Re: advice on classroom modifications

[Tim O'Donnell <odonnt@CELINA.K12.OH.US>]

Our recent remodel/new construction is like what you
want. Cords and cables all near each other. Other than
the mouse cord -  cords/cables are barely visible.
We had the work done through Fanning Howey Architects.
Maybe they can help. Here is there web address.

http://www.fhai.com/

> One issue related to classroom modifications is technology
> friendly furniture and cabinetry.  Does anyone know of any
> manufacturers who design lab furniture with technology
> integration in mind.  It seems that the "newer" labs (within
> 5 years) are still retrofitting CPU's, monitors, and other
> equipment.  Is anyone designing cabinetry to include
> technology seamlessly?  I've seen some hideous setups in
> labs with cords all over the place, power at one end of the
> table and data ports at the other, and CPUs sitting on the
> floor near eyewash/shower drains!
>
> Jon Scott
> jmscott@ilstu.edu