of new tertiary campuses. 89p.
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University of Virginia.
Wilson, Richard; Butler, Sara (Princeton Architectural Press, New York, NY , 1998)
Discusses the history and design of the buildings and gardens at the University of Virginia, describing the work of administrators and designers who have shaped the campus from its founding to the present. Plans and numerous photographs are included. 152p.
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Special Planning for Special Places
Rickes, Persis, ed. (Society for College and University Planning, Ann Arbor, MI, 1997)
This anthology of articles explores the impact of special spaces on the campus learning environment. Articles have been selected from past issues of Planning for Higher Education and organized into sections on four core spaces: cultural, instructional, student and outdoor. Article titles include "Planning for Museums on Campus", "What Size Libaries for 2010", "Design Criteria for Effective Classrooms", "The New College Bookstore", "The Neglected Campus Landscape", and "New-Wave Student Housing". 141
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Educational Facilities: 1995-96 Review.
(American Institute of Architects, Washington DC; Rockport Publishers, Inc. , 1996)
A jury of educators and architects examined building projects to determine the best state-of-the-practice designs for educational facilities. This book presents the forty top designs covering facilities from childhood development to universities. Also included are four special facility projects involving school libraries, a center for developmentally disabled adults, and a fire and rescue training facility. Projects are selected based on their architectural response to the owner's program and budget, site and climatic conditions, functional relationships and circulation, safety and security, quality of environment, accessibility, integration of technology, and learning environment. Seven of the listed projects are citation winners for the way they responded to the site, accommodated new educational approaches, or welcomed use by the surrounding community. Numerous photographs, plans, and drawings are provided as are architect's statements that briefly explain the main features of each design. A jury statement accompanies each citation project highlighting the noteworthy features of these award-winning designs. 184p.
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Campus Architecture: Building in the Groves of Academe.
Dober, Richard P. (McGraw-Hill, New York, NY , 1996)
This book describes, defines, and documents campus architectural designs. The book's subjects include how computerized libraries, changing physical education and recreational needs, and new alternative campus housing affect design; techniques of design rehabilitation, repair, and renovation of existing campuses; design strategies for instructional buildings, research facilities, libraries and information centers, sports facilities, and campus housing; advice for integrating environmental, conservation, and aesthetic considerations within the same project; and how to provide long-term durability and economy in operations and meet project and construction budget targets. Further, the book presents fully illustrated case studies of the best in recent campus designs and redesigns, along with in-depth analyses of why these facilities work so well and how they achieve their goals. 258p.
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Planning Additions to Academic Library Buildings: A Seamless Approach.
Hawthorne, Pat; Martin, Ron (American Library Association, Chicago, IL , 1995)
Presents three case studies that illustrate how library staffs and architectural design teams can work together to plan additions that are successful solutions to building problems. The case studies cover the experiences of Hope College, Western Maryland College, and the University of Washington. Highlights include cooperation among architects, campus planners, consultants, and librarians; the library planning committee; design elements and the construction processes; a new name and identity; functional changes; floor plan descriptions; study spaces; the library presence and environment; campus community feedback; space shortages; funding; service for people with disabilities; and advice. Eighteen figures present floor plans. Appendices provide brief descriptions of poster sessions from eight university libraries, a checklist of additions to academic library buildings, library contacts and architects, and a bibliography of related publications. 76p.
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Planning for Improved Campus Facilities.
(APPA: The Association of Higher Education Facilities Officers, 1992)
Chapter topics include facilities renewal through management renewal,
coping with the changing student population, designing for
maintainability, financing a balance in facility design and construction,
planning a parking system, adapting old buildings for new uses, and
planning and promoting a central chiller plant. 84p.
Educational Design Initiatives in City Technology Colleges. Building Bulletin 72.
Thompson, Andy; Williamson, Beech; Tindall, Sarah (Department of Education and Science, Architects and Building Branch, London, England. , Jun 1991)
Six City Technology Colleges (CTC) were all site selected, built, and opened in under 2 years without being compromised by expense or loss of quality. This document examines this "fast-track" method of building projects using case studies of each school that illustrate the CTC concept and process. The CTC initiative is described including discussions of its funding and ethos, educational characteristics and objectives, curriculum framework, building objectives, and project management concepts. The case studies explore the different forms of building contracts used (management forms, design and build, and measured term), furniture procurement methods, the school design development that supported the educational objectives, the inclusion of technology that met or exceeded the minimum requirements for technology and science, and the creation of a learning environment that supported cross curricular activity with increasing use of technology throughout the curriculum. Each case study includes floor plans and photographs. 83p.
Student Initiated Housing: A Report on Student Involvement in the Creation of Student Housing.
Feild, Bob (Educational Facilities Laboratories, New York, NY , Jun 1973)
Provides an overview of the students-housing-students movement; covers the development of selected groups; describes housing where student groups lease, purchase, or even develop their own living quarters; and reviews the process of setting up a student housing orgainization. Appendix contains addresses of case study organizations. 163p.
A College Health Center. Case Studies of Educational Facilities #6.
Brad, Bernard (Educational Facilities Laboratories, New York, NY , 1965)
Considers problems and solutions related to the design and establishment of college health facilities. Specific considerations include: 1) internal expansion and flexibility; 2) study and recreational facilities; and 3) supervision and space relationships. A prototype solution was developed to meet the needs of small independent liberal arts colleges. This solution consisted of a circular building with patient rooms on the perimeter and a raised central nursing station, with auxiliary waiting and treatment rooms and an attached nurses’ residence. Specifications, layouts, and elevations are given with the supporting design analysis. 36p.
The New Campus in Britain: Ideas of Consequence for the United States.
Dober, Richard P. (Educational Facilities Laboratories, New York, NY , 1965)
Discusses six British universities designed to help solve the dilemma of “belonging” at large institutions. The continuous teaching environment concept describes a physical form that preserves communication and contact between all parts of the institution while allowing external accretion and internal change. Its essential features are geared to: 1) conformity with educational philosophy of maximum interdisciplinary contact; 2) integration of living and working areas; 3) separation of vehicular and pedestrian ways; 4) largely self-sufficient urban community; 5) optimum contrast between development and surrounding site; 6) a 24-hour university; and 7) opportunity of limitless expansion. Photographs and diagrams illustrate this concept in the case of each of the six institutions.
75p.
References to Journal Articles
At Drexel University, a Green Rebirth Planned for a Former Frat House
Mirviss, Laura Green Source; Jan 18, 2012
Plans call for restoring a stone-clad fraternity house and constructing a 4,600-square-foot addition, transforming the building into a hub for testing sustainable design and construction methods. The Drexel Smart House will double as an educational space and dorm. The dwelling, built in 1872, has sat vacant since the late 1990s.
5 Facility Design Tips for Universities
McCrea, Bridget Campus Technology; Jan 17, 2012
Case study of University of Connecticut's new green Classroom Building comprised of 17 high-tech classroom spaces and two lecture halls. Discusses five areas that all universities should consider when designing state-of-the-art facilities: form a committee and lean on it; pick an experienced architect; go green; consider the long-term maintenance costs; and know what you want and what you don't want.
Institute for Computational and Experimental Research in Mathematics, Brown University / Architecture Research Office Arch Daily; Jan 11, 2012
Case study of new Institute for Computational and Experimental Research in Mathematics, or ICERM at Brown University. A unique feature of the Lecture Hall is the fourth wall, a writable surface of translucent glass panels inset with two suspended projection screens. This wide, floor-to-ceiling surface, actually a double layer of glass, allows daylight to filter into ICERM’s central lounge, where mathematicians also write on it.
Back to the Future
Demski, Jennifer Campus Technology; , p37-40 ; Jan 2012
Embracing the new media demands of an increasingly high-tech profession, the City University of New York Graduate School of Journalism converted a 1921 landmark of New York's glorious newspaper past into a 21st century facility.
The University in the Shopping Mall Rybczynski, Witold Slate; Dec 16, 2011
Slides and description of Surrey Central City in Vancouver, British Columbia, home to a college campus in an existing shopping mall.
Two-in-one Building Concept Maximized Construction Funds Diez, Roy School Construction News; , 2p ; Nov 30, 2011
Case study of North Central College in Naperville, Illinois, that built a unique two-buildings-in-one: 201,000-square-foot Residence/Rec Center, completed in the fall of 2009, and four-story, 265-bed dormitory that wraps around a 62,000-square-foot field house like a 34-foot-wide rectangular donut.
The Sky’s the Limit
Kopochinski, Lisa School Construction News; Nov 16, 2011
Case study of a major expansion of the John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York City that more than doubled the size of its facilities with a 14-story vertical campus. Designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, the most unique aspect of this project is how the team has architecturally melded the new with century-old structures.
Furnishing for Students. Elrod, Brenda T. College Planning and Management; , p36-39 ; Oct 2011
Recounts how the University of Georgia kept students in the loop when selecting furniture and furnishings for the recent expansion of the Tate Student Center.
The Ten College Campuses with the Best Architecture.
Architectural Digest; Sep 2011
Photographs and description of ten college and university campuses deemed to have the most significant architectural histories, whether for their innovative thinking, mix of classic collegiate with modernist, or traditional styles.
Student Center Helps College Transition School Construction News; Aug 17, 2011
Describes the new 81,400-square-foot student center at Georgia Gwinnett College that has become a gathering space for students — both commuters and on-campus residents — as well as faculty and staff.
Facility Focus: Historical Preservation. College Planning and Management; v14 n8 , p51,52 ; Aug 2011
Profiles historic preservations of landmark buildings at Virginia's Emory and Henry University and Pennsylvania's Lafayette College. In both cases, fine historic details were retained while creating spaces that will serve contemporary educational and artistic demands.
Facility Focus: Libraries/Learning Commons. College Planning and Management; v14 n7 , p64,65 ; Jul 2011
Profiles library renovations and additions at Ohio State University and Atlanta University. Expanded user spaces and hours have established these libraries as campus social as well as knowledge centers.
Precast's Versatility Makes the Grade Ascent Magazine; , p18-25 ; Summer 2011
Describes universities and colleges that have taken advantage of precast concrete benefits that include energy efficiency, sustainable design, aesthetics, economy, speed, and expandability. Includes Standford University Environment & Energy Building; North Central College; Opus Residence at Catholic University; Ivy Tech Community College; and University of Minnesota football stadium.
Y2E2: Building that Breathes. Roberts, Cole; Khanna, Amit High Performing Buildings; , p6-8,10-14,16,17 ; Jul 2011
Profiles this Stanford University science building, emphasizing its natural ventilation, daylighting, and sophisticated HVAC and energy recovery systems.
2011 Education Design Showcase Annual Awards. College Planning and Management; v14 n6 , pE1-E28 ; Jun 2011
Recognizes 29 outstanding new and renovated higher education facilities. Each entry contains photographs, a text description, and summarized project data. Architect and manufacturer indices complete the supplement.
The Roe Center at Central College. Design Cost Data; v55 n3 , p32,33 ; May-Jun 2011
Profiles this LEED Platinum facility that co-houses education, psychology, and community-based learning departments, along with their community partners. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Biomedical Facility Shows Best of Modern Lab Design. Higginbotham, Julie Laboratory Design; v15 n3 , p16-19 ; May-Jun 2011
Profiles the University of Southern California's Eli and Edythe Broad CIRM Center for Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cell Research. The article describes solutions for the specific needs facing laboratories involved in regenerative medicine and stem cell research. Labs were designed to foster collaboration, discoveries and expansion. In addition to multiples green design features, the project is an integrated facility of open laboratories, flexible casework, well-organized systems, and sustainable architectural features.
Platinum Lab Emphasizes Practical Food and Beverage Science. Higginbotham, Julie Laboratory Design; v15 n3 , p12-15 ; May-Jun 2011
Profiles the University of California-Davis, Teaching and Research Winery and the August A. Busch III Brewing and Food Science Laboratory (WBF). Facilities for beer brewing, winemaking, and food processing science are utilitarian in scope and reflect an attractive, culturally appropriate aesthetic that is welcoming to users and visitors.
Sweeping Saudi Project Is Forward-Thinking, Exemplary. Higginbotham, Julie Laboratory Design; v15 n3 , p1,2,4-6,8 ; May-Jun 2011
Documents the planning and construction of the massive King Abdullah Univ. of Science and Technology in Saudi Arabia. With the goal of establishing a new age of wisdom, four main priorities were set: create a world-class institution that attracts the best talent from around the world, create a truly global institution through collaboration and partnerships with the best research organizations in the world, create a highly collaborative environment that encourages innovation at all levels, and create a university in which the physical environment models the sustainable research mission.
