Architecture Book Reviews
Book Review
"Japan remains an architectural hothouse, bursting with some of the most original and daring designs anywhere. This book—well-organized, beautifully illustrated, with insightful commentary—provides an excellent overview of the best work from the past ten years.
A must-have for architects, connoisseurs of great design, and anyone who wants to come take a look for themselves."—John Mader, president, AIA Japan
"Deftly structured and insightfully curated, this book is a kaleidoscopic representation of the varied architecture that has been produced in Japan in the last five years across scales as well as types.
"Deftly structured and insightfully curated, this book is a kaleidoscopic representation of the varied architecture that has been produced in Japan in the last five years across scales as well as types.
The projects selected unfold for the reader a highly pluralistic world of multiple responses and visual expressions in new Japanese architecture."—Rahul Mehrotra, Professor and Chair of Urban Planning and Design, GSD, Harvard University; principal of RMA Architects Mumbai
"This is a very well researched book that presents innovative projects in their architectural as well as urban context.";Richard Plunz, Director Urban Design Program, GSAPP, Columbia University New York
"The excitement and elegance of recent modern Japanese architecture is very well documented in this book, and the core concepts and future trends thoughtfully explained. It is a delight to read.";Raquel Ramati, Urban Designer, New York
"A gem of work;ambitiously portraying a comprehensive array of designs from young and young-at-heart Japanese architects with differing tastes, styles and concepts. The book is exciting, enlightening and inspiring.";Edward Suzuki, principal of Edward Suzuki Associates, Tokyo
Product Description
The global changes taking place in the architectural world are crystallizing right now in Japan, with the past five years being considered one of the most innovative periods in current Japanese design history. Observed by architects and designers from around the world, these changes are illustrated and articulated in New Japan Architecture.
By documenting 48 important projects by 42 established and avant-garde architects, this book takes the reader through a journey of current trends in contemporary Japanese architecture and predicts future directions. While some buildings strive for the ultimate Zen white cube, others exemplify the search for the 'Wow' factor. Cutting edge modernity in some buildings is countered by a concern for sustainability in others. The selection of buildings in New Japan Architecture includes projects that are big and small, private and public, residential and commercial. The informative writings complement beautiful photographs that highlight the remarkable aspects of each building. A must-have book for those interested in architecture and Japan.
Product Details
Hardcover: 224 pages
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing (September 10, 2011)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 4805309482
ISBN-13: 978-4805309483
