By Celsias
Posted on Dec. 30, 2011. Listed in:
You know how we like supporting your actions and projects and the amazing stuff you do. Here's a cause we would really like to commend to you, Architecture for Humanity and the plea from founder and CEO ( Chief Eternal Optimist) Cameron Sinclair.
We've heard Cameron talk on his projects at Auckland University and at Christchurch Polytechnic had the pleasure of spending a day with him and watching him in action with the architecture students at Auckland University.
. And it's seriously impressive... Not only that, they are also helping out Christchurch state school, Unlimited in their redesign of space for the central city and have been an incredible gust of fresh ideas and fresh thinking .
So the very least we can do ( apart from make our own donation, which we have to share it with you all.
So here is Cameron's letter...
"First, thank you for partnering and supporting Architecture for Humanity. Whether you've made a donation, volunteered your time, participated in one of our Chapters, or just followed our work (or any combination of the above), you have helped make Architecture for Humanity what it is today. So, thank you.
Now we're asking for your help again. Please make a donation and build the future with us.
Our Impact
When you think about Architecture for Humanity, we're guessing that the first thing that comes to mind is design. But Architecture for Humanity's design renegades are providing more than just design services.
By engaging the community, they provide access to construction financing, job training—and more—in the twenty-five countries and counting where we work each day. Through the power of design we are creating opportunities that go beyond the four walls of a building. Here is a snapshot of our impact to date:
Metrics above represent total impact, 1999-2011, for every project's projected lifespan. Every Architecture for Humanity project tracks its impact on the Open Architecture Network.
What Our Clients Say Abo
ut Us
"After the disaster in Japan, the government did not offer aid for small manufacturing companies like mine. It has been a big challenge for my business. However, my wetsuits workshop is going to get rebuilt with the quick response of Architecture for Humanity."
- Yutaka Nakamura, owner, e5star Wetsuits, Ishinomaki, Japan [Read more about our clients ]
Why We Need Your Support
Design is the ultimate renewable resource. Each day, around the world, our dedicated, talented and dogged design, development and construction professionals are giving back to their communities. Helping them to become stronger and more resiliant. Their stories show how architecture builds more than just buildings. Donate a day, a week, a month of design and tells us why design matters to you.
Come on now, you've read this far. Just click here to go to our donations page (You know you want that tax write-off, and it feels great.) Support our design heroes.
Cheers,
Cameron Sinclair
Co-Founder and Chief Eternal Optimist