Cliffhanger: UCSF Embraces Creative Design in Earthquake Country. Kopochinski, Lisa School Construction News; v17 n4 , p16-18 ; May-Jun 2011
Profiles the Ray and Dagmar Dolby Regeneration Medicine Building at the University of California San Francisco. The facility follows the contour of its steep site with cantilevered design and pilings. Sesmic design and LEED features are also discussed.
Three Community College Case Studies. Wojtysiak, Joseph; Sutton, William; Wright, Tommy; Brantley, Linda Facilities Manager; v27 n3 , p40-43 ; May-Jun 2011
Provides three case studies of community colleges making use of green technologies: The Green Center of Central Pennsylvania, Cleveland State Community College, and North Shore Community College's Health Professionals and Student Services zero net energy building.
Ray and Dagmar Dolby Regeneration Medicine Building. Zieger, Mimi Architect; v100 n5 , p228-236 ; May 2011
Profiles the Ray and Dagmar Dolby Regeneration Medicine Building at the University of California San Francisco. 6,000-square-foot roof terraces landscaped with native plantings top each of the laboratories.
Ocean and Coastal Studies Building Protects and Withstands Environment.
Bard, Jill Harmon Environmental Design + Construction; Mar 24, 2011
Case study of the Ocean and Coastal Studies Building at Texas A&M University-Galveston. Built on the hurricane-prone Gulf Coast, the design team made every effort to minimize environmental impacts through hurricane/storm resistant design. Includes a full description of strategies to achieve LEED Gold certification.
Facility Focus: Science/Research Facilities.
College Planning and Management; v14 n3 , p57-59 ; Mar 2011
Profiles examples of innovative design at Stephen F. & Camilla T. Brauer Hall, Washington University; Duke Lemur Center, Duke University; and Ocean and Coastal Studies Building, Texas A&M University, Galveston.
Impact on Learning.
College Planning and Management; v14 n3 , 23-41passim ; Mar 2011
Profiles projects from the Impact on Learning program, which focuses on specific solutions that impact the elarning environment, wheil allowing money saved to be reinvested in education. Examples include California State University, Sacramento; Rutgers University; Stetson University; University of Nebraska, Omaha; Bellarmine University; University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh; Armstrong Atlantic State University; Sierra Vista Music Building; and University of Rhode Island.
Virtually Educational.
Kamal, Sameea School Construction News; v17 n2 , p16-18 ; Mar-Apr 2011
Profiles Loma Linda University's Centennial Complex, a large academic center that anticipated future teaching strategies with highly flexible spaces ranging from very small classrooms to two large teaching auditoriums. The Anatomy Pavilion features extensive computer, audio, video, and robotics technology, enabling distance learning and worldwide collaboration. The Medical Simulation Center offers "virtual mannequins" to mimic real-life patient situations. Details on interior and exterior systems are included.
Perry and Mary Granoff Center for the Creative Arts.
Lang Ho, Cathy Architect; v100 n3 , p92-98 ; Mar 2011
Profiles this comprehensive Brown University arts education facility. The asymetrical design fosters collaboration between disciplines, as well as enabling a transparent and well-daylight interior.
James I. Swenson Civil Engineering Building.
Mays, Vernon Learning By Design; v100 n3 , p108-114 ; Mar 2011
Profiles this University of Minnesota Duluth academic facility. The building serves as a pedagogical tool by using locally sourced and recycled materials, revealed structural systems,
Case Study: California State University Library.
Vigue, Beverly Doors and Hardware; v75 n3 , p20-22 ; Mar 2011
Profiles this higher education library in Monterrey, focusing on the sophisticated access control and fire protection system of a building that includes classrooms, library stacks, and social areas.
Acoustical Odyssey.
School Construction News; v17 n1 , p14-16 ; Jan-Feb 2011
Profiles Sonoma State University's Green Music Center. The building hosts a light-filled shoebox concert hall with outstanding acoustics, a recital hall, classrooms, and rehearsal and practice spaces. Controversy surrounding its funding is also described.
Facility Focus: Academic Buildings/Lecture Halls
College Planning and Management; v14 n1 ; Jan 2011
Profiles the new Health and Sciences Center at the College of DuPage and Ford Hall at Willamette University. Programming, HVAC, and instructionals spaces are described.
Carnegie Mellon University Gates and Hillman Centers.
Keegan, Edward Architect; v100 n1 , p172-180 ; Jan 2011
Profiles this new computer and academic center on a complex site, with abundant daylighting, a wide variety of window designs, and distinctive irregular forms. Plans, photographs, and a list of project participants accompany the text.
Bagley Classroom.
Malone, Alanna GreenSource; v6 n1 , p48-51 ; Jan-Feb 2011
Profiles this nature area classroom at the University of Minnesota Duluth. The LEED Platinum facility features super insulation and passive solar heat, while aiming for net-zero energy use.
Annenberg Public Policy Center, The University of Pennsylvania.
Architectural Record; v198 n11 ; Nov 2010
Profiles this new academic building that hosts the entire department under one roof. The glass façade is warmed by layering the panels with wood accents. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants accompany the text.
Case Study Revisit: Loyal University Information Commons.
Green Source; v5 n6 , p103 ; Nov-Dec 2010
Offers a commissioning review of this notable building. The highly-glazed facility presented problems with automated operable window actuators and gaskets, and some of the 300 original desktop computers have been removed, since most students bring laptops, and the desktops were on all the time, creating significant plug loads. Nonetheless, the building has proved to be the most students' favorite building on campus.
Colorado State University Academic and Training Center.
Design Cost Data; v54 n6 , p40,41 ; Nov 2010
Profiles this academic center for student athletes. The facility is connected to the training center by a glass corridor spine, providing a constant visual reminder of the connection between athletic and academic endeavors. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Colorado State University Indoor Practice Facility.
Design Cost Data; v54 n6 , p38,39 ; Nov 2010
Profiles this athletic practice facility designed to accommodate simultaneous practice of various sports and to achieve LEED Gold certification. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Facility Focus: Community Colleges.
College Planning and Management; v13 n11 , p59,60 ; Nov 2010
Profiles two new community college academic buildings that feature numerous sustainability features.
General Studies Building, University of Puerto Rico.
Architectural Record; v198 n11 ; Nov 2010
Profiles this modern addition to a 1960's era academic quadrangle. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants accompany the text.
Greenspun Hall, Greenspun College of Urban Affairs.
Architectural Record; v198 n11 ; Nov 2010
Profiles this facility hosting classrooms, laboratories, offices, and broadcasting facilities. The large building serves as a gateway to the campus and features an elevated courtyard topped by a photovoltaic canopy. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants accompany the text.
King Pavilion, Iowa State University, College of Design.
Design Cost Data; v54 n6 , p60,61 ; Nov-Dec 2010
Profiles this new academic building that is fully daylit and features a green roof. Innovative building features and materials are also detailed. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Main Winners.
American School and University; v83 n3 , p14,16-19 ; Nov 2010
Profiles the two main winners in this competition: Utah's Legacy Junior High School and Pennsylvania's Bucks County Community College expansion. These were chosen for functionality, frugality, design features and balance, ability to inspire learning, and flexibility. Photographs, building statistics, and a list of project participants accompany the text.
Post-Secondary.
American School and University; v83 n3 , p96-98,100-122 ; Nov 2010
Profiles 22 higher education facilities honored for functionality, frugality, design features and balance, ability to inspire learning, and flexibility. Photographs, building statistics, and a list of project participants accompany the text.
Rider University West Village Housing.
Design Cost Data; v54 n6 , p46,47 ; Nov-Dec 2010
Profiles this college dormitory that was constructed of structural insulated panels, enabling it te be enclosed in less than a week, and yielding a 17 percent better than code energy performance. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Special Citations.
American School and University; v83 n3 , p20,22,24,26 ; Nov 2010
Profiles three special citation winners in this competition: Saint Louis University's Edward A. Doisy Research Center, Hawaii Preparatory Academy's Energy Lab, and New Jersey's Union City High School. These were chosen for functionality, frugality, design features and balance, ability to inspire learning, and flexibility. Photographs, building statistics, and a list of project participants accompany the text.
Specialized Facilities.
American School and University; v83 n3 , p124-142 ; Nov 2010
Profiles 15 specialized educational facilities honored for functionality, frugality, design features and balance, ability to inspire learning, and flexibility. These include dining, performing arts, chapel, special education, and student union spaces. Photographs, building statistics, and a list of project participants accompany the text.
Sports Stadiums/Athletic Facilities.
American School and University; v83 n3 , p143-157 ; Nov 2010
Profiles fourteen athletic facilities honored for functionality, frugality, design features and balance, ability to inspire learning, and flexibility. Photographs, building statistics, and a list of project participants accompany the text.
St. Olaf College, Regents Hall of Natural and Mathematical Sciences.
Design Cost Data; v54 n6 , p50,51 ; Nov-Dec 2010
Profiles this new academic facility that combines the disciplines of biology, chemistry, physics, psychology, and mathematics. The building is LEED Platinum certified. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
The Diana Center, Barnard College.
Architectural Record; v198 n11 ; Nov 2010
Profiles this 98,000-square-foot, seven-level building that includes architecture and painting studios, exhibition galleries, a reading room, classrooms, faculty offices, a café, a dining room, a green roof, and, below ground, a 500-seat performance and event space as well as a 100-seat black-box theater. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants accompany the text.
University of Oregon John E. Jaqua Center for Student Athletes.
Architectural Record; v198 n11 ; Nov 2010
Profiles a 40,000-square-foot, three-level academic center for student athletes. The ground floor includes a public café, an auditorium, and an atrium; the two floors above (open to student athletes only) feature a 114-seat auditorium, tutor rooms, faculty and advising offices, a computer lab, a graphics lab, and a library. The glass building is situated on a table of water, blurring the distinction between building and landscape. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants accompany the text.
Media Production Center, Columbia College Chicago.
Gonchar, Joann Architectural Record; v198 n11 , p115-119 ; Nov 2010
Profiles this urban communication arts facility, built rapidly with pre-cast walls and carefully designed to mitigate noise from nearby train and car traffic. A green roof reduces the noise of rain as well. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants accompany the text.
10 Akron Street.
Kolleeny, Jane Architectural Record; v198 n11 , p126-128 ; Nov 2010
Profiles this new Harvard University dormitory whose modern architecture compliments the adjacent three 22-story residential towers. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants accompany the text.
William L. Clay Education Center, Harris-Stowe State University.
Minutillo, Joseph Architectural Record; v198 n11 , p124-,125 ; Nov 2010
Profiles this large, low-rise, and modern academic and early learning facility, set into a traditional campus of taller brick buildings. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants accompany the text.
KAUST.
Minutillo, Josephine Architectural Record; v198 n11 , p90-99 ; Nov 2010
Profiles Saudi Arabia's King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST). The advanced research campus was built to LEED standards in a harsh desert environment that nonetheless had to contend with and high salinity of its coastal site. Photographs and plans accompany a description of design, building techniques, materials, and sustainability efforts.
At Just 14, Iconic Building Raises Preservation Issues.
Biemiller, Lawrence The Chronicle of Higher Education; v57 n8 , pA1,A18-A20 ; Oct 15, 2010
Describes the University of Cincinnati's 14 year-old Aranoff Center, which despite being a signature work of architecture, is now in need of significant repair due to disintegration of its exterior. The history of the building's design is detailed, as is the debate over whether to restore the exterior or replace it with something more reliable.
College/University.
Learning By Design; n19 , p54,56-60 ; Fall 2010
Profiles 5 higher education facilities cited in the Fall 2010 Learning by Design competition. For each project, a description, list of project participants, costs, and photographs are included.
Recreation, Health and Learning at Sac State "WELL" Center.
School Construction News; v16 n6 , p24,25 ; Sep-Oct 2010
Profiles this new recreation center that integrates health services, outdoor adventure clubs, and exercise. The LEED Gold-rated facility features a transparent exterior that reveals the activities going on within, and makes it a beacon that attracts students.
Walter Cronkite School of Journalism.
Blair, Scott Green Source; v5 n5 , p62-65 ; Sep-Oct 2010
Profiles this satellite building of Arizona State University, built on a tight and reclaimed brownfield site in downtown Phoenix. The use of BIM and other fast-paced construction techniques are emphasized. Plans, photographs, and project statistics accompany the text.
