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Shoji: How to Design, Build, and Install Japanese Screens

Author Jay van Arsdale,
Publisher Kodansha USA
Category Design
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PublisherKodansha USA
ISBN / ASIN0870118641
ISBN-139780870118647
Sales Rank631,745
CategoryDesign
MarketplaceUnited States 🇺🇸

Description

Japanese-style shoji screens are translucent, wooden-lattice panels that subtly transform light and space and add an elegant touch to any decor. This book contains all the information you need to design and make shoji for your own home or apartment.

Features
* Notes on aesthetics and design fundamentals
* Complete how-to guide covering basic construction methods, screen materials, and wood selection
* Home projects, including window inserts, sliding and hanging screens, glass panel shoji, double- and single-sided shoji, skylight shoji, decorative wall boxes, and floor and table lanterns
* Introduction to Japanese hand tools and planing and joinery techniques
* Sample lattice patterns, photographs, and line drawings for design and remodeling ideas
* List of suppliers

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