Discusses the following alternatives to new construction to solve library building problems: (1) rearrangements; (2) additions; (3) conversions; and (4) prefab and portable structures. Various factors to be taken into account when considering each of these alternatives are listed. (MES)

In a modest, tongue-in-cheek proposal, the author suggests solving the busing crisis by converting abandoned gas stations into one-room neighborhood schoolhouses, complete with restroom facilities and outside drinking fountains. (Author/RW)

By the time today's surplus schools are needed for students, the buildings will be 40 or 50 years old. The surplus school should be disposed of now and new facilities built when the need arises. (MLF)

The question of renovation (renewal) versus replacement of campus landmarks is discussed. Historical and architectural values must be considered along with technical problems and academic programs. It is suggested that an upper limit, perhaps 65 percent of a replacement cost, should be fixed for renovation. (Author/MLW)

For over a quarter of a century architect Giancarlo de Carlo has been designing and carrying out a master plan to revitalize the historic city of Urbino (Italy) and the University of Urbino. A convent built in the 16th century was converted to a new law school. (MLF)

The number of students in schools is growing, and school boards are faced with the choice to renovate or build new schools. Terms used when talking about remodeling and building schools are defined. Formulas to use when challenged by the renovate-or-rebuild dilemma and questions that need consideration during the decision-making process are…

The traditional division of the school into discrete classrooms does not fill today's diverse student and faculty needs. The alternative might be a school divided into 40 individual carrels, 15 project rooms, 5 offices, 2 seminar rooms, and 1 multipurpose room. (Author/JM)

At the same time that schools are closing in many communities because of declining enrollments, the arts are expanding at the community level. The problem of surplus school space can be the solution to the needs of many artists and arts groups. Mutual to the arts groups and the communities are the benefits of flexible arrangements and the presence…

This article provides suggestions for librarians who are planning for the construction of new library buildings or the renovation or conversion of older buildings. The recommendations are based on practical experience gained by a Director of University Libraries in the planning and construction of Tompkins-McCaw and James Branch Cabell Libraries…

Five educational planners make brief predictions about how the current baby boom will affect schools' organization and facilities. Common themes include the need to upgrade existing facilities, to make long-range plans, and to design new schools that are flexible and could be converted to other uses. (MLF)

Descriptions of facility planning and design for a college library, a public library, and a community college library highlight those design features that have worked well and those that have not. Ways to facilitate the design process are suggested, and six additional library renovation projects are briefly described. (CLB)

A synthesis of ideas and proposals that have emerged in the course of recent Programme on Educational Building activities places emphasis on issues relating to the economic management of existing building resources. In recent years the development and administration of educational building policies have been affected by changes in the organization…