Study: LED Bulbs Pose Health Hazard

By: Sameea Kamal
(02/25/2011)
A UC Irvine study found that LED light bulbs, considered preferable alternatives, contain lead, arsenic and a dozen other potentially hazardous substances

Central Force: Educational Facilities and Mixed-Use Developments

By Merilee Meacock
(02/02/2010)
School planners look at urban mixed-use developments to improve living and learning experiences.

CEFPI, AIA Chapter Recognize Oregon Projects


(11/24/2009)
A campus designed to improve a low-income area in Portland, Ore., was the recipient of one of the top honors awarded by the Council of Educational Facility Planners International.

Q&A: Erin Rae Hoffer, Autodesk Manager

By Amy Perry
(11/12/2009)
BIM is at once a catalyst for tremendous change within the design/construction community.

Protect Your Investment

By William S. DeJong
(11/11/2009)
Conditions in world financial markets have improved and activity in the U.S. housing sector has increased, but the economy is still not good for school districts. Many are making substantial budget cuts, often including maintenance and operations.

Get The Picture

By David Demarest and Warren Andres
(11/10/2009)
Student housing requires close and effective collaboration between the owner’s team and the design team at all of the key stages.

Trendspotting July/August 2009 - A Team Effort

By William S. DeJong
(08/11/2009)
Traditionally, athletic facilities are the responsibility of the school district, while recreational facilities are the responsibility of the municipality. The spaces — gyms, pools and fitness areas — are similar; however, most of the time, districts and municipalities build them separately.

Trendspotting: Declining Enrollment

By William S. DeJong
(06/01/2009)
Enrollment in most school districts across the country is declining. This change in enrollment, coupled with changes in program delivery, is causing district administrators to rethink, resize and retool their school facilities.

2009 Modular Building Awards


(05/28/2009)
Every year the Modular Building Institute sponsors an awards program that recognizes the best projects in commercial modular building design and construction.

The Modern Classroom: Enhancing Lives Inside the Classroom and Beyond

By Anton Germishuizen
(02/14/2009)
In today’s digital age, there is an increasing emphasis on modern educational facilities that offer students an interactive learning environment that are equipped to support technology-based curricula.