The Power of Design: A Force for Transforming Everything
A provocative tour de force re-imaging what design could be as the tool for helping us grapple with the deeply systemic and institutional challenges in our rapidly changing world. This book is a must-read not only for designers and their students but for anyone concerned with our collective future. A stunning and powerful book. --John Seely Brown, Former Chief Scientist of Xerox and Director of its Palo Alto Research Center, and Co-author, The Social Life of Information<br /><br />Farson's wisdom, uncanny understanding of the human condition, and his at times infuriating but meticulously researched conclusions deeply challenge traditional thought about the role of design in society. This compelling and important book is a must-read for anyone involved in the major predicaments of our time, including our failing education system, healthcare, and growing global environmental challenges. Brilliant! --Jane Poynter, President, Paragon Space Development Corp., TV host, author, and Biosphere 2 crewmember<br /><br />This is Richard Farson's masterpiece - the one and only book that illuminates the interdependence of design, organization and leadership. --Warren Bennis, University Professor, University of Southern California, and AuthorA provocative tour de force re-imaging what design could be as the tool for helping us grapple with the deeply systemic and institutional challenges in our rapidly changing world. This book is a must-read not only for designers and their students but for anyone concerned with our collective future. A stunning and powerful book. --John Seely Brown, Former Chief Scientist of Xerox and Director of its Palo Alto Research Center, and Co-author, The Social Life of InformationFarson's wisdom, uncanny understanding of the human condition, and his at times infuriating but meticulously researched conclusions deeply challenge traditional thought about the role of design in society. This compelling and important book is a must-read for anyone involved in the major predicaments of our time, including our failing education system, healthcare, and growing global environmental challenges. Brilliant! --Jane Poynter, President, Paragon Space Development Corp., TV host, author, and Biosphere 2 crewmember