{"title":"Mira Locher","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the insightful world of Mira Locher, an esteemed author renowned for her expertise in Japanese architecture and design. Mira Locher's works offer readers an in-depth exploration of the unique elements that define Japanese aesthetic and cultural landscapes. Her engaging writing style and comprehensive research make her books invaluable resources for both enthusiasts and professionals within the fields of architecture and arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the notable works in this collection is \u003cem\u003eJapanese Architecture\u003c\/em\u003e, a profound exploration of Japan's architectural evolution, infused with cultural insights and stunning illustrations. Another gem by Locher is \u003cem\u003eSuper Potato Design\u003c\/em\u003e, which delves into the innovative and influential work of the renowned design firm, Super Potato. This book is a testament to the firm's striking interior projects that balance tradition and modernity, highlighting how Japanese design principles can be remarkably versatile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a connoisseur of arts and culture or simply curious about the world of Japanese design, Mira Locher's books offer a captivating journey into the heart of this fascinating subject. Enjoy an enriching reading experience as you explore her meticulously crafted portrayals of design excellence.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"japanese-architecture-by-mira-locher-9784805313282","title":"Japanese Architecture","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThick thatched roofs and rough mud plaster walls. Intricate carved wood transoms and precisely woven tatami mats—each element of traditional Japanese architecture tells a story. These stories encompass the particular development, construction, function, and symbolism inherent in historic architectural elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom roofs, walls, and floors to door pulls and kettle hangers, \u003cem\u003eJapanese Architecture\u003c\/em\u003e situates these elements firmly within the natural environment and traditional culture of Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book provides a comprehensive perspective of traditional Japanese architecture, relating the historical development and context of the buildings and gardens of Japan while examining the stories of the individual architectural elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46853662605548,"sku":"9784805313282","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/25523403483898.jpg?v=1759213530"},{"product_id":"super-potato-design-by-mira-locher-9784805317631","title":"Super Potato Design","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSuper Potato Design\u003c\/em\u003e presents the work of internationally-renowned Japanese designer Takashi Sugimoto. After studying metal sculpture at Tokyo University of Fine Arts, Sugimoto began his career designing a series of bars and restaurants including the iconic Radio Bar that became a favourite hangout for designers like Issey Miyake, Ikko Tanaka, Yohji Yamamoto, and Tadao Ando. He was soon recruited to design retail spaces, including the original Muji \"no-brand\" shops, along with hotels, tea ceremony spaces, and wedding chapels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSuper Potato's striking interiors have totally revolutionised Japanese design through the use of exposed concrete surfaces, rough-hewn timber, and unevenly cut stone juxtaposed with salvaged metal and repurposed objects to create a sense of power and timelessness. The design vocabulary created by Sugimoto is universally imitated today (in Japan and throughout the world). It is what we now think of as \"modern Japanese design\"--although Sugimoto's own work has never been surpassed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSuper Potato Design\u003c\/em\u003e presents 40 of Sugimoto's most important projects in 320 full-colour photographs by Yoshio Shiratori, who has worked with the designer since the beginning. Author and architect Mira Locher introduces Sugimoto's work and provides a thorough description for each project. A foreword by Tadao Ando and discussions with architect Kiyoshi Sey Takeyama and graphic designer Kenya Hara explore the direction of Japanese design today. 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