Design Like You Give A Damn: Architectural Responses To Humanitarian Crises

Architecture for Humanity

ISBN 10: 1933045256 / ISBN 13: 9781933045252

Published by Metropolis Books, 2006

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Synopsis:

The greatest humanitarian challenge we face today is that of providing shelter. The physical design of our homes, neighborhoods and communities shapes every aspect of our live, yet where architects are most desperately needed, they can least be afforded. Design Like You Give a Damn is a compendium of innovative projects from around the world that demonstrate the power of design to improve lives. It offers a history of the movement toward socially conscious design, and showcases more than 80 contemporary solutions to such urgent needs as basic shelter, healthcare, education and access to clean water, energy and sanitation.

From the Publisher: "Architecture for Humanity has a clear goal: to improve the lives of billions people worldwide, one sustainable building at a time. And while the mission may sound overly ambitious, AFH is on its way. The group...has become the premier nonprofit organization for disaster relief housing programs."
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Bibliographic Details

Title: Design Like You Give A Damn: Architectural ...
Publisher: Metropolis Books
Publication Date: 2006
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good