{"title":"Charles Holland","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Charles Holland collection, where the appreciation of \u003cem\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/em\u003e takes centre stage. Charles Holland is a renowned author celebrated for his ability to make complex architectural concepts accessible and enjoyable. His works invite readers to explore the fascinating intersections of architecture, culture, and history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his standout works is \u003cem\u003eHow to Enjoy Architecture\u003c\/em\u003e, a captivating book that demystifies the world of buildings and design. Holland's insightful writing encourages readers to view architecture not merely as functional structures, but as dynamic art forms that shape our cultural landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're an aficionado of architectural wonders or a novice eager to learn, the Charles Holland collection offers engaging and enlightening reads that enhance your understanding and appreciation of the built environment. Dive into these books today and discover how architecture shapes our world in ways you never imagined.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"how-to-enjoy-architecture-by-charles-holland-9780300263930","title":"How to Enjoy Architecture","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharles Holland challenges us to look beyond the day-to-day familiarity of buildings to rediscover the pleasure of experiencing architecture.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eArchitecture is bound up with our daily lives but, for most of us, it is experienced as a blur of habit. Our reactions towards the buildings that surround us are often culturally generated, and we experience them in ways that are immediate but often mundane. \u003cem\u003eHow to Enjoy Architecture: A Guide for Everyone\u003c\/em\u003e encourages us to move beyond this and, instead, really \u003cem\u003elook\u003c\/em\u003e at buildings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRenowned architect Charles Holland talks about the buildings and architects that excite and inspire him, and the ideas and principles through which we can engage with architecture. By breaking buildings down into categories such as materials, structure, space, and use, Holland guides us through drastically different styles and building types—from the satisfying symmetry of a Queen Anne house to the thrill of a high-tech tower, or the social ideals that lie behind a housing estate. In doing so, he demonstrates how looking at, experiencing, and using architecture can bring joy in itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"A book that will enrich any encounter with a building, it made me want to look harder and be more curious. We are led playfully through the fundamentals of architecture so that we might enjoy the details and the poetry of buildings all the more. A walk through the city feels more fun and also more profound after reading this book.\" — Grayson Perry, artist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"We so often encounter architecture when it goes wrong, or offends us with its looks. Holland, though, is the perfect, clear-headed tour guide to help us appreciate it with newly sharpened senses and fall in love again – even those buildings we \u003cem\u003ethink\u003c\/em\u003e we hate.\" — Tom Dyckhoff, academic and broadcaster\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"An enlightening and urbane exploration of architecture that resonates beyond conventional chronological histories.\" — Catherine Slessor, architecture writer and critic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46833160585452,"sku":"9780300263930","price":35.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24637043482294.jpg?v=1758442440"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/charles-holland.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}