Evolving Designs of Incarceration

This chapter delves into the transformation of prison design in America, emphasizing a shift toward rehabilitation over mere confinement. It highlights significant changes, such as the plan to close Rikers Island in favor of smaller, more humane facilities and discusses innovative examples of jail design that promote a positive environment for inmates. The chapter also critiques the job market's trend of extravagant job titles and descriptions, revealing how these practices create unrealistic expectations for potential candidates.