Almost, Not: The Architecture of Atelier Nishikata Van Duzer Leslie
Almost, Not: The Architecture of Atelier Nishikata Van Duzer Leslie Almost, Not: The Architecture of Atelier Nishikata is the story of a remarkable architecture practice in Tokyo. But the…
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Almost, Not: The Architecture of Atelier Nishikata Van Duzer Leslie
Almost, Not: The Architecture of Atelier Nishikata is the story of a remarkable architecture practice in Tokyo. But the extraordinary, almost-ordinary quality of their work warrants the spotlight. Partners Reiko Nishio and Hirohito Ono have built just four residential works, until now remaining little-known outside of Japan.
This book is a hybrid between an architectural monograph and a magic instruction book. It has much to teach students of architecture and experienced architects alike. Author Leslie Van Duzer, a former magician's assistant and author of four monographs on 20th-century architecture, draws parallels between the effects and methods of architects and magicians.
The introductory essay, "Almost, Not," presents an overview of Atelier Nishikata's approach, describing the effects engendered by their architecture and the methods behind the them. The essay is followed by four
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