Mission: Designing hope for the marginalized around the world Vision: We see a world where the hopeless find hope, where advancements in design do not just benefit a privileged few, and where design professionals use their talents for the good of the disadvantaged. We see a world where a well designed building reminds people that they are not forgotten, that everyone has value, and that hope is available to all. Research. Design. Education (RDE) Research We research indigenous building methods, materials, and tools. Design Our aim is to apply design knowledge to our research to improve building integrity, quality, and sustainability while preserving cultural heritage. Education We teach innovative building techniques that will allow local craftsman to advance construction in developing areas.