The Japanese House

Published to accompany a Barbican Art Gallery exhibition, this volume surveys Japanese residential architecture from the post-war period to the present. It documents the evolution of domestic space in Japan, highlighting the fusion of traditional spatial concepts with modernist and contemporary design principles. The text features extensive photography, drawings, and project analyses, offering a visual and intellectual map of how Japanese architects have reinterpreted the home.

The book is organized into thematic sections that explore various aspects of domestic life and construction. It profiles prominent figures such as Toyo Ito, Kazuyo Sejima, and Kenzo Tange, while also giving significant attention to lesser-known practitioners and emerging generations of architects. Essays by curators and specialists provide context for the biographies and projects, creating a comprehensive resource on the cultural and technical dimensions of Japanese housing.

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