Amen to Linda's posting! This is also true for library architecture! Two prime examples come to mind; the triangular building for the downtown main branch of the Tucson, Arizona, Public Library, and our own underground addition here at ASU. The triangular monstrosity (it has black stripes!) was built with only enough additional space to accomodate the administration's offices, not more space for books (how can you fit books into angular corners?). Our underground addition was obviously built by architects from the East Coast who have little or no appreciation for our monsoon season here. The drains are in the back of the courtyard and are UPHILL! When the monsoon rains hit, the courtyard promptly floods, and one has to wade over to the stairs. As a result, I feel that one has to ride herd on architects at all times! Anita Cohen-Williams; Reference Services; Hayden Library Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 85287-1006 PHONE: (602) 965-4579 FAX: (602) 965-9169 BITNET: IACAGC@ASUACAD INTERNET: [log in to unmask]