North Campus Residence Hall, Roger Williams University: Bridging the World.
Cassidy, Robert Building Design and Construction; v51 n5 , p30-32 ; Sep 2010
Profiles this residence halls that offers seven different types of accommodations, from single rooms to 10-person living/learning suites.
Taylor Place: Arizona State University Downtown Student Housing; Committed to the Core.
Cassidy, Robert Building Design and Construction; v51 n5 , p34-36 ; Sep 2010
Profiles this 13-story dormitory built in downtown Phoenix on a very tight site and in only 22 months. Design and construction techniques that facilitated the project are described.
UC Irvine Douglas Hospital: A Model for the Entire Industry.
Cassidy, Robert Building Design and Construction; v51 n5 , p26-29 ; Sep 2010
Describes how this university hospital was built under stringent California guidelines, with careful builder oversight, and was still completed early under budget. Extensive cooperation between officials and the design-build team, value engineering, and deferred building features are described.
Not Just for Exercise.
Gosling, Nicholas School Construction News; v16 n6 , p16-19 ; Sep-Oct 2010
Discusses the importance of quality recreational facilities in student recruitment and retention, and profiles outstanding facilities at the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana, Montana State University, and Delaware State University. The facilities were chosen for their unique planning methods, designs, and use of interior elements.
Grading Green Results.
Morton, Jennie Buildings; v104 n9 , p60-62,64 ; Sep 2010
Discusses three universities' experience with sustainable design. Despite minor issues, all three institutions are saving energy and are pleased as well with the ability to use the building as a teaching tool.
Core Strength: At a New Stanford Building, Atria Double-Major in Sustainability and Community.
Green Source; Aug 2010
Profiles the atria in Stanford University?s Y2E2 building, which allow daylight to reach all the way to the basement.
Healthcare Facilities/Teaching Hospitals.
American School and University; v82 n13 , p79,80 ; Aug 2010
Profiles new teaching hospitals at the University of Florida and Rockland Children's Center, winning projects in the 2010 American School and University Magazine Education Interiors Showcase. Photographs and project statistics accompany a brief description of each project.
Main Winners.
American School and University; v82 n13 , p14,16-19 ; Aug 2010
Profiles the two main winners in the 2010 American School and University Magazine Education Interiors competition. The Omaha Public Schools Saddlebrook Joint-Use Library and the New York University Stern School of Business Concourse were chosen for high performance, value, safety and security, innovation, atmosphere, functionality, quality, and contextual relationship. Photographs and project statistics accompany a brief description of each project.
New Projects.
Laboratory Design; v15 n8 , p12 ; Aug 2010
Profiles new higher education laboratory projects at The University of California-Riverside, Kennesaw State University, and Brown University. A list of project statistics and participants accompanies the text.
Vocational/Industrial Arts Areas.
American School and University; v82 n13 , p128 ; Aug 2010
Profiles the Laney College Culinary Academy and Bistro, a winning project in the 2010 American School and University Magazine Education Interiors Showcase. This renovated cooking school now features a light-filled indoor-outdoor café staffed by the culinary arts students. Photographs and project statistics accompany a brief description of each project.
Putting 'Community' into Community College Campuses.
Idziorek, Katherine Seattle Daily Journal of Commerce; Jul 22, 2010
Describes three Washington community colleges whose campus plans have been reworked according to the campus context, and attention to community.
College Residence Dorm.
Design Cost Data; v54 n4 , p34,35 ; Jul-Aug 2010
Profiles this renovation of a 1929 apartment building into a dormitory for Bloomfield College. Bringing the building up to current codes, removal of lead paint and asbestos, and renovation of amenities to modern standards are described. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
The House That Phil Knight Built.
Hagberg, Eva Metropolis; v30 n1 , p52-57 ; Jul-Aug 2010
Profiles the University of Oregon's Jone E. Jaqua Academic Center for Student Athletes, designed specifically to provide a tutorial and collaborative atmosphere. The opulent contemporary design is detailed.
A Green Building: The Good, the Bad, the Neutral.
McDermott, Richard Facilities Manager; v26 n4 , p33-38 ; Jul-Aug 2010
Analyzes the University of Texas Health Science Center School of Nursing as an example of a "green" higher education facility. The author discusses the buildings awards, project cost, energy cost, and indoor air quality. These and other green elements are then analyzed in terms of their success, neutrality, or failure.
11th Annual Showcase of Outstanding Design and Architecture in Education.
School Planning and Management; v49 n6 , pE1-E36 ; Jun 2010
Recognizes 32 outstanding new and renovated K-12 and higher education facilities. Each entry contains photographs, a text description, and summarized project data. Architect and manufacturer indices complete the supplement.
New Projects.
Laboratory Design; v15 n5 , p12 ; Jun 2010
Profiles new higher education laboratories at the University of West Florida, Emory University, and the University of Florida. A list of project statistics and participants accompanies the text.
University of Waterloo School of Pharmacy.
Balbaa, Taymoore Canadian Architect; v55 n6 , p18-22 ; Jun 2010
Profiles a new building for the University of Waterloo School of Pharmacy. The facility enhances an abandoned urban sit that once hosted a factory that was the anchor of the local econmony. The exterior includes laminates of a floral motif, and the revitalized block has had a positive impact on the surrounding community.
Diana Center.
Giovannini, Joseph
Details construction of mixed-use student center, classroom, and studio building at Barnard College. Particular attention is given to non-traditional use of glass walls. Sectional drawings, plans, and photographs accompany the text.
Inside Out.
Gonchar, Joann Architectural Record; v198 n6 , p148-155 ; Jun 2010
Profiles Massachusetts Institute of Technology's new Media Lab, noting the design of its distinctive exterior, atrium, and exterior screens. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants accompany the text.
Graded on a Curve.
Minutillo, Josephine Architectural Record; v198 n6 , p156-162 ; Jun 2010
Profiles the Rolex Learning Center at the Ecole Polytechnique Federal de Lausanne. The highly unusual architecture is detailed, as are the successes and failures of the interior spaces.
Facility Focus: Science Facilities.
College Planning and Management; v13 n5 , p63-65 ; May 2010
Documents successful new science facilities at Mankato State University, University of Central Oklahoma, and Georgia State University.
Colleges and Universities.
Learning By Design; n19 , p109-121 ; Spring 2010
Profiles 13 higher education facilities cited in the 2010 Learning by Design competition. For each project, a description, list of project participants, costs, and photographs are included.
Facility Focus: Student Centers.
College Planning and Management; v13 n4 ; Apr 2010
Describes advances in green construction at University of Vermont, Dudley H. Davis Student Center; Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE), Student Success Center; University of La Verne, Abraham Campus Center; and Oxnard College, Student Services Building.
New Projects.
Laboratory Design; v15 n4 , p14 ; Apr 2010
Profiles the new University of Miami, Florida, Marine Technology and Life Sciences Seawater Research Building. Project statistics accompany the text.
Joukowsky Institute for Archaeology and the Ancient World.
Giovannini, Joseph Architect; v99 n4 , p79-83 ; Apr 2010
Profiles this modern classroom and exhibit interior created within an iconic historic building at Brown University. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants accompany the text.
Efficiency By the Book.
McLauchlan, Donald; Lavan, David High Performing Buildings; , p6-10 ; Spring 2010
Profiles Loyola University Chicago's Richard J. Klarchek Information Commons Building. The abundant high performance features of this bookless learning commons are detailed in text, diagrams, and charts.
Integrated Existence.
School Construction News; v16 n2 , p14-16 ; Mar-Apr 2010
Discusses the design and delivery of the Cronkite School at Arizona State University. The article focuses on this joint city/university project, the time and site constraints, and the project management method.
New Projects.
Laboratory Design; v15 n3 , p12-14 ; Mar 2010
Profiles the Wilmer Eye Institute, Robert H. and Clarice Smith Building at Johns Hopkins University, providing building statistics, a list of project participants, and a short description.
Student Services and Visual/Performing Arts Complex, Bay College.
Design Cost Data; v54 n2 , p36,37 ; Mar-Apr 2010
Profiles this multi-purpose building, consisting of a combination of renovation and new construction. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Second Act.
Connolly, Lawrence Texas Architect; v60 n2 , p52-55 ; Mar-Apr 2010
Profiles the renovation of the University of Texas' Bass Concert Hall for fire safety, patron accommodation, and increased theatrical possibilities.
Building the Brand.
Dean, Krystin College Planning and Management; v13 n3 , p50-55 ; Mar 2010
Profiles Young Harris College's plans for virtually doubling the student population, highlighting the president's insistence on quality design, amenities, and aesthetics, as well as student involvement and sustainability in new construction.
Kansas Facility Scores Recruiting Success with Interdisciplinary Focus.
Harvath, Tom Laboratory Design; v15 n3 , p1,3,4 ; Mar 2010
Profiles the new Kansas Life Sciences Center at the University of Kansas. The multi-disciplinary laboratory unites medical and pharmaceutical research in a facility noted for its outstanding architecture, flexible laboratories, and sustainable features.
Hidden Potential.
Kristal, Marc Metropolis; v29 n8 , p34,36 ; Mar 2010
Profiles the conversion of an unloved 1960 dormitory at Austin's St. Edward's University into attractive faculty offices, along with a classroom addition.
New Projects.
Laboratory Design; v15 n2 , p13 ; Feb 2010
Profiles recently built science facilities at the University of Minnesota and the University of Colorado. Building statistics, a list of project participants, and a short description of each are included.
Royal Conservatory of Music Telus Centre for Performance and Learning.
Lam, Elsa Canadian Architect; v55 n2 , p20-25 ; Feb 2010
Profiles this new music conservatory addition, featuring abundant performing and rehearsal spaces, generous public areas, appropriate acoustical isolation, and a concert hall large enough to host professional productions.
Facility Focus: Academic Buildings/Lecture Halls.
College Planning and Management; v13 n1 , p81-84 ; Jan 2010
Profiles four new higher education academic buildings, highlighting their large common areas, daylighting, and sophisticated classrooms.
Tactical Insertions.
Canadian Architect; v55 n1 , p24-28 ; Jan 2010
Profiles several new buildings at Vancouver's Langara College. The stark black exteriors of the new library, classroom building, and student center contrast with the prevailing civic palette. Photographs and plans accompany the text.
West Virginia University Erickson Alumni Center.
Design Cost Data; v54 n1 , p32,33 ; Jan-Feb 2010
Profiles this prominent alumni center, designed to become a symbol of tradition by emulating the architecture of one of the oldest buildings on the campus. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, plans, and photographs are included.
Student Learning Centre (SLC) Embraces the New Melbourne Model of Teaching: Facilitating Collaborative Learning.
Ball, Sarah Educational Facility Planner; v44 n2/3 , p37-41 ; 2010
Draws on innovative designs to create the new Student Learning Centre (SLC) at the University of Melbourne School of Engineering. To facilitate collaborative learning while acting as a point for interaction and social activity, the SLC offers adaptable classrooms, group study areas, enhanced with a garden area and other free space. Floor plans and photographs assist in understanding the adaptive resources of the SLC.
Seamless Expansion.
Brave, Fernando Texas Architect; v60 n1 , p38-43 ; Jan-Feb 2010
Profiles a new dormitory with dining facilities and a library addition at Rice University. Thoughtful design by an international team of architects carefully respects the campus master plan. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants are included.
Science in a New Light.
Burris, Charlie Texas Architect; v60 n1 , p48-53 ; Jan-Feb 2010
Profiles the Interdisciplinary Life Sciences Building at Texas A&M University. The building represents the institutions first foray into sustainable design, conforms to the new campus master plan, and serves interdisciplinary functions. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants are included.
The Future is Now.
Goetzman, Amy Architecture Minnesota; v36 n1 , p20-23,51 ; Jan-Feb 2010
Profiles the Leonard A. Ford Hall science building at the University of Minnesota-Mankato. The high performance building's details are discussed, as is its popularity as a student meeting place. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants are included.
Campus Engagement.
Howard, Justin Texas Architect; v60 n1 , p58-61 ; Jan-Feb 2010
Profiles the Baker Patillo Student Center at Stephen F. Austin University. The participatory planning process yielded a vibrant, daylit structure that preserved adjacent green space. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants are included.
Building Community.
Kohler, Ann Architecture Minnesota; v36 n1 , p34,35,50 ; Jan-Feb 2010
Profiles the Julia A. Sears Residence Hall at Minnesota State University-Mankato. The facility consists of 2-bedroom suites joined by a shared bath to promote socializing. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants are included.
