The New Oriental Style

Descripción

"Brilliantly illustrated by Michael Freeman's photography and commentary, this stunning volume is the first thorough-going compendium of the design revolution currently under way in the Orient. It demonstrates how imaginative architects and designers are re-interpreting time-honoured styles in new and exciting forms, using diverse imagery - from the breathtaking city-scapes of Beijing and Shanghai to the intricacy of design motifs - to convey the flavour of 21st century Asia. The book includes work by a raft of innovative young Asian designers and architects, including Zhang Xin and her award-winning Commune by the Great Wall. Westerners will have much to learn from oriental conceptual approaches to space, so clearly explained in this book, which forms a unique source of information and inspiration for all those concerned with the art of stylish modern living." - back cover.