Alain de Botton

Philosopher & Bestselling Author | Architecture & Design Storyteller

🇬🇧United Kingdom5 talks · 4 events2 with video

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Alain de Botton is a renowned philosopher and bestselling author who has transformed how people understand architecture. His books, including 'The Architecture of Happiness' and 'How Proust Can Change Your Life', have been translated into over 30 languages and sold millions of copies worldwide.

As a public intellectual, de Botton frequently contributes to publications like The New York Times and The Guardian, sharing his unique perspectives on design, urban planning, and their impact on human experience. His TED Talks and keynotes inspire audiences to view the built environment with fresh eyes, revealing how architecture shapes our emotions, values, and daily lives.

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Alain de Botton at Intelligence Squared 2026

Alain de Botton at How To Academy 2023

Alain de Botton at The Marketing Society Annual Conference 2015

Atheism 2.0

TED🇺🇸 Long BeachJul 2011

A kinder, gentler philosophy of success

TED🇺🇸 Long BeachJul 2009

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