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Compiled by Michael J. Crosbie, one of North America's leading architectural editors and writers, this book describes both visually and texturally, the unique architecture of prisons, courthouses and detention centres. Crosbie presents inventive design solutions by leading architects to providing secure, functional and responsive architecture for justice. The buildings depicted challenge the architect to offer well-designed spaces that are efficient and humane, but still aesthetically pleasing to surrounding communities. The book includes an introduction by Barbara Nadel, an expert on the design of courthouses and gaols, and former Chair of the American Institute of Architects' Committee on Architecture for Justice.Crosbie, Michael J. is the author of 'Architecture for Justice' with ISBN 9781876907907 and ISBN 1876907908.
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