Expanding Architecture presents a new generation of creative design carried out in the service of the greater public and the greater good. Questioning how design can improve daily lives, editors Bryan Bell and Katie Wakeford map an emerging geography of architectural activism--or "public-interest architecture"--that might function akin to public-interest law or medicine by expanding architecture's all too often elite client base. With 30 essays by practicing architects and designers, urban and community planners, historians, landscape architects, environmental designers and members of other fields, this volume presents recent work from around the world that illustrates the ways in which design can address issues of social justice.

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" Any form of development that is to be sustainable has to optimize ecology, economy, and social equity. New models for design and practice--like the inspiring ones in this book--are integrating these realms in ways that can create catalysts for a positive future." William A. McDonough, FAIA William McDonough + Partners

" This collection of exemplary works should become the subject of continuing education for every architect and required of every student early in his or her academic experience. It provides us with a primer for our conscience and meaning for our work." Marvin J. Malecha, FAIA, DPACSA Dean, NC State University College of Design 2009 AIA President

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