Remedial classes

Article Abstract:

The Department of the Environment has listed a number of Hertfordshire County Council schools built in 1945. The schools were designed for rapid construction at low cost to cater for the baby boom. Prefabricated parts were used. Attention was given to light and space. Rooms are large with the minimum of partitions and doors and window-walling, single-glazing and clerestory lights are used. Changes of use and building and fire regulations are causing problems. The large rooms and expanses of single glazing is against energy conservation and fire regulations.

Schools, Remodeling and renovation, Hertfordshire, England

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Lights fantastic

Article Abstract:

Leeds, England has implemented a controversial urban improvement scheme. Five central streets have been pedestrianised and furnished with contemporary style structures. The structures, designed by architect, Faulkner Brown, form gateways to the pedestrianised streets, lighting, seats, litter bins and planters. There is debate over the scheme's relation to the Victorian buildings. Leeds city council intends the Landmark Leeds scheme to attract people to the city throughout the day and night and hopes it will improve Leeds' image as a European city.

Design and construction, Urban renewal, Leeds, England, Pedestrian areas

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Poly uni-fication

Article Abstract:

The University of Greenwich has buildings in 13 locations in South-east London, England. In its 13 year history as Thames Polytechnic, the university expanded and aquired a large variety of buldings of varying type and age. It has a continuous plan for converting and rennovating its facilities under the overall guidance of architect, Trevor Dannatt and Partners. Common design themes are used in all buildings to obtain a sense of cohesion. The university's bulilding budget is approximatley two million pounds sterling annually.

Universities and colleges, Greenwich, University of

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