H.HB.B.2B How to be a Happy Architect explores the work and philosophy of the vibrant young British architecture firm Bauman Lyons. The book is is both a profile of one of Britain's most exciting practices, and a challenge to the reader to explore outside his or her usual approach to, and philosophy of, architecture.
The firm has been established since 1992 and has taken on a variety of projects with a notable commitment to social and environmental sustainability.
H.HB.B.2B How to be a Happy Architect considers the role of 'the architect' within the profession through a series of illuminating essays, written by one of the practice's directors, and CABE commissioner, Irena Bauman. Subjects explored include: the power struggle between art and architecture; gender bias in the world of architecture; ways of working as a team and in partnership with clients; and the significance of awards and prizes in contemporary architecture. The writing within each chapter constitutes a chain of thought that is sparked off by a 'provocation' from sources as diverse as Ayn Rand, Socrates and press coverage of contemporary buildings like the Scottish Parliament.
Stimulating, erudite and highly entertaining, the book incorporates a section illustrating the projects that are outlined in the essays, including Barnsley Media Centre, Bradford Bus Shelters and Bridlington Promenade, giving an overview of the breadth and variety of the work that Bauman Lyons undertakes.
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