12.02.2008
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Can the Japanese have a greater respect for the old and the new because they have an older history? I admire Japanese designers for their cutting edge creations but respect them deeply for their acknowledgment of tradition, simplicity and the imperfection of aged and worn goods that offer soul and character to their designs. As [...]
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12.02.2008
Design Tips
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In Japan, design is often the antithesis of Western design in its core elements. Interiors in Japan exude intention, clarity and the lines are clean and un-muddled. The essence of Japanese design has simplicity yet it is deep and contemplative with out being distracting. Some of what contributes to this “pureness” is what is called [...]
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