{"title":"Antony Rifkin","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntony Rifkin’s works delve into the intricate layers of urban life, exploring the dynamic interplay between architecture, society, and culture. His writing invites readers to consider how complex environments shape human experience and creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a focus on \u003cem\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/em\u003e, Rifkin offers insightful perspectives that blend thoughtful analysis with vivid storytelling. His books are ideal for those fascinated by the evolving relationship between cities and their inhabitants.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"complex-city-by-jane-manning-9781859468944","title":"Complex City","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart story, part atlas—this is a study of a city’s complexity. The most successful cities, the most interesting and sought-after ones, are those with an intrinsic and distinctive character that remain dynamic and relevant. They are complex and contradictory. And that is worth embracing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a visual, geographic and narrative journey that explains why London is the way it is today. Using stunning maps and artful imagery, \u003cem\u003eComplex City\u003c\/em\u003e makes a compelling case for a finer grain understanding of density through a character-based approach to planning. Each character area is broken down, exploring the characteristics and character-based development potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor those planning and designing projects, this is a reference book for the early stages of a design project and can help to inform site analyses which form part of most architectural commissions and urban design studies. For lovers of maps and London, it is a must-read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47605253013740,"sku":"9781859468944","price":89.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781859468944-complex-city.jpg?v=1778128821"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/antony-rifkin.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}