King of the Castle.
Leslie, Thomas Iowa Architect; n 09:270 , p16,17 ; 2010
Profiles Iowa State University's new King Pavillion, which hosts the College of Desgin. The building features natural ventilation that eliminates the need for air conditioning.
Refresher Course.
Mack, Linda Architecture Minnesota; v36 n1 , p28,29,52 ; Jan-Feb 2010
Profiles the restoration of the University of Minnesota's Folwell Hall, a landmark 1907 structure. Careful attention to replacing lost detailing and ornamentation is described. Photographs and a list of project participants are included.
Main Street Mix.
Miller, Nancy Architecture Minnesota; v36 n1 , p24-27,52 ; Jan-Feb 2010
Profiles the expanded and remodeled Dreyfus University Center at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. The building's activities are brought into view around the glazed exterior and the interior finishes reflect the wood-based economy of the area. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants are included.
Street Scene.
Miller, Nancy Architecture Minnesota; v36 n1 , p30-33 ; Jan-Feb 2010
Profiles the Minneapolis Community and Technical College Science Building, a building created by stripping the skin off of a former three-story automobile showroom. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants are included.
Shedding Light on the Sciences at UMass Amherst.
Schaeffner, Robert; Cabo, Gary Laboratory Design; v15 n1 , p10-12 ; Jan 2010
Profiles the new Integrated Sciences Building (ISB) at this institution, which took as a major priority the fostering of interdisciplinary interaction. The design of the concourse, the "treehouse" collaboration areas, and computer resource center are described, as are the suite-like classrooms.
Changing Course.
Wilson, Scott Texas Architect; v60 n1 , p54-57 ; Jan-Feb 2010
Profiles a Frisco, Texas, career and technical education facility. The inspirational architecture and programming, executed over twelve years' time, are highlighted. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants are included.
Facility Focus: Research Facilities.
College Planning and Management; v12 n12 , p33,34 ; Dec 2009
Profiles new scientific research facilities at the University of Alaska, Anchorage, and at The University of Michigan. Their design, equipment, and sustainability features are described.
Arizona State University Walter Cronkite School of Journalism & Mass Communication.
Architectural Record; Nov 2009
Profiles this academic building located in downtown Phoenix, located near a light rail station that connects the downtown Arizona State University campus to its main campus in Tempe, Arizona. The ground floor contains retail spaces, while the upper floors house classrooms and offices. The sixth floor includes a newsroom, production space, and control rooms. The exterior features glass, masonry, and, on the upper portion of the building, a patchwork of multi-colored metal panels meant to resemble the radio spectrum. Project information and photographs are included.
Bernoulliborg.
Architectural Record; Nov 2009
Profiles this news building housing the mathematics and physics departments of Groningen University and Hanze Polytechnic. A steel load-bearing structure exposes both the interior and exterior design. The public functions (library, reception, and restaurant)are housed in the transparent ground-floor volume. Two inner courtyards admit natural light into the core of the building. Project information and photographs are included.
Cahill Center for Astronomy and Astrophysics at Caltech.
Architectural Record; Nov 2009
Profiles this new academic building with a 148-seat auditorium, library, classrooms, offices, conference rooms, and basement-level laboratories. The modern structure was designed to visually connect to the university's historic northern campus. The exterior cladding's red fiber reinforced cement panels were selected for their recycled content and clean finish. Inside, the building offers a collaborative environment for a dozen different academic departments. Project information and photographs are included.
Francesco Bellini Life Sciences Building and the Cancer Research Building.
Architectural Record; Nov 2009
Profiles this cancer research and biomedicine center with offices, seminar rooms, conference areas, common-area kitchens on each floor, and research laboratories. The facility connects to the preexisting McGill University Life Sciences Complex, which comprises a circular, 16-story concrete building and a rectilinear, seven-story concrete building, both built in 1965. The existing facilities were renovated as part of the overall project. The new six-story, glass-and-zinc building provides additional space for researchers. Laboratories were designed to be flexible, with modular casework that allows workers to configure the space as needed. The building is topped with a green roof. Project information and photographs are included.
Grand Valley State University Laker Turf Building.
Design Cost Data; v53 n6 , p52,53 ; Nov-Dec 2009
Profiles this LEED Gold long-span indoor sports field facility, positioned on the site to maximize daylighting, solar heating, and natural ventilation. Photovoltaics and a rainwater collection system are also featured. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Kroon Hall, Yale School of Forestry and Environmental Studies.
Architectural Record; Nov 2009
Profiles this academic building with office space for 50 faculty and staff, three classrooms, a library, a learning center, a 175-seat auditorium, and an environment center for social gatherings. The contemporary structure blends the shape of a cathedral nave with that of a Connecticut barn, providing maximum performance in the New England climate. Extensive use of sustainable materials, rooftop photovoltaic panels, and a rainwater-harvesting system yielded a LEED Platinum facility. Project information and photographs are included.
LASALLE College of the Arts.
Architectural Record; Nov 2009
Profiles this arts campus with classrooms, studios, offices, an art shop, exhibition space, student center, faculty lounge, library, and study pods. The complex occupies a full block in the heart of Singapore. Six entrances from four different streets make the building accessible to both students and the public. The exterior walls, made of aluminum and black stone, enclose a canyon-like interior surrounded by glass and steel volumes. Bridges link the volumes and serve as performance platforms. Project information and photographs are included.
New Projects.
Laboratory Design; v14 n11 , p12 ; Nov 2009
Profiles the Conoco-Phillips Integrated Science Building at the University of Alaska-Anchorage. The three wings are connected by a central atrium and the outdoor quadrangle integrates into the natural landscape.
Post-Secondary.
American School and University; v82 n3 , p105-148 ; Nov 2009
Profiles 39 higher education facilities, awarded for their adherence to the stated goal of the facility, their ability to enhance learning, functionality, and sustainability. Project information and photographs are included. (The URL for this citation links to the searchable database of American School and University Magazine s school design awards.)
Rector Science Complex Stuart Hall and James Hall, Dickinson College.
Design Cost Data; v53 n6 , p18,22,23 ; Nov-Dec 2009
Profiles this LEED Gold facility that was attached to an existing building to form a courtyard that functions as a social hub. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Sherrerd Hall.
Architectural Record; Nov 2009
Profiles this new Princeton University academic building. The building's modern form, proportions, and patterned glass facade are drawn from surrounding buildings. Its green roof is the first on the Princeton campus. Other green features include an energy-efficient curtain-wall system, storm water controls, and bike parking facilities. Inside, classrooms and offices line the perimeter of the building, where floor-to-ceiling windows provide views and natural light. A three-story atrium fosters casual interaction between students and professors. Project information and photographs are included.
St. Edward's University New Residence and Dining Hall.
Architectural Record; Nov 2009
Profiles this student center that includes dormitory rooms for 300 beds, dining halls, a coffee house, and a health center. The design of the New Residence and Dining Hall is based that of a monastery. Both organize small private cells within the context of larger common areas, and both provide a transition from an outside world to an interior space. Several volumes encompass a glazed central interior, forming a canyon of sorts and providing a shared outdoor courtyard. Red glass panels add color to the otherwise monochromatic building. The courtyard connects to common areas, which in turn connect to private residences. Project information and photographs are included.
The Bernard and Anne Spitzer School of Architecture.
Architectural Record; Nov 2009
Profiles this architecture school with design studios, classrooms, faculty and administrative offices, conference rooms, exhibition space, computer labs, a library, reading room, model shop, and rooftop terrace and amphitheater. The project involved the partial reuse of a 1950s modernist office building on the site. To create a cohesive interior, the architects cut a large opening in each floor plate to form a light-filled central atrium, where a series of steel stairs and pedestrian bridges facilitate circulation and promote interaction among students and faculty members. Project information and photographs are included.
Harvard NW Science Building.
Bierig. Aleksandr Architectural Record; v197 n11 , p108-113 ; Nov 2009
Profiles this new academic science building, which masks its considerable bulk via a zig-zag floor plan that prevents the viewing of the entire building at one time.
41 Cooper Square.
Gonchar, Joann Architectural Record; v197 n11 , p96-101 ; Nov 2009
Profiles this addition to the Cooper Union, an architecturally distinctive modern building that is wrapped in a perforated stainless steel screen which helps mitigate heat gain in summer and retain heat in winter. Project information, plans, and photographs are included.
Price Center East.
KcKnight, Jenna Architectural Record; v197 n11 , p102-107 ; Nov 2009
Profiles this large expansion to a student union whose bulk is distributed through a series of interconnecting 'boxes.' The facility was immediately popular and is currently visited by 12,000 people each day.
America's Greenest Colleges.
Wingfield, Brian Forbes; Oct 08, 2009
Presents Forbes Magazines list of greenest colleges, considering their participation in the Environmental Protection Agency's "Green Power Partnership," participation in the American College and University Presidents' Climate Commitment, and participation in a voluntary sustainability tracking program run by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). Colleges also received credit for making the Princeton Review's "2010 Green Rating Honor Roll." A slideshow featuring the selected schools accompanies the article.
Facility Focus: Residence Halls.
College Planning and Management; v12 n10 , p52-54 ; Oct 2009
Profiles two new and one remodeled university residence halls. Amenities include study and computer rooms, private bedrooms, attractive common areas, and kitchenettes.
Securing the Campus.
Barista, Dave Planning for Higher Education; v50 n10 , p58-61 ; Oct 2009
Discusses the adoption of mass notification by higher education institutions, it s upcoming inclusion in 2010 versions of the NFPA Fire Code, devices that are currently being employed in notification systems, and appropriate layering of the tiers in a system.
Carbon Neutral Now.
Russell, James Metropolis; v29 n3 , p72-79 ; Oct 2009
Profiles Yale University's Kroon Hall, an office and seminar room that aims at carbon neutrality. Southern exposure of the longest side of the building harvests substantial daylight.
A Lesson in Sustainability.
Environmental Design and Construction; v12 n9 , p18-22 ; Sep 2009
Profiles the recycling of an outdated campus building into the new home for Arizona State University's School of Sustainability and Global Institute of Sustainability. The energy and water conservation features are described, as is the extensive recycled material content. Five additional environmentally conscious higher educational facilities are also cited in the article.
New Projects.
Laboratory Design; v14 n9 , p17 ; Sep 2009
Profiles recently built higher education laboratories at the University of Wisconsin, Florida Atlantic University, and Clemson University. Building statistics, a list of project participants, and a short description of each are included.
Snapshots: Ten Colleges and Universities Put Sustainability to the Test.
Education Design+Construction; v12 n9 , p24-26 ; Sep 2009
Briefly reviews "green" facilities at ten higher education institutions in Florida, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Texas, Vermont, and Virginia.
Soaking up the Storm.
Hieber, Mark; King, Susan Environmental Design and Construction; v12 n9 ; Sep 2009
Describes how Lawrence Technological University responded to a mandate to control rainwater runoff with a green roof on its new student services building, graywater toilets, and bioswales. Project statistics, a list of design and construction participants, and list of materials used are included.
Living and Learning in a Sustainable Community.
Dixon, Baird Environmental Design and Construction; v12 n9 , p28-30,32 ; Sep 2009
Profiles The Commons at Vanderbilt University. The 300,000 square foot residential village consists of five new residence halls and five renovated ones, along with a freestanding dining facility. Each hall contains at least one classroom and a faculty apartment, along with music practice rooms and student amenities. The exteriors carefully match the historic campus architecture. Abundant sustainability features include extensive recycled content and extra insulation. Project statistics, a list of design and construction participants, and list of materials used are included.
Graduate Aerospace Laboratories at Caltech.
Howard, Sebastian Architectural Record; v197 n9 , p94-98 ; Sep 2009
Profiles this newly renovated 1928 building, featuring enthusiastic ornamentation that reflects the nature of research conducted in the building.
Sporting a New Look.
Lockwood, Matt Environmental Design and Construction; v12 n9 ; Sep 2009
Profiles the newly renovated Memorial Field House at the University of Toledo. The exterior of the 1931 structure was preserved, but it now houses 54 classrooms, 70 faculty offices, a 250-seat auditorium, and a variety of educational support spaces. A list of materials used in the project is included.
Science Meets Faith in Azusa Pacific Building Project.
Marks, Frederick Laboratory Design; v14 n9 , p1,4-6 ; Sep 2009
Profiles this institution's new Segerstrom Science Center, detailing building statistics, project management, design and exterior detailing, and sustainability elements.
