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 Japans 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.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Excelente libroBy coredefinitivamente todos los libros de esta serie son una gran herramienta para los arquitectos. recomiendo a gran nivel. sus fotografia son muy buens y el contenido fantastico.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Not bad. RecommendedBy DLINNot bad. Recommended1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. 27 Dramatic HousesBy John MatlockOur impression from the movies and the scenes from disaster areas tends to show us a view of the orient that concentrated on small. not very well constructed. fragile houses with essentially no architectural value. Such is not the whole story. There are individuals around the orient that are very wealthy and who have hired outstanding architects and builders to construct houses that are the equal of houses anywhere in the world. In this book some twenty seven houses are highlighted. Their design tends to be towards the modern. with striking details. even in the midst of the city. At the same time there is a distinctive feel of the houses that comes from the much warmer much wetter climate than our houses typically have.All in all I see this an an idea book that brings a subtle difference in design. but one that could be applied to houses here with a bold different look.
