No Straight Lines Through Life: A Memoir of Art, Architecture, and Nature

By: Sylvester "Syl" Damianos, FAIA

Editor: Brett Peruzzi

Illustrator: Eva Lu Damianos

In his more than ninety years, Sylvester “Syl” Damianos has made his mark in both his profession of architecture and his avocation of art, as both a practitioner and leader. From designing numerous buildings of note and creating award-winning sculptures, to serving as president of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) as well as being an enthusiastic and inspiring leader in several arts organizations, Damianos has dedicated his life to seeking out beauty and grace.

Along the way, he traveled the world and forged connections with countless people and met many notable world figures, from England’s Prince (and now King) Charles to U.S. President George H.W. Bush, Dr. Jonas Salk, and Mikail Gorbachev, the last leader of the Soviet Union. "No Straight Lines Through Life" is a compelling account of a bountiful life journey.

Product Details

• Paperback: 104 pages

• ISBN-13: 978-1-941573-80-8

• Book Dimensions: 6 x 9