The Architecture of Happiness Audiobook (Free)

From one of our greatest voices in modern philosophy, author of The Span of Love, The Consolations of Philosophy, Religion for Atheists and The School of Life

The Structures of Joy explores the fascinating hidden links between the buildings we reside in and our long-term wellbeing

‘Interesting and intelligent… Full of splendid ideas, gladly and beautifully portrayed’ Independent

‘Alain de Botton uses big, complex subjects and writes about them with thoughtful and deceptive about The Architecture of Happiness innocence’ Observer

‘Clever, provocative and new being a daisy’ Literary Review

Bestselling author Alain de Botton offers discussed love, travel, position and how beliefs can console us. Right now he transforms his attention to one of our most intense but often hidden like affairs: with this houses and their furniture. He asks: Why is a house really beautiful?Why are many new homes so unappealing?Why do we argue so bitterly about sofas and pictures – and can differences of taste ever be satisfactorily resolved?Will minimalism make us happier than ornaments?

To answer these questions and so many more, de Botton talks about buildings around the world, from middle ages solid wood huts to contemporary skyscrapers; he examines sofas and cathedrals, tea units and workplace complexes, and teases out a host of frequently surprising philosophical insights. The Architecture of Happiness will need you on a beguiling tour through the annals and psychology of structures and interior design, and will permanently alter your relationship with buildings. It’ll change how you look at your present house – and help you create the proper decisions about your next one.