Web Exclusive: Laboratory Goes Through-the-Roof Green.
Matter, Tony
Profiles a new facility at Maine's Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory, focusing on the design and insulation of more than eight inches of polyisocyanurate insulation in the roofing system that delivers extremely high R-values.
Green Up: Trends in Eco-Friendly Facility Design.
Ocken, Jessica Recreation Management; v10 n9 , p28-33 ; Sep 2009
Discusses environmentally friendly trends in athletic facility design, with an emphasis on LEED certification. Examples of three higher education facilities are described.
California Style.
Perry, Amy School Construction News; v15 n6 , p16-18 ; Sep-Oct 2009
Profiles the University of Southern California's new School of Cinematic Arts. The modern interpretation of the early 20th-century California style blends with existing campus architecture. Details that contribute to the facility s intended 100-year lifespan are described, with emphasis on sustainability and seismic stability.
Making the Connection.
Spigelski, Caroline Environmental Design and Construction; v12 n9 ; Sep 2009
Profiles the joining up of existing and new science buildings at McGill University. A variety of complex site, design, and historical context challenges were met by a collaborative team of occupants and designers. The new complex features abundant natural lighting, flexible laboratory and support spaces, and deference to the adjacent green slope of Mount Royal. A list of project participants and sustainability strategies is included.
Clearing the High-Rise Challenge.
Trondsen, Christina Environmental Design and Construction; v12 n9 ; Sep 2009
Describes the University of Hawaii's new 12-story dormitory, with sub-metered air conditioning that can be charged back to the students. Specifications of the HVAC system are included.
Attention to Detail Makes WWU Building Unique.
Bacon, Sheila Seattle Daily Journal of Commerce; Aug 2009
Profiles Western Washington University s new Academic Instructional Center, featuring natural ventilation, controlled daylighting, and a unique combination of concrete and steel construction.
Exhibition Space/Galleries.
American School and University; v81 n13 , p84 ; Aug 2009
Profiles Concordia College's Donald A Krenz Academic Center, selected for the 2009 American School and University Magazine Education Interiors Showcase. The project was chosen for its ability to integrate current and future technology, innovative use of materials, life-cycle cost versus first cost, timelessness, safety and security, clarity of design concept, and accommodation of an enhanced educational mission. Photographs and project statistics accompany a brief description of the project.
Facility Focus: Auditoriums/Performing Arts.
College Planning and Management; v12 n8 , p38 ; Aug 2009
Profiles Colorado College's Cornerstone Arts Center, featuring flexible theatre venues, networked gallery spaces, and modifiable acoustics in the main theatre.
Gold, Silver, and Bronze Citations.
American School and University; v81 n13 , p20-34,36-44 ; Aug 2009
Profiles 17 gold, silver, and bronze citation winners in the 2009 American School and University Magazine Education Interiors Showcase. The projects were chosen for their ability to integrate current and future technology, innovative use of materials, life-cycle cost versus first cost, timelessness, safety and security, clarity of design concept, and accommodation of an enhanced educational mission. Photographs and project statistics accompany a brief description of each project.
Healthcare Facilities/Teaching Hospitals.
American School and University; v81 n13 , p85 ; Aug 2009
Profiles the San Antonio College Nursing and Allied Health Complex, selected for the 2009 American School and University Magazine Education Interiors Showcase. The project was chosen for its ability to integrate current and future technology, innovative use of materials, life-cycle cost versus first cost, timelessness, safety and security, clarity of design concept, and accommodation of an enhanced educational mission. Photographs and project statistics accompany a brief description of the project.
Main Winners.
American School and University; v81 n13 , p14,16-19 ; Aug 2009
Profiles the two main winners in the 2009 American School and University Magazine Education Interiors competition. The Phelps Architecture, Construction and Engineering High School and the Harre Union at Valparaiso University were chosen for their ability to integrate current and future technology, innovative use of materials, life-cycle cost versus first cost, timelessness, safety and security, clarity of design concept, and accommodation of an enhanced educational mission. Photographs and project statistics accompany a brief description of each project.
Facility Focus: Student Centers/Health Services.
College Planning and Management; v12 n7 , p40,41 ; Jul 2009
Profiles new student health and services facilities at Pennsylvania State University, and the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The respective service areas and sustainable features of these large buildings are described.
Rolling Hills Graduate Student Housing, Nova Southeastern University.
Design Cost Data; v53 n4 , p26,27 ; Jul-Aug 2009
Profiles this Florida dormitory that was built up from the original tunnel form shells of a previous golf resort building. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Canyon Village.
Connolly, Lawrence Texas Architect; v59 n4 , p54-59 ; Jul-Aug 2009
Profiles this new St. Edward's University residential village, consisting of dormitories housing student services on the ground floors, designed by internationally renowned architects.
$5.7 Million Residence Hall Achieves LEED Gold Certification.
Larson, Heather School Construction News; v12 n5 , p12,13 ; Jul-Aug 2009
Profiles a new 176-bed dormitory at Mount Holyoke College that achieved LEED Gold certification. Notable features are solar hot water, high recycled building content, 90% recycling of construction waste, and cork/bamboo flooring.
Loyola's Information Commons: Designed with Nature in Mind.
McLaughlin, Mark Facility Management Journal; v19 n4 , p58,60,61 ; Jul-Aug 2009
Reviews the extensive sustainability features of Chicago’s Loyola University Information Commons. These include a double-skin façade that manages heat flow and natural ventilation, abundant daylighting, recycled materials, and a sophisticated radiant heating system. The building yields a more than 50% energy savings over conventional buildings of its size.
Under the Lights: Athletic Facilities Take Center Stage in Establishing School Identities.
Perry, Amy School Construction News; v12 n5 , p14-17 ; Jul-Aug 2009
Profiles athletic facilities at two universities and one high school. The new arena at Missouri State University features a dedicated student seating section and concourse, the University of Arizona facility features expanded and consolidated practice facilities for all indoor sports, and the Union City, New Jersey, high school football field was built on the roof of a new high school.
New Projects.
Laboratory Design; v14 n6 , p14 ; Jun 2009
Profiles three recently built higher education laboratories, providing building statistics, a list of project participants, and a short description of each.
Tenth Annual Showcase of Outstanding Design and Architecture in Education.
School Planning and Management; v48 n6 , pE1-E56 ; Jun 2009
Recognizes 44 outstanding new and renovated K-12 and higher education facilities. Each entry contains photographs, a text description, and summarized project data. Architect and manufacturer indices complete the supplement.
The Green Data Center.
Grayson, Jennifer Campus Technology; v22 n10 , p15,16,18 ; Jun 2009
Profiles the renovation of Utah State University's data center that included replacing an inefficient chilling system that used CFC refrigerant and server virtualization that reduced the size of the data center and the amount of cooling needed. Modular data centers in use at other universities are also described.
It's All about Flex-Ability.
Grush, Mary Campus Technology; v22 n10 , p31,32,34,36 ; Jun 2009
Profiles Santa Clara University's Harrington Learning Commons, Sobrato Technology Center, and Orradre Library. This single building provides complete wireless coverage, traditional and flexible furnishings, abundant power access, and a variety of private and collaborative learning spaces.
A Good Neighbor.
Madeira, David College Planning and Management; v12 n6 , p20,22-24 ; Jun 2009
Describes how the Thomas Jefferson Medical College constructed a new building in consultation with the users and the surrounding neighborhood. The result was removal of surface parking to an underground lot and gain of 1.4 acres of green space.
A University in Detroit Pins New Hopes on Old Buildings.
Sander, Libby The Chronicle of Higher Education; v55 n36 , pA13,A14 ; May 08, 2009
Profiles urban revitalization underway in the area around Wayne State University. The university is reusing abandoned factories, and many crumbling mansions are being restored by faculty and staff.
Facility Focus: Libraries.
College Planning and Management; v12 n5 , p46,47 ; May 2009
Profiles new libraries at Chaminade University and Roberts Wesleyan College. Technology integration, sustainable design, and user amenities are described.
New Projects.
Laboratory Design; v14 n5 , p22,23,29 ; May 2009
Profiles new higher education science laboratories in California, Michigan, Utah, and Ontario, providing building statistics, a list of project participants, and a short description of each.
Olsen Hall, Nichols College.
Design Cost Data; v53 n3 , p28,29 ; May 2009
Profiles the renovation of this college's oldest dormitory into its most desirable one. Replaced windows, creation of false walls for insulation, new interior finishes, and bathroom remodeling are described. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Harvard Fits Large, Versatile Lab into Sensitive Campus Site.
Higginbotham, Julie Laboratory Design; v14 n5 , p3,8-10 ; May 2009
Profiles Harvards Northwest Science Building, which accommodated neighborhood concerns over the buildings bulk by placing more than half the total square footage of the facility below grade, and incorporating three functioning green roofs. Placing much of the structure underground also allowed creation of ultra-low-vibration space for sensitive imaging equipment, and produced sustainability benefits by reducing material use and energy consumption.
Lab Honored for Dramatic Renovation of Key Space.
Higginbotham, Julie Laboratory Design; v14 n5 , p12-14 ; May 2009
Profiles Carleton University's Steacie SuperLab, a large and open facility created from four previous cramped and dark laboratories. Opening the space allowed for a doubling of fume hood capacity and a 20 percent increase in student capacity. The former ring corridor was reconfigured with modular prep labs and office space for lab coordinators, and incorporated into the teaching environment with the addition of chalkboard walls for impromptu discussions.
Lab of the Year Combines Efficiency, Site Sensitivity.
Higginbotham, Julie Laboratory Design; v14 n5 , p3-7,25 ; May 2009
Profiles Columbia University's Gary C. Comer Geochemistry Building, Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory Campus. The facility was sited for minimal environmental impact, preserving views, avoiding runoff, and minimizing disturbance to the landscape. A high office-to-laboratory ratio is accompanied by daylit atriums for casual interaction.
Grow Your Green Campus Organically.
Schaffhauser, Dian Campus Technology; v22 n9 , p30-34 ; May 2009
Profiles the coordinated sustainability efforts at Michigan's Delta College. These grew out of the college's facilities department, and were aided by their joining the American College and University Presidents Climate Commitment. Coordination of the sustainability task force, reconfiguration of the schedule to curb HVAC use, and the execution of an energy use inventory are addressed.
ASU Polytechnic Green.
Smith, Susan Architecture Week; , pB1.1-B1.3 ; Apr 22, 2009
Profiles the new academic complex at the Arizona State University Polytechnic campus. Horizontal shades allow daylighting while protecting the building from extreme desert sun. Shaded walkways and courtyards create outdoor circulation areas that do not require air conditioning, photovoltaic panels adorn the roof, bioswales capture rainwater, and native plantings are used.
Facility Focus: Sports and Fitness Facilities.
College Planning and Management; v12 n4 , p81-83 ; Apr 2009
Profiles fitness and athletic medicine centers at the University of Oregon, Texas A&M University, and Providence College.
New Projects.
Laboratory Design; v14 n4 , p16 ; Apr 2009
Profiles recently built laboratories at Vanderbilt University, Carnegie Mellon University, and the University of Washington, providing building statistics, a list of project participants, and a short description.
Univ. of Miami Takes Integrated Approach to Biomedical Research and Support Services.
Laboratory Design; v14 n4 , p1-5 ; Apr 2009
Profiles the University of Miami's Biomedical Research Building. Descriptions of the research spaces, support facilities, and sophisticated HVAC system and exhausts are included.
Paradise Put in Place of a Parking Lot.
Latane, Claire Landscape Architecture; v99 n4 , p42,44,46,48-52,54,56,57 ; Apr 2009
Profiles the University of California Santa Barbara's transformation of a parking lot already under construction into a restored coastal wetland. The extensive collaboration of university officials, landscape architects, and biologists is described, as is the resulting much-admired natural landscape.
The USC School of Cinematic Arts: The Arrival of Spring in the Facilities Industry.
Smith, Dana Journal of Building Information Modeling; , p16,17 ; Spring 2009
Profiles this new academic building that used building information modeling (BIM). BIM was requested by the main donor because they had realized significant savings on a previous project through BIM.
New Projects.
Laboratory Design; v14 n3 , p15 ; Mar 2009
Profiles a recently built laboratory at Georgia State University, providing building statistics, a list of project participants, and a short description.
Below the Horizon.
