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“The resulting #redevelopment dramatically enhances the #student experience, #community and teaching facilities for all courses and improves the overall appearance and performance of the #university" says Matthew Goulcher. Read the full story on the Architects’ Journal here: https://lnkd.in/eDCdpWnp #architecture #retrofit #sustainabledesign

Despite what you are hearing in the news, England has a remarkable estate of post-war schools buildings. However, they are in poor condition, some have RAAC, and all of them leak energy like a sieve. What are we to do with them? I will be addressing this question at the Education Estates conference, Wednesday 18th October in Manchester. In this talk, I will illustrate with drawings what lies beneath the skin of the most prevalent school building system from the 1950s. With the results of a study into what life is like for student and teachers in a typical example, architectural commentary, and carbon calculations, I will put forward a case for how we can remake these buildings, fit to be schools for the future. https://lnkd.in/eGHTTRyX

Although this article is specific to diverse body sizes in academic and campus spaces, it addresses some core issues around ableism in space design that applies universally. 10 Vital Ways to Support Fat Students on Campus: https://lnkd.in/ernFmtxN

A great session for designers to understand how to merge their passion with profit. See y'all there! 👏 #TheOnlyWayIsUp

Magnet schools can deliver exceptional education – the design of each school should respond to provide the optimal learning environment. Building Design+Construction Media outlines four design strategies to consider. https://bit.ly/40fsCJb

Student Housing market is like a sleeping giant, about to wake up and show everyone how big he is. Fair warning over. Consider this please, the student loan system is going to be tightening or clamping down and budget overall for universities and colleges are already stressed even before the upcoming economic cycle dips. So, in reaction many colleges and universities are looking for more ways to create revenue ASAP. So besides raising tutition they are planning to develop more students housing to capture the revenue they are currently letting escape to thenlocal mom and pop landlords around their campuses. Student Housing like all stackable & repeatable floor plan type buildings is almost perfect fit for the Modular building process. If you aren’t curious by now about Thy Modular process and associated service offerings that companies like BECC Modular Systems capable to provide; than perhaps you aren’t creative enough too. And so as they say in The Ol South, “God Bless Your Heart”. 😜 #whitingturner #aoarchitects #steelconstruction #modularconstruction #studenthousing #midrisemodular #prefab #mmc #modularbuildinginstitute #modular #jointhemovement #offsite #D1D #AMOSS #Gary #Tommyrakes #MatthewCooper #investor #realtor #architect #mattewBelcher #JimGriffin #DougTollin #NolanBrowne #diegorivera #alioziden #jennifercaldwell #shannonhall #lisasharpe #franciscozepeda #RobHoward #JeffreyCook #GeneMeredith #AndrewSeelye #FernandoCalderon #JefreOutlaw #RyanColker #EricScott #RoryRubin #sarahnoel #DaveCooper #jimdunn #stephenshang #jimgabriel #vaughanbuckley #nickgomez #jasonsteele #jaredlevy #rickmurdock #jasoncarter #themodsquad #a2omodulargroup #jimhalliday

This presentation will highlight the strategy, approach, design process, lessons learned, and successes of these innovative projects which brought high-quality, equitable interior environments to students in historically under-resourced communities.

In this course, see how designing modern wood schools can accommodate a growing number of students with structures that are cost-effective, as well as safe, resilient, and appealing. https://hubs.la/Q026Znlr0

🌟 Transforming university's traditional spaces is a necessity Worldwide! 🌍 I am thrilled to witness the inspirational transformation of physical spaces within "traditional" higher education institutions across the globe, as they strive to align with their evolving purposes. The recent announcement of the new space at the renovated University College Dublin James Joyce Library serves as yet another exemplary illustration of this remarkable trend. In today's rapidly changing educational landscape, the expectations of students have evolved significantly. When they step into libraries, they often seek environments that align with contemporary learning needs. The UCD James Joyce Library's latest development underscores a deliberate and purposeful design approach aimed at prioritizing the learning process. 📚 What does this mean for students and the academic community? 📚 🚀 Enhanced Learning Experiences: The newly designed space is poised to cater to the dynamic and collaborative learning experiences that students now seek. It reflects a commitment to fostering innovation, creativity, and engagement. 🏫 Campus Excitement: Spaces like the UCD James Joyce Library create an environment where students and faculty can feel genuinely excited to be on campus. It promotes a sense of belonging and intellectual curiosity. Transformation in libraries or other campus spaces needs to be supported financially. We need a stronger global movement to redefine the role of traditional classrooms, corridors, and exterior spaces. It showcases the commitment of educational institutions worldwide to adapt and evolve. Congratulations to University College Dublin! At Universidade do Minho we have digitally updated 62 classrooms this summer, are working on new active learning spaces, and on the creation of Student Hub" facilities. We look forward to showcasing them in spring 2024. Eloy Rodrigues Ricardo Jorge Lobão Ivo Oliveira Filipe Rocha Pedro Perdigão #HigherEducation #LearningSpaces #Innovation #Inspiration

In this course, see how designing modern wood schools can accomodate a growing number of students with structures that are cost-effective, as well as safe, resilient, and appealing. https://hubs.la/Q02rZ8pf0