Living In Japan

Lovingly manicured gardens, sliding doors and warm natural materials: Japanese homes are havens of tranquillity created with a domestic aesthetic of oriental minimalism. Traditional architecture meets cutting-edge homes in this collection featuring numerous previously unseen photographs. Look to the rising sun and discover the... Traditional Japanese architecture is so rich and extraordinary that it is hard to beat. However, contemporary Japanese designers and architects are constantly seeking new architectural formulas, always looking to the past as a source of inspiration. Whether it is a perfectly preserved traditional home or an avant-garde studio, the best homes in Japan share a passion for clever spatial design and warm materials such as wood, brick and bamboo. From a thatched cottage, the residence of a Zen monk, to Tadao Ando’s experimental 4x4 house, Shigeru Ban’s conceptual retreat and a beautiful homage to bamboo in the form of a dwelling, this book offers a tour of the multifaceted landscape of modern Japanese homes. Enriched with 170 new and previously unpublished photographs, this reissue comes complete with a list of addresses for those wishing to travel to Japan and stay in the most fascinating residences and hotels. It also includes a glossary of terms such as tatami, shoji and noren to help you familiarize yourself with the key elements of Japan’s unique aesthetic of oriental minimalism.