Chodikoff, Ian Canadian Architect; v54 n3 , p20-25 ; Mar 2009
Profiles the Choice First Centre for Health and Wellness at Canada's University of Lethbridge. Substantial portions of the building are underground, preserving campus views and mitigating the large bulk of the building. Photographs, plans, and sectional views accompany the text.
St. Cloud Technical College and Workforce Center.
LeFevre, Camille Architecture Minnesota; , p40-43,62 ; Mar-Apr 2009
Profiles this addition to an disliked, sprawling, one-story community college that offers a lively atrium and easier wayfinding to student services, laboratories, and classrooms.
Socio-cultural Sustainability of Future Learning Environments: the Case of the New Kuwait University Campus.
Mahgoub, Yasser Open House International; v34 n1 , p68-74 ; Mar 2009
Investigates the impact of social and cultural requirements on the sustainability of future learning environmentz. The case of New Kuwait University City in Shedadiyah is used to illustrate how current social and cultural requirements impact the design of a future university campus and inhibit the production of a sustainable environment. Among several socio-cultural factors, the paper focuses on two significant aspects that have dramatically affected the development of the master plan for the New University City; namely separation of students sexes and car parking requirements. The first requirement was mandated by a parliament decree to build two separate campuses; one for male students and the other for female students. The implementation of this requirement resulted in the duplication of many educational facilities and immensely increased space and budget requirements. The second requirement reflected dependency on automobiles as primary means of transportation in Kuwait. It resulted in a necessity to allocate large areas of land for vehicular traffic and car parking. These two requirements created a great challenge towards achieving the required level of sustainability. The paper concludes that while recognizing that accommodating clients social and cultural requirements is necessary for the application of a comprehensive sustainability strategy, these requirements might work against achieving required levels of other aspects of sustainability.
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Charles Hostler Student Center.
Miller, Nancy Architecture Minnesota; , p32,33,54 ; Mar-Apr 2009
Profiles the ecologically friendly Hostler Center at the American University of Beirut. The building responds to the Mediterranean climate by being oriented to ocean breezes and by allowing occupants to move between lower-level shaded areas during the day, to the cool rooftops at night.
Campus Conversion.
Neubeck, Kurt Texas Architect; v59 n2 , p52-57 ; Mar-Apr 2009
Profiles the conversion of an office complex into a Houston Community College campus. Finishes that were preserved and enlivening of the interior spaces are described.
Design for Communication: Post-Occupancy Evaluation of Classroom Spaces.
Potthoff, Joy Open House International; v34 n1 , p26-34 ; Mar 2009
Examines faculty and student satisfaction with classrooms in an unnamed university facility in the midwest. The two-story, 95,000 square foot building was dedicated for use by the entire campus with no college or department given permanent classroom space. The facility s classrooms were designed to incorporate state-of-the-art communications technology including television monitors, DVD and video cassette recorders, overhead projectors and slide projectors, video presenters, and hook-ups for computers and CD, tape and other audio equipment. A post-occupancy evaluation (POE) survey of 125 faculty and 5,048 students using the facility indicated that the majority of faculty and students were satisfied with it. However, problems were cited including: difficulty in using equipment, uncomfortable room temperatures and seating, and a sterile environment.
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Does Place Really Matter to Students with Learning Disabilities? A Study of Three University Campuses.
Whitmer, Susan Open House International; v34 n1 , p75-81 ; Mar 2009
Examines the role of "place" as a component of academic success for those students with learning disabilities (LD). Methodology included both literature review and the development of a case study analysis of three post-secondary institutions in the United States. The conclusion of the research reveals three specific components of the physical environment that hold an increased value for a student with LD. These are wayfinding, formal learning spaces, and disability services spaces. The key to integrating a sense of place with the needs of students with LD is moving beyond meeting the minimum standards of the legal mandates and bridging the principles of universal design to the built environment.
New Projects.
Laboratory Design; v13 n2 , p12,14 ; Feb 2009
Profiles four recently built higher education laboratories, providing building statistics, a list of project participants, and a short description of each.
Gwathmey Siegel Associates Sparks Controversy with an Addition to Paul Rudolph's Yale Art and Architecture Building.
Amelar, Sarah; Lewis, Michael J. Architectural Record; v197 n2 , p54-61 ; Feb 2009
Profiles the renovation of and addition to the Yale Art and Architecture Building. The controversial 1963 structure was restored to its original appearance, but with modern systems and a new addition by the restoring firm.
Case Study: Diablo Valley College Goes Wireless to Integrate with Network Security.
Vigue, Beverly Doors and Hardware; v73 n2 , p20-22 ; Feb 2009
Profiles this institution's use of wireless locks to retrofit an older building for increased access control. Proximity card access and a key override are featured.
2009 Renovation and Construction Showcase.
The Bulletin; v 77 n1 , p14-26 ; Jan 2009
Profiles ten new and renovated higher education student centers. Building statistics and photographs accompany brief descriptions of the facilities.
Citations of Excellence Awards 2009: Creative Buildings Contribute to the Learning Experience.
Learning By Design; n18 , p6-10 ; 2009
Briefly profiles 14 school facilities and their respective design firms, cited in the 2009 Learning by Design competition as being thoughtful, compact, and regionally inspired.
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Colleges and Universities.
Learning By Design; n18 , p 145-158 ; 2009
Profiles 14 higher education facilities cited in the 2009 Learning by Design competition. For each project, a description, list of project participants, costs, and photographs are included.
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Facility Focus: Community Colleges.
College Planning and Management; v12 n1 , p89-91 ; Jan 2009
Profiles three new community college academic buildings, all of which feature comfortable classrooms, sophisticated technology, natural lighting, and acoustical isolation.
New Projects.
Laboratory Design; v14 n1 , p15 ; Jan 2009
Profiles the Max Planck Society laboratory at Florida Atlantic University, providing building statistics, a list of project participants, and a short description.
Off the Shelf: High-Tech Library ushers in the Digital Age at University of Nevada.
Alfonso, Alex School Construction News; v12 n1 , p16-18 ; Jan-Feb 2009
Profiles the new library at the University of Nevada, featuring an advanced automated book retrieval and reshelving system that adapts to the frequency of use, study rooms with plasma screens, wireless network, a cafe, and daylighting.
A Well-Centered Campus.
Colbert, Thomas Texas Architect; v59 n1 , p46-51 ; Jan-Feb 2009
Profiles Rice University's Brochstein Pavilion, a cyber-cafe constructed adjacent to the library. It's transparent design creates a light-infused space that also illuminates a previously dark area of the campus at night. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants are included.
Sense of Place: Lowerre Family Terrace at Marymount Manhattan College.
Ezarik, Melissa University Business; v12 n1 , p12 ; Jan 2009
Profiles this social space created on the roof of an existing campus building. The plantings and waterfall made with stones from around the world are featured.
Aftermath: Alpha Chi Omega Sorority.
Gillen, M. Iowa Architect; 09:269 , p22,23 ; Jan 2009
Profiles this new University of Iowa sorority house that was built after a tornado destroyed the original. The architectural style, improvements in accommodations and amenities, and reuse of some materials from the destroyed structure are cited.
Fusion Buildings: New Trend with Some Old Roots.
Hamilton, Craig Planning for Higher Education; v37 n2 , p44-51 ; Jan 2009
Examines how many traditional stand-alone student services have been combined into facilities that co-house dormitories, dining facilities, unions, and recreational facilities. The article examines some of the historical precedents of these new "fusion" facilities phenomenon, gives relevant examples, and discusses advantages and disadvantages of this new building type. Includes three references.
The Serious Matter of Informal Learning.
Jamieson, Peter Planning for Higher Education; v37 n2 , p18-25 ; Jan 2009
Traces the development of three key types of "learning centers" intended as the university's primary support for informal learning, and raises questions about the limitations of this approach to campus development. These locations are the library, the information commons, and the learning commons. The Saltire Center learning commons at Glasgow Caledonian University is featured, and 20 references are included.
Universal Design: It's for Everyone.
Kollie, Ellen College Planning and Management; v12 n1 , p15-17 ; Jan 2009
Discusses universal design at higher education institutions, highlighting the accomplishments of Pennsylvania's Edinboro University. Extensive ramping, special testing facilities for ADHD students, online courses, and handicap-accommodating dormitories are featured.
Students in My Backyard: Housing at the Campus Edge and Other Emerging Trends in Residential Development.
Martin, John; Allen, Mark Planning for Higher Education; v37 n2 , p26-33 ; Jan 2009
Examines the high stakes for universities and colleges in campus housing provision. From competing for prospective students and environmental bragging rights to contesting for space on the typical campus, institutions face a fundamentally different landscape than they did when housing previous generations of students. A national sampling of student residential projects and housing data is examined to provide some indication of emerging trends. Examples of recent campus housing developments illustrate the text. Universities and colleges are increasingly looking to the campus edge, will challenge themselves to build sustainably, and will partner or compete with private developers in a variety of contexts. These emerging trends are set against the already-established trend that finds students experiencing and expecting more luxurious accommodations than were once typical. Includes 11 references.
Learning Space Design and Student Work: Research Implications for Design Processes and Elements.
Nixon, Andrea Educause Quarterly; v32 n1 ; 2009
Recounts one college's attempts to develop an understanding of the ways students engage with the campus while working on course assignments. There are three critical factors campus leaders need to understand for effective learning space design: 1) It is critical to understand student uses of study spaces. Space design and resource allocation processes frequently align with organizational boundaries within the institution. Having data about the ways students use spaces can help focus planning discussions on student needs instead. 2) Initial research suggests significant variation by class year in the ways that students report seeking curricular support. This finding has important implications for the inventory and array of study spaces on campus. 3) Study spaces available to students must align with the work demanded of them.
Aiming High.
O'Connell, Kim
Profiles this 400-student dormitory at the Catholic University of America, whose potentially monolithic massing is broken up by vertical portions that emulate the campus' predominantly Gothic style. Details are included on its sustainability features and the interior layout. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants are included.
A Common Good.
Richards, William Inform; v20 n5 , p17-21 ; 2009
Profiles a new University of Virginia central plant that places air handling units on top of thoughtfully designed administrative and mechanical spaces, all hidden from public view by its siting behind a stadium. Building statistics, photographs, and a list of project participants are included.
UTEP's Bhutanese Campus Goes Modern.
Soltero, Ed Texas Architect; v59 n1 , p38,39 ; Jan-Feb 2009
Reviews the history behind the University of El Paso's adoption of and adherence to Bhutanese architecture for its campus. Efforts to thoroughly understand Bhutanese architectural principles and vocabulary, rather than to merely mimic their designs are discussed, as are strategies for creating modern academic buildings within an indigenous oriental design.
Stanford Lab Embodies Goals for Interdisciplinary Research.
Sprague, Brandon Laboratory Design; v14 n1 , p10-12 ; Jan 2009
Profiles Stanford University's Yang and Yamazaki Environment and Engineering (Y2E2) Building. The interdisciplinary facility is daylit by atriums that illuminates even the subterranean floor. Interdisciplinary contact is achieved by assigning space according to research topics, rather than academic discipline, and extensive interior glazing exposes laboratory and classroom activities to all occupants.
Uses of Labs and Learning Spaces.
van den Blink, Clare Educause Quarterly; v32 n1 ; 2009
Reviews the process for modification to computer laboratory spaces at Cornell University. A key aspect of the research was to conduct several focus groups across a diverse cross-section of lab users and other campus stakeholders. Observations of lab use and staff feedback provided a long-term view of how the lab spaces are actually used and helped them identify needs for future designs. Because their research findings indicated multiple and varied uses of a single space, they also reviewed research findings from another project that implemented a "smart classroom" in a small space previously used as a computer lab. The changes to the space were minor, with the focus on what technologies could best be used to enhance teaching and learning. Results showed positive teaching outcomes when implementing smart-classroom technologies. Includes four references.
Fantastic Technologies.
Wiens, Janet College Planning and Management; v12 n1 , p25,28 ; Jan 2009
Discusses integration of three-dimensional technology into instructional facilities, describing the installation at Notre Dame.
Rx for Platinum.
Wilde, Dennis High Performing Buildings; , p6-10,12-16 ; Winter 2009
Profiles the Oregon Health and Science University Center for Health and Healing. The high performance facility outperforms the Oregon energy code by 60 percent, and features 100 percent capture and reuse of rainwater, onsite sewage treatment and reuse of wastewater, a green roof, photovoltaics, and high-efficiency microturbines in the heating/power plant. The building achieved LEED Platinum certification and set the state record for the greatest number of energy conservation measures incorporated into a single building.
Twenty Years Later: How One Flagship Has Changed.
