A Place in Mind: The Search for Authenticity is the result of Avi Friedmanrsquo;s worldwide quest for successful environments where people congregate and feel comfortable. Whether he writes of the conviviality of a teahouse in Istanbul; the serenity of Assisi; the squatter settlements of Tijuana; or the architectural harmony of neighbourhoods in London; Friedman conveys his excitement at discovering people-friendly placesmdash;antidotes to social isolation.His search for unique spots took him to spiritual places; workplaces; townsrsquo; squares; very cold places and warm ones. They made themselves known unexpectedly; and affected him in some way. He went on to look into their distant and near history; origins and effect on civilizations; the people that inhabit them; and above all; to reflect on what made them special.Published originally in 2010; this is a completely revised edition including new essays and photographs.ldquo;One of the top ten style setters who will most influence the way we live in the next quarter century.rdquo; ndash;Wallpaper ldquo;If you are looking for a good book to read; consider picking up a copy of Avi Friedmans A Place in Mind.rdquo; ndash;Richard White; Calgary Herald
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