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Graves, Ben E. – Nation's Schools, 1974
Illustrates how systems planning can be used in the recycling of old school space and in erecting multistory additions. (Author/DN)
Descriptors: Building Conversion, Cost Effectiveness, School Construction, Space Utilization
Graves, Ben E. – Nation's Schools, 1973
Preliminary evaluations of learning that takes place in such found spaces as a converted garment factory, a fallout shelter, a milking machine factory, and a hotel provide evidence that, while children may not learn better, their reactions to these places is positive. The results are low rates of vandalism, high attendance, parent involvement, and…
Descriptors: Building Conversion, Educational Facilities Improvement, Found Spaces, Innovation
Graves, Ben E. – Nation's Schools, 1974
Describes two award-winning school remodeling projects. (DN)
Descriptors: Building Conversion, Case Studies, Educational Facilities, Elementary Schools
Nation's Schools, 1973
Descriptors: Building Conversion, Elementary Schools, Enrollment, Enrollment Trends
Graves, Ben E. – Nation's Schools, 1973
Describes an indoor exercise and recreational facility designed for first, second, and third graders in a remodeled ballroom-catering hall annex to an overcrowded elementary school in the Bronx. The minigym has been designed around the philosophy that a physical environment should entice children to be physically active. (Author/DN)
Descriptors: Building Conversion, Cost Effectiveness, Elementary Schools, Exercise (Physiology)
Nation's Schools, 1974
Six case histories that tell about the benefits of heat recovery systems, incentive programs, life-cycle costing, zone lighting, computer profiles, and energy-oriented remodeling. (Author)
Descriptors: Building Conversion, Building Design, Building Operation, Case Studies
Graves, Ben E. – Nation's Schools, 1973
Students create learning materials and renovate classrooms. (MF)
Descriptors: Building Conversion, Elementary Education, Found Spaces, Grade 1
Nation's Schools, 1974
Presents 17 design ideas to harness man-made materials, the sun, wind, and even the earth to conserve energy in new or remodeled buildings. (Author)
Descriptors: Building Conversion, Building Design, Cost Effectiveness, Educational Facilities Design