Blumenstyk, Goldie The Chronicle of Higher Education; v55 n6 , pA1,A10-A12 ; Dec 12, 2008
Profiles growth at the University of Kansas, where the facility square footage has doubled in 20 years, and the costs for more sophisticated science, athletic, and performing arts facilities has been largely passed along in higher tuition, rather than increased state funding.
Predock's Architecture School.
Smith, Susan Architecture Week; , pD1.1 ; Dec 10, 2008
Profiles architect Antoine Predock's new facility for the School of Architecture and Planning at the University of New Mexico, emphasizing its abundant transparency, use as a learning tool, and sustainbility features.
Arizona State's New Journalism Building.
Hawthorne, Christopher Los Angeles Times; Dec 07, 2008
Discussion of architect Steven Ehrlich's design of the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication for Arizona State University, which anchors the school's new campus in downtown Phoenix. The $56-million, 235,000-square-foot Cronkite School is an ungainly, six-story stack of classrooms, broadcast studios and offices.
All-Steel Exterior Surrounds Animal Teaching and Research Center.
College Planning and Management; v11 n12 , p40,41 ; Dec 2008
Profiles Utah State University's new Animal Teaching and Research Center, highlighting its attention to the interface of human and animal traffic, a pre-fabricated building envelope that helped it conform to a tight budget, and natural light.
Facility Focus: Classrooms and Lecture Halls.
College Planning and Management; v11 n12 , p42-44 ; Dec 2008
Profiles three new lecture classrooms at the University of Minnesota in Duluth, Kennesaw State University, and California State University, Fullerton. Details of the buildings they occupy, their attention to LEED standards, and accompanying technology are described.
Sense of Place: Copley Quad at Park University.
Ezarik, Melissa University Business; v11 n12 , p18 ; Dec 2008
Profiles this new residence hall featuring two-bedroom, two-bath suites for four, with 840 square feet and an efficiency kitchen.
Designed to Flow.
Sturgeon, Julie University Business; v11 n12 , p58,59 ; Dec 2008
Discusses unified design for higher education campuses, where similar proportions, scale, colors, textures, and shapes are used to enhance campus unity. Case studies from California State University, Channel Islands, and High Point University are included.
For Today and Tomorrow.
Wiens, Janet College Planning and Management; v11 n12 , p23-25 ; Dec 2008
Profiles Santa Clara University's new facility that combines library, media, and collaborative learning spaces. Twelve years of planning and design created a multi-use facility that features an automated book retrieval system, sophisticated and networked audiovisual systems, and sustainable design.
Ewha Womans University Campus Center.
Ivy, Robert Architectural Record; v196 n11 , p148-155 ; Nov 2008
Profiles this Korean higher education facility that conserves energy and the landscape by being built into a hillside. Project information, plans, and photographs are included.
Bennington College Student Center.
Architectural Record; Nov 2008
Profiles this student center that provides theatrical sound and lighting, a DJ control booth, a dance floor, and adjustable acoustics to accommodate a variety of recreational and performing arts events. Plans, photographs, building statistics, and a list of project participants are included.
Clemson University - ICAR Collaboration 3.
Design Cost Data; v52 n6 , p52,53 ; Nov-Dec 2008
Profiles this new campus for automotive engineering research, a public-private partnership including laboratory space equipped with a 5-ton crane and class-A office space on the second level. Over a third of the building materials is from recycled sources. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, a floor plan, and photographs are included.
Facility Focus: Student Centers.
College Planning and Management; v11 n11 , p60-62 ; Nov 2008
Profiles new student centers at Wright State University, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, and Shenandoah University. Their welcoming interiors and student amenities are described.
Main Winners.
American School and University; v81 n3 , p14-20 ; Nov 2008
Profiles the three main winners in this competition, selected for their contribution to the educational program, adaptability, design, technology accommodation, sustainability, and maintainability. Project information and photographs are included. (The URL for this citation links to the searchable database of American School and University Magazine s school design awards.)
Plaza Building, Brock University.
Architectural Record; Nov 2008
Profiles this Brock University academic, research, and campus store facility. Use of local stone helps connect the building to its site and contributed to its LEED Silver certification. Plans, photographs, building statistics, and a list of project participants are included.
Renovation/Modernization
American School and University; v81 n3 , p268-29 ; Nov 2008
Profiles 26 outstanding educational facility renovations, selected for their contribution to the educational program, adaptability, design, technology accommodation, sustainability, and maintainability. Project information and photographs are included. (The URL for this citation links to the searchable database of American School and University Magazine's school design awards.)
Richard J. Klarchek Information Commons, Loyola University.
Architectural Record; Nov 2008
Profiles this library facility that features a radiant slab, a double-glazed atrium, and operable windows to yield energy savings of 50% over typical code-compliant facilities. Plans, photographs, building statistics, and a list of project participants are included.
Syracuse University, S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, Newhouse III.
Architectural Record; Nov 2008
Profiles this academic building which connects two existing buildings, while deferring to the notable architecture of one, which is considered a landmark. Plans, photographs, building statistics, and a list of project participants are included.
The Lavin-Bernick Center for Student Life, Tulane University.
Architectural Record; Nov 2008
Profiles this student center that re-used the concrete frame of an existing building, saving demolition and waste costs. Plans, photographs, building statistics, and a list of project participants are included.
Woodbury University Architecture Studio Building.
Architectural Record; Nov 2008
Profiles this classroom and studio space that features a variety of exposed building materials and systems that also serve as instructional tools. Plans, photographs, building statistics, and a list of project participants are included.
University of New Mexico.
Gerfen, Katie Architect; v97 n15 , p64-69 ; Nov 2008
Profiles architect Antoine Predock's new facility for the School of Architecture and Planning at the University of New Mexico, emphasizing its abundant transparency and use as a learning tool. Plans, details, photographs, and a list of project participants are included.
Yale University.
Giovannini, Joseph Architect; v97 n15 , p60-63 ; Nov 2008
Profiles the restoration of architect Paul Rudolph's 1963 Art and Architecture Building at Yale University, along with an addition by the Gwathmey Siegel firm. The modernist structure was initially widely disliked, had endured unsympathetic alterations, but is now appreciated as a masterpiece. Photographs and a list of project participants are included.
Yale University Sculpture Building and Gallery.
Gonchar, Joann Architectural Record; v196 n11 , p162-167 ; Nov 2008
Profiles this new facility that achieved LEED Platinum certification while aiming only for LEED Silver. The complex triple-glazed curtain wall, displacement ventilation, and daylight dimming controls are explained. Plans, photographs, building statistics, and a list of project participants are included.
Historically Green.
Larson, Heather School Construction News; v11 n7 , p16,17 ; Nov 2008
Profiles the University of Oregon's adaptive reuse of Portland's historic White Stag Block for academic, community, and retail space. Features that helped it earn LEED Gold certification are described, as is the economic improvement experienced by the surrounding neighborhood.
University of Virginia.
Mays, Vernon Architect; v97 n15 , p74-83 ; Nov 2008
Profiles the remodeling of and additions to the university's Campbell Hall, which houses the School of Architecture. Largely designed by the university's own faculty, the contemporary project faced opposition from a conservative board. Photographs and a list of project participants are included.
Arizona State University ISTB 1.
McKnight, Jenna Architectural Record; v196 n11 , p168-171 ; Nov 2008
Profiles this new science facility that accommodates state of the art research in a LEED Gold-certified building. Thoughtful orientation to the sun, 82% daylit space, and use of local and sustainable materials are featured. Plans, photographs, building statistics, and a list of project participants are included.
Kanagawa Institute of Technology Workshop.
Pollock, Naomi Architectural Record; v196 n11 , p124-129 ; Nov 2008
Profiles this Japanese higher education workshop facility that consists of one large space, completely surrounded by glass exterior walls and dominated by skylights. Project information, a plan, and photographs are included.
Woodbury University.
Stevens, Kimberly Architect; v97 n15 , p70-73 ; Nov 2008
Profiles this university's new studio building for the architecture school designed by Rios Clementi Hale Studios. The facility features a variety of exposed building materials and systems that also serve as instructional tools. Photographs and a list of project participants are included.
At Their Fingers: Gallaudet Eyes the Future with Visual Design.
Wasserman, Sue School Construction News; v11 n7 , p24,26,27 ; Nov 2008
Profiles Gallaudet University's Sorenson Language and Communication Center, which was designed with considerable input from its deaf users. A highly transparent interior and abundant daylighting contributes visual communication. The building s design and construction also reduces vibration that would be distracting to the deaf.
The Benefits of Life-Cycle Costing.
Wiens, Janet College Planning and Management; v11 n11 , p27,28,30 ; Nov 2008
Describes how early commitment to "green" design and construction, as well as careful attention to life-cycle costs yielded a the highly-rated LEED-Platinum Applied Research Development Building at Northern Arizona University.
Street Dixon Rick Gets Re-Inspired by the Campus that Inspired America.
Mortice, Zack AIArchitect; v15 , p2 ; Oct 10, 2008
Profiles new dormitories at Vanderbilt University's Peabody Campus that recall the architecture of the University of Virginia, after which the institution was modeled and to whose style it has adhered. The traditional neoclassical buildings host a variety of modern sustainability features in a residential college layout that includes classrooms and faculty apartments.
New Projects.
Laboratory Design; v13 n10 , p13 ; Oct 2008
Profiles four recently built higher education laboratories, providing building statistics, a list of project participants, and a short description of each.
Bridge from the Past: The Lavin-Bernick Center for University Life.
James, Vincent; Yoos, Jennifer; Knuston, Nathan High Performing Buildings; , p28-30,32,34-36,38,40-42 ; Fall 2008
Profiles this Tulane University center which features responds to the mild environment with operable windows, solar-driven ventilation, chilled radiant surfaces, and separate thermal zones. Details of water control for the below sea-level site are also included.
They Say They Want a Revolution.
Ramaswami, Rama Campus Technology; v22 n2 , p38-40,43,44,46,47 ; Oct 2008
Profiles LEED-certified and otherwise sustainable new dormitories at Rice Unversity, Angelo State University, the University of New Hampshire, and Pitzer College. These new facilities respond to a surge in student demand for environmentally responsible living, and details of heating, lighting, and other low-energy use features are included.
Eco-Dorm Builds Community.
Barista, Dave Building Design and Construction; v49 n12 , p42-44,46,48 ; Sep 2008
Profiles this dormitory at Pitzer College that successfully uses natural ventilation to cool rooms even when the outdoor temperatures are around 100. A simple and efficient HVAC compensates for extremely hot and cold days. Significant student input informed the design, which features abundant social spaces.
Living in a Green Laboratory.
Barista, Dave Building Design and Construction; v49 n12 , p37-38,40 ; Sep 2008
Profiles Duke University's Home Depot Smart Home and Stanford's Lotus Living Laboratory. Both are highly-sustainable residential facilities with advanced features, housing a small number of students. These residences include laboratory spaces where the resident students can study and work on improving the building's performance.
Sheila C. Johnson Design Center.
Broome, Beth Architectural Record, Record Interiors; , p126-132 ; Sep 2008
Profiles this facility at New York City's Parsons The New School for Design. The project unites a collection of previously disparate buildings by carving an "urban quad" out of the core, creating connections to the street, and enlivening the palette of materials and colors.
Artistic Achievement.
Elcid, Mario; Varga, Bob Modern Steel Construction; v48 n9 , p25-27 ; Sep 2008
Profiles Western Michgan University's Richmond Center for the Visual Arts, highlighting its budget-conscious use of architectural steel, aesthetic intent, and adherence to American Association of Museums standards.
Moving In.
Oppenheimer, Nat; Shamash,Yegal; Rosenberg, Ben Modern Steel Construction; v48 n9 , p33,34 ; Sep 2008
Profiles the new Dickinson School of Law building at Pennsylvania State University, its striking design, and the use of steel to create its ramps and cantilevered spaces.
Northwest University Answers Call for Nurses.
Cook, Dana; Omura, Mike; Van der Veen, Ron Seattle Daily Journal of Commerce; Aug 28, 2008
Profiles this university's new Health Sciences Center, featuring nursing education laboratories that replicate real-world examination rooms.
Green Goals Guide UW's Architecture Hall Renovation.
Johnson, Chris Seattle Daily Journal of Commerce; Aug 28, 2008
Profiles the renovation of Washington University's 1908 Architecture Hall, emphasizing attention to natural ventilation, energy-saving windows, and other "green" retrofits.
