A discussion of the need for schools and architects to examine present and future needs of an institution before designing educational facilities. (AK)

A 20-minute film showing the reaction of the children to this specially designed playground is available on loan from any British Embassy, Consulate, or British Information Services, 845 Third Avenue, N.Y. 10022. (Editor/RY)

Outlines Sweden's building standards for the handicapped. (Author)

Characterizing "older library buildings" as those built prior to 1960, this article discusses special problems and challenges for the librarian and architect renovator, including building codes and new requirements of differing services. (EJS)

Proposes objectives and information requirements for the design of a Department of Defense planning information system for Training and Personnel Technology RDT&E (Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation). (Author)

Cites a directory of consultants concerned with the design needs of handicapped people and lists the names and addresses given for Arizona. (CWM)

Offers advice in making sense of what building codes say about low-sloped commercial roofing systems. (EV)

Photo essay illustrates library interiors of 20 newly built or renovated libraries ranging from renovated Carnegies to multimillion dollar university pantheons. Facilities represent academic libraries, public libraries (including children's and young adult's sections), a history library, a medical library, and a corporate library. Names and…

Explains GIF and JPEG formats for computer graphics to help Web page creators make an informed decision when selecting a format for each graphic in a Web publication. Highlights include compressing and decompressing computer images; image quality, including color; special features, including animation; and file size. (Author/LRW)

Discusses how proper irrigation and drainage design can enhance athletic-field maintenance operations. Explores the factors influencing irrigation and drainage-design decisions and offers design tips for various athletic fields that respond to efficient water management and cost control. (GR)

Explains how proper athletic facility locker-room design can save time and money. Design factors that address who will be using the facility are discussed as are user requirements, such as preparation areas, total storage area per user, grooming area, and security areas. Final comments address maintenance and operations issues. (GR)

Discusses the trends in preparing college residence halls for new students that address their needs as consumers and offer freedom to control their surroundings. Making living quarters computer friendly, flexible, and compliant with the Americans with Disabilities act are explored. (GR)