The Architecture of Happiness

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Design your home for a happier life

The Architecture of Happiness is a great read for anyone interested in understanding the significance of design and architecture and how they can impact our well-being. Alain de Botton explores the philosophy behind the design of buildings and questions why we find certain spaces aesthetically pleasing. His writing style is thought-provoking and engaging, making this book a must-read for architecture enthusiasts and anyone looking to create their dream space.

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The Architecture of Happiness

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ISBN: 9780241970058
Authors: Botton Alain De
Publisher: Penguin
Date of Publication: 2014-01-01
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.86
(rated by 13068 readers)

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The architecture of happiness is alain de botton's exploration of the hidden links between buildings and our well being. In the architecture of happiness, bestselling author alain de botton explores one of our most intense but often hidden love with our houses and their furnishings. He what makes a house truly beautiful? why are many new houses so ugly? why do we argue so bitterly about sofas and pictures - and can differences of taste ever be satisfactorily resolved? to answer these questions and many more, de botton looks at buildings across the world, from medieval wooden huts to modern skyscrapers; he examines sofas and cathedrals, tea sets and office complexes, and teases out a host of often surprising philosophical insights. The architecture of happiness will take you on a beguiling tour through the history and psychology of architecture and interior design, and will change the way you look at your home. "engaging and intelligent ...full of splendid ideas, happily
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Design your home for a happier life

The Architecture of Happiness is a great read for anyone interested in understanding the significance of design and architecture and how they can impact our well-being. Alain de Botton explores the philosophy behind the design of buildings and questions why we find certain spaces aesthetically pleasing. His writing style is thought-provoking and engaging, making this book a must-read for architecture enthusiasts and anyone looking to create their dream space.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.