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“It would be nice if all that exuberance and abundance was connected to a deep ethos of planetary responsibility.”

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William McDonough

William McDonough is a renowned American designer known for his contributions to the field of sustainable design. Born on February 21, 1951, he is a versatile designer with expertise in architecture, industrial design, and urban planning. more

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