This week I thought I’d take it easy here on the blog and simply share some images from a few places that I’ve visited here in Japan that have been consistent sources of inspiration. Hope you enjoy and see you next week.
-Jon
Ishi-oki-ita-buki, traditional roof made simply by placing rocks on layers of wooden boards and shingles, Japan Open-air Folk House MuseumRooflines, Japan Open-air Folk House MuseumEarthen plaster wall and bamboo fenceWoven beams in roof structure of old farm house, Japan Open-air Folk House MuseumIshi-ba-tate, traditional post on stone construction, Japan Open-air Folk House MuseumSugi bark siding, Japan Open-air Folk House MuseumAnother series of woven beams in the roof structure of an old farmhouse, Japan Open-air Folk House MuseumKayabuki, Traditional thatched roof and widow, Japan Open-air Folk House MuseumCarving and kumiko screen detail, Tofukuji, KyotoGrass squares, Tofukuji, KyotoRound window and shoji overlooking garden near Tofukuji, KyotoShoji screen with leaf inlay, near Tofukuji, Kyoto
I always enjoy your posts. These ones are a good reminder that both symmetrical and asymmetrical designs – not to mention the occasional knot – are all beautiful.
Thanks Dave, and I totally agree. There really is a lot of variety in Japanese design. What I find most interesting is when a contrived design ends up with a very natural appearance. That takes a lot of skill and experience I think.
Very interesting and inspirational indeed. Thank you for sharing these beautiful photos.
Thank you, glad you enjoyed this post!
I always enjoy your posts. These ones are a good reminder that both symmetrical and asymmetrical designs – not to mention the occasional knot – are all beautiful.
Thanks Dave, and I totally agree. There really is a lot of variety in Japanese design. What I find most interesting is when a contrived design ends up with a very natural appearance. That takes a lot of skill and experience I think.