Design Like You Give a Damn: Architectural Responses to Humanitarian Crises,   ISBN:9781933045252

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This was a mother's day gift from my husband. I am a 3-d artist and as I have been "into " the topic of shelter and portable housing for years, this book was right for me. And that the book deals with the human condition, and especially about helping the Quality of life through design, makes the book very interesting to read. If you are into web sites like" Instructables "or" eco- geek" you will love the book.

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This is an honest review of many humanitarian architectural efforts throughout the world. I found it inspirational and very helpful.

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I received this book quickly and in excellent shape.
I would highly recommend this book to anyone.
This book is on the cutting edge of solutions to the housing problem in countries devastated by wars, natural disasters, and poverty. It is amazing!

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I purchased this book as a gift for my father, who is an architect that studied under a protege of Saarinen. He loves it!!! He stayed up all night reading it and it has inspired him to go in new directions with his designs. An excellent gift/coffee table book.

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I found this book intriguing for several reasons, none the least of which was the architecture. But furthermore the discourse regarding the real and perceived boundaries surrounding the issue of humanitarian shelters is one wildly fascinating to me - as we seem to be grappling with it within our own American borders as opposed to just impoverished third world countries. Also the epic political and logistical sagas of humanitarian efforts to provide shelter are enough material for another volume of their own. Well organized and well written in easy to follow case study format. A truly thought provoking piece proving that the resolution of one of the most basic human needs continues to require our attention and effort.