{"title":"Patrick MacLeamy","description":"\u003cp\u003ePatrick MacLeamy’s works delve into the intricacies of architectural practice and the art of designing exceptional firms. His books offer insightful perspectives on leadership, creativity, and the business of architecture, making them essential reading for professionals and enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect thoughtful explorations of how architecture intersects with culture and innovation, presented with clarity and depth. MacLeamy's writing appeals to those interested in the broader impact of arts and culture within the built environment.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"designing-a-world-class-architecture-firm-by-patrick-macleamy-9781119685302","title":"Designing a World-Class Architecture Firm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOffers architects and creative services professionals exclusive insights and strategies for success from the former CEO of HOK.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDesigning a World-Class Architecture Firm: The People, Stories and Strategies Behind HOK\u003c\/em\u003e tells the history of one of the largest design firms in the world and draws lessons from it that can help other architects, interior designers, urban planners, and creative services professionals grow bigger or better. Former HOK CEO Patrick MacLeamy shares the revolutionary strategies HOK’s founders deployed to create a brand-new type of architecture firm. He pulls no punches, revealing the triple crisis that almost bankrupted HOK and describes how any firm can survive and thrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDesigning a World-Class Architecture Firm\u003c\/em\u003e tells the inside story of many of HOK’s most iconic buildings, including the National Air and Space Museum, Moscone Convention Center, Oriole Park at Camden Yards, the Houston Galleria, and the reimagined LaGuardia Airport. Each chapter conveys lessons learned from HOK’s successes — and failures — including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe importance of diversifying to depression-and-recession-proof your firm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe benefit of organising your firm around specialised leaders and project types\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe difference between leading and managing your people\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe value of simple financial metrics to ensure your firm’s health and profitability\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe “run toward trouble” strategy which prevents problems from ballooning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMacLeamy delivers his advice via inspirational stories such as how HOK survived when its home office in St. Louis went up in flames and humorous stories, like the time an HOK executive was mistaken for royalty on a trip to Saudi Arabia. In this tell-all guide, the driven architecture or design professional will find the tools needed to evolve or grow any firm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47470412202220,"sku":"9781119685302","price":150.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781119685302-designing-a-world-class-architecture-firm.jpg?v=1775218769"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/patrick-macleamy.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}