July 2008
Editor's Focus
Green Initiative
Jul 1, 2008 12:00 PM, By Joe Agron
The on-again, off-again courtship with federal education-infrastructure funding is on again. ...
Cover Story
Ready to Renovate
Jul 1, 2008 12:00 PM, By Mike Kennedy
Schools and universities should have a thorough plan that sets priorities for the most pressing facility renovations....
Facilities Upgrade & Retrofit Guide
The Big Top
Jul 1, 2008 12:00 PM, By Jared Markham
With proper care, maintenance and planning, green roof systems can provide a variety of benefits to education institutions....
Field Notes
Jul 1, 2008 12:00 PM, By Edward G. Parrone and Michael P. Montalto
Tips for administrators looking to upgrade or construct athletic facilities....
Breathing In
Jul 1, 2008 12:00 PM, By Daniel P. Mahoney
Recognizing and controlling mold are key to good indoor air quality in education institutions....
Signs of the Times
Jul 1, 2008 12:00 PM, By Ernest Dwight
Tips for creating signage that displays layers of assistance that visitors are unaware they are using....
Floor Scores
Jul 1, 2008 12:00 PM, By Brad Drexler
Choosing environmentally friendly rubber flooring can contribute to LEED points....
Strategies for Success
Strategies for Success: Green Cleaning
Jul 1, 2008 12:00 PM, By Stephen Ashkin
Today, green is all around us. Over the years, it has become clear that green cleaning is one of the lowest-hanging fruits....
Strategies for Success: Washrooms
Jul 1, 2008 12:00 PM, By Mike Kennedy
Schools and universities should upgrade their washrooms....
Strategies for Success: Energy
Jul 1, 2008 12:00 PM, By Jeff Hartnett
The ability to independently control humidity and temperature levels in education institutions is becoming increasingly important. ...
Strategies for Success: Windows
Jul 1, 2008 12:00 PM, By Mike Kennedy
Schools and universities that have not upgraded their windows in many years will find that there are new systems available....
Construction Zone: Upgrades/Retrofits
Construction Zone: Hands-on learning
Jul 1, 2008 12:00 PM
Lewis & Clark Career Center, St. Charles, Mo....
Construction Zone: Gothic architecture restored
Jul 1, 2008 12:00 PM
Trinity College Long Walk, Hartford, Conn....
Construction Zone: Expansion blends with campus
Jul 1, 2008 12:00 PM
University of Colorado, Boulder...
Construction Zone: Gymnasium addition
Jul 1, 2008 12:00 PM
Episcopal High School, Alexandria, Va....











