I've been a long-time lurker in the group, but my need for informed sounding boards brings out of the shadows for a bit. However, because of the space shortage on campus, and the abysmmal arrangement of the existing classrooms, I'm seeking a laptop classroom. With the saws temporarily on hold, I need to make my best argument for a laptop classroom. Furthermore, computers could be available for some class sessions and totally out of the way for other sessions.
Laptops have smaller screens to begin with and can be tipped or even closed completely as needed.
It might also be less daunting to those faculty members reticent to try integrating computer technology into their classes, and its flexibility should more easily facilitate active, collaborative learning than a desktop classroom.