LEADERSHIP
BY DESIGN: AN ARCHITECTURE OF TRUST
By: Richard N. Swett, FAIA
Book Description:
Ambassador Richard Swett has written a ground-breaking
book about the unique civic leadership strengths of the architecture profession.
Drawing upon fascinating stories from the past and present, as well as
from his own singular experience as the only architect to serve in Congress
in the 20th century, Swett has produced a compelling volume that is both
inspiring and instructive. He shares Mark Twain's view that "if the
only tool you have is a hammer, after a while every problem begins to
look like a nail." Leadership by Design is an eloquent plea to architects,
leaders and citizens alike to expand the tool chest as we seek new leadership
to design good solutions for the complex challenges facing our nation
and the world.
Paperback $39.50
“Architecture is a vocation commonly held to be detached from the rough and tumble of political engagement. Richard Swett has successfully combined the two professions in his own life and in Leadership by Design: An Architecture of Trust argues for others to follow his example. The result is a remarkable story of how architects have contributed to the civic and political life of this nation, and offers evocative ideas of how to expand their role in our public discourse. Every public official needs to read this book.”
—Senator Joe Lieberman
By: Roger D. Hart
Book Description:
This esteemed book conveys some of the major issues facing many distressed communities today. Each of the 14 chapters was written by the notable persons and experts, and they offer a fresh approach to these issues from a quality perspective. Inside you will read about concrete stories of success and failure, innovative ideas, and a vision of the cities that can be.