A Science Building that Goes Easy on Energy.
Mason, Craig; Johnson, Lisa Seattle Daily Journal of Commerce; Aug 28, 2008
Profiles the Marve Nelson Science Learning Center at Washington's Green River Community College. The building features stacked labs that minimize the footprint and maximizes sharing of systems.
UW Building to Get B-School Students Mingling.
Shaw, George Seattle Daily Journal of Commerce; Aug 28, 2008
Profiles the University of Washington's Michael G. Foster School of Business, which consolidates the program into one building that promotes collaboration.
Colleges Expand to Meet Health Care Demand.
Stoller, Mark Seattle Daily Journal of Commerce; Aug 28, 2008
Profiles the expansion of health care science facilities at Skagit Valley College, Central Oregon Community College, and Clackamas Community College. Input from surrounding health care institutions helped program the facilities.
Main Winners.
American School and University; v80 n13 , p14,16-19 ; Aug 2008
Profiles the two main winners in American School and University Magazine's Educational Interiors Showcase. The Bronx Early Learning Center and Belmont University's Troutt Theatre were selected for their sustainability, character, long-term appropriateness of materials and colors, innovation, adaptability, collaborative spaces, and safety. Photographs and project statistics accompany a brief description of each project.
Participaction.
Canadian Architect; v53 n8 , p18-25 ; Aug 2008
Describes the participatory design process behind three Canadian higher education projects. Text descriptions of how each facility was "workshopped" with it's future occupants are accompanied by photographs, plans, and project statistics.
Vocational/Industrial-Arts Areas.
American School and University; v80 n13 , p153-155 ; Aug 2008
Profiles technical education facilities in Denton, Texas, and New Rochelle, New York, that were recognized in the American School and University Magazine's Educational Interiors Showcase. The projects were selected for their sustainability, character, long-term appropriateness of materials and colors, innovation, adaptability, collaborative spaces, and safety. Photographs and project statistics accompany a brief description of each project.
Adolfo Ibanez University.
Plaut, Jeannette Architectural Record; v196 n8 , p104-110 ; Aug 2008
Profiles this Chilean campus in the Andean foothills, whose terraced patios acknowledge the hilly landscape and whose airy interiors and natural landscaping complement the environment.
A Clear Translation.
School Construction News; v11 n5 , p20,21 ; Jul-Aug 2008
Profiles the Michael F. Price Center for Genetic and Translation Medicine at Yeshiva University. The center works closely with five hospital centers in the New York area in order to bring medical breakthroughs to patients more quickly. Open laboratories and a design to encourage collaboration between departments facilitates interdisciplinary research.
Facility Focus: Community Colleges.
College Planning and Management; v11 n7 , p45-47 ; Jul 2008
Briefly profiles new community college campuses in Newton, Georgia; Wildwood, Missouri; and Corpus Christi, Texas. These campuses incorporate environmental sensitivity and provide much-needed practical education for previously underserved areas.
Manchester College Science Center.
Design Cost Data; v52 n4 , p18,19 ; Jul-Aug 2008
Profiles this academic facility featuring abundant informal learning spaces, flexible laboratories, daylighting, and interior transparency. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, floor plans, and photographs are included.
New Chemistry Building, Western Michigan University.
Design Cost Data; v52 n4 , p24,25 ; Jul-Aug 2008
Profiles this academic facility featuring abundant informal learning spaces, flexible laboratories, and systems that promote extra safety in the sciences . Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, floor plans, and photographs are included.
Making Business Sense.
Duffy, Kent High Performing Buildings; , p4-8,10,12,13 ; Summer 2008
Profiles the University of Oregon's Lillis Business Complex, featuring natural ventilation, abundant daylighting coordinated with artificial lighting that adjusts automatically, and photvoltaics. A chart illustrates the building's low energy use and year-round savings.
Vinoly at Wageningen.
Crosbie, Michael Architecture Week; , pD1.1 ; Jun 25, 2008
Profiles this Dutch higher education facility, with a distinctive concrete exterior grille that helps support the structure so that the interior is supported by only eight interior columns.
At Yale, an Unlikely Champion for the "Building That Won't Go Away."
Biemiller, Lawrence The Chronicle of Higher Education; v54 n39 , pA19 ; Jun 06, 2008
Reviews the renovation of and addition to Yale's Art and Architecture Building, a modernist structure that has been largely unappreciated since its completion in 1963. Restoration of open areas and unconventional interior finishes are addressed.
2008 Education Design Showcase Annual Awards.
School Planning and Management; v47 n6 , pE1-E92 ; Jun 2008
Recognizes 66 outstanding new and renovated K-12 and higher education facilities. Each entry contains photographs, a text description, and summarized project data. Architect and manufacturer indices complete the supplement.
Education Design Showcase Annual Awards.
College Planning and Management; v11 n6 , pE1-E33 ; Jun 2008
Recognizes 29 outstanding new and renovated higher education facilities. Each entry contains photographs, a text description, and summarized project data. Architect and manufacturer indices complete the supplement.
New Projects.
Laboratory Design; v13 n6 , p16 ; Jun 2008
Profiles four recently built higher education laboratories, providing building statistics, a list of project participants, and a short description of each.
History in the Making.
Fliegler, Caryn University Business; v11 n6 , p58-62 ; Jun 2008
Discusses the renovation and restoration of venerated higher education buildings to boost institutional identity and sense of history. Thoughtful and creative projects from seven institutions are highlighted, with descriptions of how attention to detail, extra effort in locating appropriate materials, and modernization were accomplished.
Build It and They Will Come: Innovative Facilities Help Colleges Meet Academic Goals.
Joch, Alan Community College Journal; v78 n6 , p16-18 ; Jun-Jul 2008
This article describes how community colleges are discovering the connection between an innovative approach to facilities design and academic success. Case study of Lone Star College, CyFair campus in suburban Houston, a 550,000-square-foot campus, paid for with $90 million from a bond referendum and $20 million from state and local sources, Lone Star created an academic oasis complete with modern classrooms, a man-made lake, marshlands, and fields of native grasses.
NYU Department of Philososphy.
Sokol, David Architectural Record; v196 n5 , p171-173 ; Jun 2008
Profiles the modern interior created within a 19th-century commercial building now housing New York University's philosophy department. Room and stairwell partitions filled with random holes help diffuse light throughout the structure.
Rowenhorst Student Center, Northwestern College.
Design Cost Data; v52 n3 , p48,49 ; May-Jun 2008
Profiles this student center that was created within a former factory in the 1970's, but had fallen into disuse because of its grim interior and changing tastes in student recreation. The new facility is illuminated by the addition of clerestory that forms the spine of the building. Building statistics, a list of the project participants, cost details, floor plans, and photographs are included.
First Step to a New Campus.
Christensen, Ana Texas Architect; v58 n3 , p46-51 ; May-Jun 2008
Profiles the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Outpatient Building, the first facility in a planned campus. The patient-centered building features easy wayfinding, access to public transportation, and lively public sidewalks with retail amenities. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants are included.
Placing Contrast in Context.
Durfee, James College Planning and Management; v11 n5 , p64,66,67 ; May 2008
Discusses campus building that complies with the campus master plan, using the creation of the Wegman's School of Pharmacy building at St. John Fisher College as an example. A description of the site, programming, building adjacencies, and design that emulates the Collegiate Gothic style is included.
Richard Morris Hunt, Revisited.
Gerfen, Katie Architect; v97 n7 , p104-109 ; May 2008
Profiles the restoration and addition to a Princeton academic building that took care to match the new construction to the old, even though the new building is actually freestanding. Photographs, floor plans, and a list of project participants are included.
Reimagined Introvert.
Hamilton, Todd Texas Architect; v58 n3 , p56-61 ; May-Jun 2008
Profiles the Maverick Activities Center at the University of Texas at Arlington, a light and airy athletic center that offers amenities competitive with fine private athletic clubs. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants are included.
Interdisciplinary Lab Fits Tough Site, Ambitious Goals.
Higginbotham, Julie Laboratory Design; v13 n5 , p1,2,4-6,8,9 ; May 2008
Profiles Indiana University's Simon Hall, designed as an interdisciplinary facility and built to harmonize with the Collegiate Gothic setting. About 40% of the building's square footage is underground, thus preserving a much-beloved open space and adjacent grove of mature trees. Photographs and plans are included.
Air Age Gothic.
Hill, David Preservation; v60 n3 , p46 52 ; May-Jun 2008
Profiles the mid-century modern architecture of the United States Air Force Academy, varying sentiments toward the designs, attempts to preserve and restore its more iconic structures, and maintenance challenges caused by value engineering of the original structures.
Lofty Thinking Revitalizes a Johns Hopkins University Landmark.
AIArchitect; Apr 04, 2008
Profiles the renovation of the 1915 Gilman Hall, adding a glass atrium that makes usable space of a previously neglected central courtyard.
Facility Focus: LEED-Certified Facilities.
College Planning and Management; v11 n4 , p95-98 ; Apr 2008
Profiles four LEED-certified higher education facilities, including two academic facilities, a fitness center, and an off-campus field station for environmental studies.
Greening Middlebury College.
Brown, Robert; Viccica, Paul College Planning and Management; v11 n4 , p80-85 ; Apr 2008
Reviews highlights of sustainable building and campus management practices at this institution, focusing on the features of a new library addition and a power plant that will run on wood chips.
Georgia Southern University: Actively Going Green.
Enck, H.J.
Details the advances made in sustainability in building and operations at this university, in the areas of new construction, renovation, cleaning, site management, groundskeeping.
Extreme Makeover at Pomona.
Chronicle of Higher Education; v54 n26 , pB16 ; Mar 2008
In the early 1990s, Pomona College began planning to replace a cramped, plain building that had served as its campus center for decades. The Smith Campus Center, which was opened in 1999 and costs $18.3 million during construction, ended up being ignored by students. After tweaking things and achieving little results, the college decided to hire SmithGroup to make major renovations on the center. This article describes the extreme makeover made for the Pomona College campus center.
Facility Focus: Conference Centers.
College Planning and Management; v11 n3 , p62,63 ; Mar 2008
Profiles two new higher education conference centers featuring flexible spaces that allow multiple meetings to be held simultaneously, equipped with sophisticated audio-visual technology.
Acts of Adaptation.
Herrmann, Michele University Business; v12 n3 , p42,44-46 ; Mar 2008
Describes adaptive reuse of buildings at nine higher education institutions, including a description of the motivation to save the property, money saved by not demolishing and building new, and steps taken to reconfigure the buildings.
New News is Good News.
Gendall, John Architect; v97 n2 , p43-45 ; Feb 2008
Profiles Syracuse University's Collaborative Media Room, which serves as a fulcrum joining two pre-existing academic buildings. The room provides a central, flexible point of convergence for different media, including web, video, television, and print production, and remains open for flexible use and spontaneous gathering.
2008 Renovation and Construction Showcase.
The Bulletin; v76 n1 , p12-23 ; Jan 2008
Profiles ten new and renovated higher education student unions. Project statistics and photographs accompany text descriptions.
Colleges and Universities.
Learning By Design; n17 , p168-187 ; 2008
Profiles 18 higher education facilities cited in this competition, including academic, athletic, library, student center, and residential buildings. For each project, a description, list of project participants, costs, and photographs are included.
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Grand Prize Award-Colleges and Universities.
Learning By Design; n17 , p6,7 ; 2008
Profiles Ohio University's Baker University Student Center, notable for its clear visual connection between levels, abundant daylighting, and diversity of formal and informal spaces.
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Weiss/Manfredi: Barnard College Nexus.
Coker, Coleman Architect; v97 n1 , p76-79 ; Jan 2008
Reviews this mixed-use higher education facility that combines offices, a cafeteria, event and meeting rooms, and computer facilities. The variegated exterior emulates the brick and terra-cotta finishes that dominate the other campus buildings.
Bicultural Expression.
Condit, Jaime Texas Architect; v58 n1 , p56-61 ; Jan-Feb 2008
Profiles two new facilities at the University of Texas Pan-American which carefully perpetuate the campus architecture that draws on the designs and philosophies of Louis I. Kahn. Photographs, plans, and a list of project participants are included.
A&M's Vanguard.
Connolly, Lawrence Texas Architect; v58 n1 , p30,31 ; Jan-Feb 2008
Profiles Texas A&M's new Interdisciplinary Life Sciences Building, a state-of-the-art research facility designed to attract federal and private research funding. The modern building borrows detailing from its more traditional landmark neighbors.
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