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Unknown Contemporary Japanese Architecture, (Hardcover)
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XCD 231
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Presenting the latest in Japanese building, this book reveals how the likes of Tadao Ando, SANAA, Shigeru Ban, Kengo Kuma, and Junya Ishigami are relinking past, present, and future--building greener and smarter than ever before.
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Explore cutting-edge architectural trends in Japan, highlighting innovative structures that blend tradition with modern aesthetics, appealing to architecture enthusiasts and professionals alike.
High-Quality Imagery
Each page showcases stunning photography, providing a visual feast that captures the essence of contemporary Japanese architecture, making it a perfect coffee table book.
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Delve into the unique cultural and historical influences shaping Japan's architectural landscape, offering readers a deeper understanding of how these elements inform contemporary design.
Product Details
- Features the inventive and sustainable contemporary architecture of Japan, with a focus on seven Japanese Pritzker Prize-winning architects
- Showcases the work of influential architects such as Tadao Ando, Kengo Kuma, Shigeru Ban, and Kazuyo Sejima, known for pioneering a more sustainable approach to architecture
- Highlights the unique creativity in Japanese architecture, influenced by factors such as high population density, modern economy, historical context, and the constant risk of disasters
- Includes 39 architects and 55 exceptional projects, from grand theaters to sustainable dental clinics, accompanied by photos, floor plans, technical drawings, and insightful descriptions
- Features an elaborate essay tracing the evolution of Japanese architecture from the Metabolists to the present, emphasizing the interaction of past, present, and future in earning global recognition
- Comes in an XL-sized hardcover, providing an extensive exploration of the contemporary Japanese architectural scene
| Book format | Hardcover |
| Fiction/nonfiction | Non-Fiction |
| Genre | Art, Music, and Photography |
| Publication date | May, 2021 |
| Pages | 448 |
| Reading level | General |
| Subgenre | History |
| Series title | Unknown |
| Edition | 1 |
| Publisher | Taschen |
| Original languages | English |
| Language | MultipleLanguages |
| Awards won | Pritzker Prize |
| Is collectible | N |
| Editor | Philip Jodidio |
| Binding type | Case Binding |
| Recording time | 0 min |
| Retail packaging | Single Piece |
| Assembled product dimensions (l x w x h) | 10.00 x 1.70 x 14.90 in (25.4 x 4.3 x 37.8 cm) |
| Assembled product weight | 8 lb (3.63 kg) |
| Bisac subject heading | Architecture |
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Architecture Students
Ideal resource for architecture students studying modern design principles and techniques in Japanese architecture.
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Design Professionals
Useful for architects and designers seeking inspiration from contemporary Japanese design trends and aesthetics.
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Cultural Enthusiasts
Great for individuals interested in Japanese culture, art, and architecture to broaden their understanding.
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Casual Readers
Not suitable for readers looking for light reading or general interest books without technical architectural details.
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Is there an essay on the history of Japanese architecture?
Answer: Yes, the book includes an elaborate essay that traces the country's building scene from the Metabolists to today.
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- High-quality hardcover
- Appealing to design enthusiasts
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- Latest in Japanese building
- Renowned architects showcased: Tadao Ando, SANAA, Shigeru Ban, Kengo Kuma, Junya Ishigami
- Focus on sustainability and creativity
- Highlighting 39 architects and 55 exceptional projects
- Includes photos, floor plans, technical drawings, insightful descriptions, and biographies
- Provides an essay on the history and evolution of contemporary Japanese architecture
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