Brutalist Japan
A Photographic Tour of Post-War Japanese Architecture
$72.58
- Hardcover
240 pages
- Release Date
24 September 2024
Summary
Featuring striking photography by an expert in the field, this exploration of Japanese Brutalist architecture celebrates the surprising beauty and grace of buildings forged in concrete.
Emerging in the devastating aftermath of World War II, Brutalist architecture in Japan is characterized by its geometric shapes, functionality, and unconventional use of concrete—which is often left unfinished to showcase the material’s inherent textures and imperfections. Japanese Brutalism represente…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9783791393100 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 3791393103 |
| Author: | Paul Tulett |
| Publisher: | Prestel |
| Imprint: | Prestel |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 240 |
| Release Date: | 24 September 2024 |
| Weight: | 567g |
| Dimensions: | 210mm x 260mm |
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Paul Tulett
Paul Tulett has a Master’s degree in Urban Planning and Environment and has been photographing Japan’s architecture since 2018. He features his images on his popular Instagram account: @brutal_zen. His work has been published in a number of publications including The Guardian and Fast Company. He lives in Okinawa, Japan.
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