Conference participants consider the role of the architect and the programer in planning and constructing facilities for the mentally handicapped. David Rosen discusses the design problems of state institutions with particular reference to the Woodbridge State School in New Jersey; Gunnar Dybwad describes the need of the programer for the architect; and Arnold Gangnes treats the need of the architect for the programer. The architectural program is defined as a means of communication with the client by Edwin Cromwell, and the programming process is detailed by John Garber. Also provided are David Ray's and John Truemper's consideration of the programer and architect in action and J. Eugene McKee's treatment of planning for community facilities. Two forwards, excerpts from informal discussions, and a list of registrants are included. (JD)