Teiji Itoh
Sukiya-zukuri (数寄屋造り) is one type of Japanese residential architectural style. Suki (ateji: 数寄 or 数奇) means refined, well cultivated taste and delight in elegant pursuits, and refers to enjoyment of the exquisitely performed tea ceremony. The word originally meant a small structure for the Japanese tea ceremony (known as a chashitsu) and was associated with ikebana and other Japanese traditional arts. It has come to indicate a style of designing public facilities and private homes based on tea house aesthetics. Historically and by tradition, sukiya-zukuri is characterised by a use of natural materials, especially wood. In contemporary architecture, its formal and spatial concepts are kept alive in modern materials such as steel, glass and concrete.
Books
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1. The Gardens Of Japan
"The Gardens of Japan" explores the art and aesthetics of Japanese gardens, tracing their development from ancient times to the modern era. The book delves into various garden styles, from the serene rock gardens of Zen Buddhism to the ornate tea gardens and expansive stroll gardens. Richly illustrated and detailed, it examines the philosophical and cultural underpinnings that have shaped garden design in Japan, highlighting the intricate interplay of nature, spirituality, and art. The author provides insights into the symbolic elements of these gardens, their use of space and natural materials, and the meticulous care that goes into their creation and maintenance, offering readers a deep appreciation of this enduring art form.
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