The Constructed Other argues that the assumed otherness of Japanese architecture has made it both a testbed for Western architectural theories and a source of inspiration for Western designers. The book traces three recurring themes in Western accounts of Japanese architecture from the reopening of Japan in the mid-nineteenth century to the present day: a wish to see Western architectural theories reflected in Japanese buildings; efforts to integrate elements of Japanese architecture into Western buildings; and a desire to connect contemporary Japanese architecture with Japanese tradition. It is suggested that, together, these narratives have had the effect of creating what amounts to a mythical version of Japanese architecture, often at odds with historical fact, but which has exercised a powerful influence on the development of building design internationally.
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- Authors:
- Nute, Kevin
- Year Published:
- 2021
- Country of Publication:
- United Kingdom
- Format:
- Paperback
- ISBN:
- 9781138390751
- Number of Pages:
- 124
- Publication Date:
- 30/09/2021
- Publisher:
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Illustrations Note:
- 2 Line drawings, color; 15 Line drawings, black and white; 25 Halftones, color; 37 Halftones, black and white; 27 Illustrations, color; 52 Illustrations, black and white
- Place of Publication:
- London
- Language:
- English
- SKU:
- 9781138390751