Thick thatched roofs and rough mud plaster walls. Intricate carved
wood transoms and precisely woven tatami mats—each element of
traditional Japanese architecture tells a story. These stories
encompass the particular historic development construction,
function, and symbolism inherent in each architectural element,
large and small. From roofs, walls, and floors to door pulls and
kettle hangers, this book situates the stories firmly within the natural
environment and the traditional culture of Japan.
This book provides a comprehensive perspective of traditional
Japanese architecture, relating the historical development and
context of the buildings and gardens of Japan while examining the
stories of the individual architectural elements