Architecture of Schools

by Mark Dudek

"Architecture of Schools: the New Learning Environments is a design guide; illustrated and technically detailed, it provides information on school architecture. Mark Dudek views school building design as a particularly specialized field encompassing every-changing educational theories, the subtle spatial and psychological requirements of growing children, and practical issues that are unique to these types of building. He explores the functional requirements of individual spaces such as classrooms, music rooms, craft areas and the gymnasium. The dynamics of their incorporation within a single institution area are a defining characteristic of the effective educational environment. In addition, Mark Dudek discusses more esoteric factors such as the effects of colour, light, surface texture and imagery on behaviour, alongside the more practical aspects of designing for comfort and health.". "The historical context of school design is balanced by a highly engaged account of the contemporary architectural debate, the impact of the educational curriculum on design, and changing approaches to funding and procurement. Key case studies address those issues important in the creation of modern school setting. They are state-of-the-art examples from all parts of the world and include Woodlea Primary, Hampshire; Haute Vallee School, Jersey; Heinz-Galinski School, Berlin; Anne Frank School, Papendract, Netherlands; Seabird Island School, British Columbia and The Little Village Academy, Chicago."--BOOK JACKET.