{"title":"Takashi Sugimoto","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the curated collection of works by the renowned Japanese designer, Takashi Sugimoto. A visionary in the world of \u003cem\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/em\u003e, Sugimoto's contributions have left an indelible mark on modern design aesthetics. Best known for his book \u003cem\u003eSuper Potato Design\u003c\/em\u003e, Sugimoto effortlessly blends traditional Japanese craftsmanship with contemporary design principles, inspiring both professionals and enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn his celebrated works, Takashi Sugimoto delves deep into the philosophy of design, emphasising the harmonious balance between form and function. His approach encapsulates a unique perspective, marrying minimalism with intricate detail, a hallmark of his stylistic signature. These books are not only enlightening for those pursuing a career in design but also serve as a source of inspiration for anyone appreciative of aesthetic beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Takashi Sugimoto's exceptional contributions to the field of design, each page offering insights into his creative process and the cultural influences that shape his work. This collection stands as a testament to his pioneering spirit and continues to inspire designers around the globe.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"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. A list of Super Potato's complete works rounds off this fascinating book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'We do not live only with clear-cut forms; rather, we exist in a world of forms that are often indistinct and vague.' \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e Takashi Sugimoto, architect and James Beard Award-winning author\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854006079724,"sku":"9784805317631","price":69.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9784805317631.jpg?v=1759231076"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/takashi-sugimoto.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}