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Traditional Japanese Architecture

An Exploration of Elements and Forms

By: Mira Locher

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Traditional Japanese Architecture

An Exploration of Elements and Forms

By: Mira Locher

By examining the Japanese history of buildings and building designs from prehistory to modern day, lovers of Japan will develop a deeper understanding and appreciation of this island country. Simplicity, sensitivity to the natural environment, and the use of natural materials are the hallmarks of Japanese architecture. The Art of Japanese Architecture provides a broad overview of traditional Japanese architecture in its historical and cultural context. It begins with a discussion of prehistoric dwellings and concludes with a description of modern Japanese buildings. Important historical influences and trends--notably the introduction of Buddhist culture from Korea and China, the development of feudalism, and the influence of modern Western styles of building--are all discussed in detail as facets of Japanese design. Through all of these changes, a restrained architectural tradition developed in marked contrast to an exuberant tradition characterized by monumentality and the use of bold colors. The book provides tremendous insights into the dynamic nature of Japanese architecture and how it reflects an underlying diversity within Japanese culture. The book is profusely illustrated with over 370 color photographs, woodblock prints, maps, diagrams, and specially commissioned watercolors.

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Tuttle Publishing

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1462906060

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9781462906062

Zen Gardens

The Complete Works of Shunmyo Masuno, Japan's Leading Garden Designer

By: Mira Locher

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The Complete Works of Shunmyo Masuno, Japan's Leading Garden Designer

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680

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Tuttle Publishing

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1462910491

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9781462910496

Super Potato Design

The Complete Works of Takashi Sugimoto: Japan's Leading Interior Designer

By: Mira Locher

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Super Potato Design

The Complete Works of Takashi Sugimoto: Japan's Leading Interior Designer

By: Mira Locher

Super Potato Design is the first full-length book to present the work and conceptual ideas of the internationally renowned Japanese design firm Super Potato, founded by Takashi Sugimoto. Super Potato's powerful designs for the interiors of restaurants, shops and hotels, as well as Takashi Sugimoto's designs for tea ceremony spaces and utensils, are richly complex compositions of materials which create simple, strong spaces. Using traditional Japanese building materials such as bamboo, wood, and stone, but crating original yet timeless spaces, Super Potato's designs avoid specific stylistic characterizations and short-lived fashion. By finding contemporary expression for important concepts present in traditional Japan and combining materials in unexpected ways to create exciting spaces, Super Potato's work has had a significant impact on interior design in Japan and throughout Asia. Super Potato Design is generously illustrated with 320 full-color photographs by the respected Japanese photographer Yoshio Shiratori, who has recorded Super Potatos projects since the firm's conception in 1973. Architect and Japan scholar Mira Locher introduces the ideas and influences of Takashi Sugimoto, the founder and principle designer of Super Potato, and provides a thorough explanation of each project. Architectural drawings further describe the projects. A forward by Tadao Anso, interviews between Takashi Sugimoto and architect Kiyoshi Sey Takeyama, and also graphic designer Kenya Hara, explore the ideas relevant to Japanese designers today. A list of the Complete Works of Super Potato rounds off the book.

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Tuttle Publishing

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1462906044

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9781462906048

Zen Garden Design

Mindful Spaces by Shunmyo Masuno - Japan's Leading Garden Designer

By: Mira Locher,Shunmyo Masuno

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Zen Garden Design

Mindful Spaces by Shunmyo Masuno - Japan's Leading Garden Designer

By: Mira Locher,Shunmyo Masuno

Zen Buddhist priest Shunmyo Masuno understands that today's busy world leaves little time or space for self-reflection, but that a garden--even in the most urban of spaces--can provide some respite. In his words, "The garden is a special spiritual place where the mind dwells." With this in mind, Masuno has designed scores of spectacular Japanese gardens and landscapes with the aim of helping people achieve a balanced life in the 21st century. This book explores Masuno's design process and ideas, which are integral to his daily Zen training and teachings. It features 15 unique gardens and contemplative landscapes completed in six countries over as many years--all thoughtfully described and documented in full-color photos and drawings. Readers will also find insights on Masuno's philosophy of garden design and a conversation between the designer and famed architect Terunobu Fujimori. Zen Garden Design provides an in-depth examination of Masuno's gardens and landscapes--not just as beautiful spaces, but as places for meditation and contemplation.

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Tuttle Publishing

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1462922171

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9781462922178

Zen Garden Design

Mindful Spaces by Shunmyo Masuno - Japan's Leading Garden Designer

By: Mira Locher,Shunmyo Masuno

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Mindful Spaces by Shunmyo Masuno - Japan's Leading Garden Designer

By: Mira Locher,Shunmyo Masuno

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Alfonso Corti

The discovery of the hearing organ

By: A.Martini,P. Mazzarello,E. Mira,A. Mudry

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Alfonso Corti

The discovery of the hearing organ

By: A.Martini,P. Mazzarello,E. Mira,A. Mudry

This beautiful book celebrates the discovery of the hearing organ by the Italian anatomist Alfonso Corti in 1851. He first described the microscopic anatomy of the organ that contains the cellular receptors that transduce and carry airborne vibrations into electric signals to the auditory nerve and brain. Already by then, and still today, this organ was and is regarded as the most difficult of the organs in the human body to study. Indeed, it is a stealthy and miniscule organ surrounded by the hardest bone in the body. Since his discovery, researchers have continued to fascinate over this complex and gracile organ.

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373

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Kugler Publications

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9062999441

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9789062999446

Zen Gardens

The Complete Works of Shunmyo Masuno, Japan's Leading Garden Designer

By: Mira Locher

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The Complete Works of Shunmyo Masuno, Japan's Leading Garden Designer

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Super Potato Design

The Complete Works of Takashi Sugimoto: Japan's Leading Interior Designer

By: Mira Locher

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The Complete Works of Takashi Sugimoto: Japan's Leading Interior Designer

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Traditional Japanese Architecture

Traditional Japanese Architecture

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Zen Gardens

Super Potato Design

Super Potato Design

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Zen Garden Design

Zen Garden Design

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Zen Gardens

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