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Traditional Japanese Architecture

An Exploration of Elements and Forms

by Mira Locher
Ben Simmons
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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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    April 17, 2012

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      • ISBN: 9781462906062

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  • Languages

    • English

  • Reviews

    • Library Journal

      December 1, 2010

      It's easy to fall in love with this book. The subject is fascinating, the photography stunning, the writing clear and cogent, and the printing and binding top rate--all of which make one want more. Many of the pictures are cropped until they're wee tidbits (there are also some full-page beauties), and it can be difficult to form an overall impression of the various types of traditional Japanese buildings and the way they relate to their environment. Since this book is designed to focus on the components that go into making Japanese architecture distinctive, additional large-scale images would have made this good book even better. The writing is studded with Japanese terms (defined in the text or glossary), but it is quite readable and to the point. VERDICT As it is, this will be valuable to anyone interested in the subtleties of woodwork, garden design, spatial organization, ornamental detailing, foundation materials, and a host of other topics integral to creating traditional Japanese buildings. Designers, architects, artists, and anyone with a love of Japanese traditional culture will enjoy this book.--David McClelland, Philadelphia

      Copyright 2010 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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