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Design for Good

A New Era of Architecture for Everyone

Authors:

  1. John Cary

    1. Oakland, USA

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  • Offers powerful global examples of design for people

  • Written by a renowned presenter on affordable and accessible design

  • Elevates the stories of people who most need dignified design

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Table of contents (8 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages 1-13
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  3. If It Can Happen Here

    • John Cary
    Pages 28-59

  4. Buildings That Heal

    • John Cary
    Pages 60-99

  5. Shelter for the Soul

    • John Cary
    Pages 100-145

  6. Spaces That Enlighten

    • John Cary
    Pages 146-187

  7. Places for Civic Life

    • John Cary
    Pages 188-227

  8. Raising Expectations

    • John Cary
    Pages 228-249

  9. Conclusion: A Call to Expect More

    • John Cary
    Pages 250-269

  10. Back Matter

    Pages 270-275
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About this book

In this volume, the author offers character-driven, real-world stories about projects around the globe that offer more—buildings that are designed and created with and for the people who will use them. The book reveals a new understanding of the ways that design shapes our lives and gives professionals and interested citizens the tools to seek out and demand designs that dignify.
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Authors and Affiliations

  • Oakland, USA

    John Cary

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About the author

John Cary is an architect, writer, speaker, and curator focused on design and philanthropy. Consulting principally for TED, he is also an advisor to Aspen Global Health & Development and an array of foundations and nonprofits globally.

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