After over a decade of travel, study and creative collaboration with Japan, Norm Architects' shares their uniquely Scandinavian view of Japanese aesthetics.The book features richly illustrated dispatches from visits to Japanese landscapes, architecture and cultural sites, shedding light on the influence Japanese traditions have had on the studio's contemporary projects, such as the Äng restaurant in Sweden or Heatherhill Beach House in Denmark. Juxtaposing images from Japan with Norm Architects' work, the book highlights the centuries-old connections between the distinct design cultures, emphasizing mutual respect and shared philosophies. Commentary from expert collaborators in both regions provides in-depth understanding into key design principles. At once an ode to Japan, a personal travelogue, and an aesthetic manifesto,
Product details
Publisher : gestalten; 1st edition (6 Aug. 2024)
Language : English
Hardcover : 304 pages
ISBN-10 : 3967041581
ISBN-13 : 978-3967041583
Dimensions : 24.5 x 3.6 x 33 cm
Best Sellers Rank: 17,422 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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