BRUTUS English Version – Living Space Studies in Japan

Product Description

Step inside distinctive homes and discover the personal stories, design philosophies, and everyday rituals that shape the way people live in BRUTUS English Version: Living Space Studies in Japan.

This English-language edition explores a diverse range of living spaces, from thoughtfully renovated traditional Japanese houses and quiet retreats in the countryside to creative homes filled with art, books, furniture, and handcrafted objects. Through interviews and home features, readers gain insight into how architects, designers, artists, editors, and other creative individuals shape their surroundings to reflect their lifestyles and values.

The book is organized into three chapters:

• