In "Architectural Excellence in a Diverse World Culture", William T.Baker presents dynamic concepts aimed at inspiring international excellence in architectural design. He addresses the controversial subject of architectural aesthetics and demonstrates how foundational principles of design can be applied to the significant challenges facing the world's built environment. "Architectural Excellence" is intended to provoke discussion and interest among design professionals by advocating that each world culture should develop its own unique architectural expression in a dynamic way. Baker's belief is that these foundational principles of design are culturally neutral and more pervasive than any single culture from our collective past. They are relevant to the architecture of all nations and peoples and can help solve the problem of architectural uniformity that is rampant throughout the world. "Architectural Excellence" encourages a thoughtful assessment of time-proven...