The architecture of nature. Japanese architecture pays homage and deep found respect to the natural elements like earth, water, plants, and sun. This architectural fashion is a very modest and…
Japan, an island nation located along the Pacific coast in East Asia, has a population of nearly 126 million people. Due to its geographical position, Japan is situated where several…
Introduction The cross-pollination of thoughts and influences in the modern, globalised world has significantly influenced many areas, including design and architecture. Japanese architecture has profoundly influenced Western design thanks to…
Tadao Anda of Osaka, Japan, is a self-made architect eliciting poetic and surreal architecture with concrete, light, and glass that synthesises modern ideologies with Japanese tradition while—in essence—yearning to affiliate…
Have you ever wondered why Japanese gardens place so much importance on natural stone, gravel, sand or designer water features? Or perhaps the emphasis on urban horticulture in mega cities…
Suzuki’s writing style is clear, concise, and focused on conveying his research’s key ideas and findings. The article is structured logically, with a clear introduction that sets the context for…
Japanese architecture is primarily a result of the ideologies and way of life of their ancestors. According to the Japanese philosopher Daisetz Teitaro Suzuki, the distinction between subject and object…
From ancient civilizations to modern-day cities, the way people live and their cultural values have been reflected in the structures that they build. These cultural influences are evident in the…
Tatte hanjo nete ichijo,” which means that you only need half a tatami mat to stand and a full mat to sleep. The ideology that holds that we don’t need…
Japan started producing animation films in the year 1917, which was better known as the age of silent movies. They devised many methods of making anime and began with the…
Materials, patterns, and elements used in a region directly result from its climate and culture. These patterns get repeated in that place, creating very strong visual associations. Typical features and…
Japanese architecture is often thought of to be simple and minimal. However, Japanese architecture can be the opposite. Influenced by architectural legends like Le Corbusier, and, in the earlier years,…