{"product_id":"korea-style-hardcover","title":"Korea Style - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eMarcia Iwatate\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eKim Unsoo\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eClark E. Llewellyn\u003c\/b\u003e (Introduction by)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSimplicity, tradition and a deep respect for all things natural--these are the essential elements of Korean design underpinning the nation's fast-growing creative scene.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eInfluences from China, Japan and the West have filtered into Korea, but the peninsula has always maintained its own identity. Spatial, spiritual and material qualities are reflected in the simple beauty of its architecture, while classic objects with a Korean aesthetic are used with panache in interior decor. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis is the first book to document Korea's architecture and design scene. Authors Marcia Iwatate and Kim Unsoo present 24 exceptional homes, studios and heritage projects. Ranging from vernacular to cutting-edge contemporary, these showcase the nation's constant drive to invent and create.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMarcia Iwatate\u003c\/b\u003e is one of the stars of the Japanese design and food industry. She has been involved in art direction and fashion advertising in Tokyo and New York, and has designed numerous restaurants in Tokyo and Seoul. She is currently principal partner of Marei Ltd and commutes between Seoul and Tokyo. Iwatate is the author of \u003ci\u003eJapan Houses\u003c\/i\u003e and co-author of the award-winning \u003ci\u003eShunju.\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eKim Unsoo\u003c\/b\u003e was born in Korea and educated in the United States. She has worked in the contemporary art field in both New York and Seoul. As director of Kukje Gallery in Seoul, she has organized exhibitions of the works of world-renowned artists such as Bill Viola, Anish Kapoor, and Richard Long. She lives in Seoul. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eLee Jongkeun\u003c\/b\u003e is one of Korea's foremost photographers of interiors, food, and products since establishing Apo Associates in 1995. He is active in the field of advertising and contributes regularly to design and lifestyle magazines. He is photo director for \u003ci\u003eMarie Claire\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eMaison Marie Claire\u003c\/i\u003e and publishes catalogues and books through his firm Guru Visual. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eClark E. Llewellyn\u003c\/b\u003e has served as director of the School of Architecture at Montana State University since 1995. He maintains an award-winning practice and is on the National Board of Directors for the American Institute of Architects. He visits Korea regularly and has contributed writings on Korean architecture.\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 224\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.1 x 10.1 x 7.7 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e August 09, 2022\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42727544487999,"sku":"9780804855280","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/8226\/1823\/files\/e64e01fd7aca434a699421d0efcd03e4.webp?v=1765115226","url":"https:\/\/dhlswag.com\/products\/korea-style-hardcover","provider":"BBB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}