Features


A Future-Proof Residence Hall

A new state-of-the-art residence hall at Eastern Washington University is wired to distribute TV on Cat 6, WiFi, telephone and more.

Integrating Audio Visual Technology

The A to Z of AV

Know exactly what you want and need before you make your purchases.

School Flooring

So Many Factors, So Many Options

A few things to consider when selecting new flooring.

Sustainable Concrete

Solid and Sustainable

Concrete can be a key element in a strong, sustainable and attractive building envelope.

Energy conservation

Overlooked "Low Hanging Fruit" Behind Closed Doors

Wasting Energy and Resources, Low Voltage Distribution Transformers (LVDT).

Classroom security

Buyer Beware

Classroom security after-market devices may not be as safe as they are advertised.

Campus signage

Reading the Signs

Campus signage offers branding and wayfinding potential. Your signage program, however, must keep in step with the times to be effective for all users.

Energy & HVAC

Too Hot, Too Cold, Too Expensive: Energy & HVAC

Designing a new K-4 school that is comfortable for young occupants and easy to operate and maintain.

School Art Murals Signage

Building Art

Using signage and graphics to unify the look and identity of an institution and its campus.

vocational learning labs

The New Vo-Tech

Transforming 20th-century vocational workshops into 21st-century learning labs.

Classroom Technology

The Classroom Reimagined

The flipped classroom model is serving today’s digital native students' needs by providing space to actively collaborate alongside integrated technology.

Proactive Emergency Management

Ten Steps to Proactive Emergency Management

An action plan to improve the safety and resilience of your college or university, even if you are dealing with limited resources.

capturing rainwater

Catching the Rain

An innovative installation on the Carrier Dome is diverting rainwater into a usable commodity.

California Building Codes

California Coding

A slew of new California building codes came on line this summer. What does this mean for the Golden State and the rest of the country?

Building Envelope

The Building Envelope: A Guide To Determining Problems

When you know what's wrong with a building envelope, you can make repairs and once again have a facility that is watertight, safe and energy efficient.

Maximizing Open Space

Maximizing Open Space Within a City Campus

Master planning is imperative for any institution that expects its needs will grow and evolve in the future in order to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of every space, program and investment.

Security Technology

The Right Security Technology for the Job

Technology can help protect people and property on a university campus. Too often, though, schools have the wrong technology.

Functional Pool Design

What's Cool in Pools

New design trends are making pools more functional and cost-effective.

energy savings

Is It Hot In Here?

Or is it just you? Internal air quality and comfort are more than just temperature. Whether your school is pushing the envelope or making small changes, there are many ways to keep building occupants happy and energy bills in control.

Communication Tools

Communication Tools: Meeting Expectations

With effective and timely communication vital to all campus constituents, the right tools must be planned, in place and operating smoothly.

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