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Designing for Human Potential: How the WELL Building Standard Can Transform College Campuses  

For generations, school architecture was defined by a single layout: rows of forward-facing desks contained within four rigid…

September 16
scaffold construction site building renovation structure

Concordia Lutheran Shows How Public Tours Can Build Trust During School Construction

Key Takeaways: Concordia Lutheran High School in Fort Wayne is hosting free weekly public construction tours of its…

September 15
Sustainability
State University of New York at New Paltz (SUNY New Paltz), public university. Atrium of Student Union Building

How SUNY Is Using Thermal Networks to Reduce Campus Emissions

Key Takeaways: SUNY has achieved a 40% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions over three decades through electrification, geothermal…

September 15
Classroom safety Educational facilities
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Why More States Are Requiring School Panic Alarms

Key Takeaways: Alyssa’s Law mandates silent panic alert technology in 13 states, with a dozen more considering K-12…

September 15
Educational facilities learning environments
group of students exploring historic university campus

What Parents Are Really Looking For on Campus Tours

Key Takeaways: Parents evaluate school quality through campus condition, cleanliness, and spatial organization before considering academic metrics. Key…

August 28
Classroom Design Educational facilities Technology Integration
Exposed LED driver under fluorescent light

How LED Retrofits Are Reshaping School Infrastructure

Key Takeaways: LED retrofits at scale cut school energy use by 60% or more and free up millions…

August 28
Classroom Design Design Design Principles
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A Smarter Approach to Modular Furniture In Schools

Key Takeaways: Modular school furniture uses interchangeable components to support reconfigurable classroom, library and makerspace layouts without new…

August 28
Classroom safety Educational facilities
Teacher at school after disinfecting desks.

School Cleaning in 2026: From Upkeep to Accountability

Key Takeaways: School cleaning is a federal and state compliance function starting in 2026, covering air quality, chemical…

August 21
Classroom Design technology Technology Integration
Teacher Giving Lesson to Group of Students in College Room. Class Learning About Computer Science and Software Development.

Smart Classroom Design Starts With the Physical Space

Key Takeaways: Smart classroom design treats space, furniture, power,and technology as one integrated system. Classroom layout must address…

August 21
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Solar on Schools: Turning Sunlight into Educational Opportunity

All Resources & Blog Posts - National Center on School Infrastructure
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Rice University Breaks Ground on Adaptable Houston Research Hub

Planning & Design | American School & University
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Addressing Inequities in School Facilities

All Resources & Blog Posts - National Center on School Infrastructure
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AIA Report Connects School Design to Safety and Student Success

School Construction | Building Design + Construction
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WKU Begins $350 Million Housing Overhaul with New Residence Hall

Planning & Design | American School & University