The author 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. This book will take you on a beguiling tour through the history and psychology of architecture and interior design, and will for ever alter your relatioship with buildings. It will change the way you look at your current home - and help you make the right decisions about your next one.