WA

. . . explores the beauty, essence, and enduring impact of Japanese design. . . Printed on craft paper and bound in the traditional Japanese style with a stitched spine and folded pages, the book itself is an art masterpiece. - Chopsticks Magazine For those unfamiliar with the Japanese term 'wa', it can be loosely translated to mean 'harmony.' The concept can be seen in many ways in Japanese culture; in this book it's defined through 250 objects - from a 16th century bamboo case to a 1950s Isamu Noguchi table to a modern-day silk robe by Kenzo. What you can be sure of: everything chosen for the book is beautifully designed - right down to the utilitarian Kikkoman soy sauce bottle. - The New York Post Menegazzo and Piotti distill centuries of the wabi-wabi way of life in this elegantly curated photograph album of everyday items. . . While minimalism might not be everyone's cup of green tea, those with the desire to pare down will surely find inspiration. - Publishers Weekly Exquisite. . . as an object itself, as well as a fantastic book that will further the knowledge and understanding of the sublime beauty of Japanese design. - Wendy Goodman, New York magazine . . . a beautiful compendium. . . What a shogun started in the 15th century still has currency today. - The New York Times An intellectually honest and provocative introduction to the culture of Japanese design practices. - Identity magazine