Synopses & Reviews
andlt;bandgt;This Japanese architecture and design book is a wonderful source of new styles and ideas for those looking to add a distinctively Zen flair to their home.andlt;/bandgt;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;Limited spaces, unlimited technology, a tradition of innovation, and sheer Japanese panache have combined to inspire the 26 stunning homes featured in Japan Houses. Conceived by 24 of Japan's leading architects and designers, each of the houses forecasts and defines a new trend in residential architecture, reinventing the meaning and use of space, material, and function.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;Traditional lifestyles are challenged, domestic functions such as cooking and entertaining are moved out of the house into the public domain, while laptops bring work back in. Zen minimalist is juxtaposed with comfortable opulence, time-honored workmanship is coupled with exciting new materials, resulting in a recognizable style that belongs to Japan, reflecting its culture and craftsmanship, while at the same time being avant-garde and international. The spirit of each of these astonishing houses is captured in beautiful photographs, plans and commentary.
Review
"The homes in Japan Houses represent an upper echelon of residencesand#8212;largely unrestrained by budget or spatial limitations." and#8212;andlt;bandgt;Dwellandlt;/bandgt;
Review
"The homes in Japan Houses represent an upper echelon of residences—largely unrestrained by budget or spatial limitations."—Dwell
Synopsis
Japanese residential design has evolved as a distinctive response to social, political, and climatic pressures-along with the powerful individual ideas of its architects. Japan Houses presents 28 of the country's finest contemporary houses. Each house is beautifully captured through breathtaking photographs, showcasing the creativity of Japan's leading architects and designers and their innovative use of building materials, spatial concepts, and aesthetic surprise.
Synopsis
This Japanese architecture and design book is a wonderful source of new styles and ideas for those looking to add a distinctively Zen flair to their home. Limited spaces, unlimited technology, a tradition of innovation, and sheer Japanese panache have combined to inspire the 26 stunning homes featured in Japan Houses. Conceived by 24 of Japan's leading architects and designers, each of the houses forecasts and defines a new trend in residential architecture, reinventing the meaning and use of space, material, and function.
Traditional lifestyles are challenged, domestic functions such as cooking and entertaining are moved out of the house into the public domain, while laptops bring work back in. Zen minimalist is juxtaposed with comfortable opulence, time-honored workmanship is coupled with exciting new materials, resulting in a recognizable style that belongs to Japan, reflecting its culture and craftsmanship, while at the same time being avant-garde and international. The spirit of each of these astonishing houses is captured in beautiful photographs, plans and commentary.
Synopsis
Japanese residential design has evolved as a distinctive response to social, political, and climatic pressuresand#8212;along with the powerful individual ideas of its architects. andlt;iandgt;Japan Housesandlt;/iandgt; presents 26 of the country's finest contemporary houses in breathtaking photographs and with insightful text.
Synopsis
Japanese residential design has evolved as a distinctive response to social, political, and climatic pressures—along with the powerful individual ideas of its architects. Japan Houses presents 26 of the country's finest contemporary houses in breathtaking photographs and with insightful text.
About the Author
andlt;bandgt;Marcia Iwatateandlt;/bandgt; is one of the leading professionals in the Japanese design and food industry. She is the author of andlt;iandgt;Eat.Work.Shop.andlt;/iandgt;, and co-author of andlt;iandgt;Shunju: New Japanese Cuisineandlt;/iandgt;, which won a James Beard Award in 2004.andlt;BRandgt;andlt;BRandgt;andlt;bandgt;Takeshi Nakasaandlt;/bandgt; of Nacasa and Partners, Inc., a photographic studio in Tokyo, has been taking commercial interior design and architectural photographs since the 1970s.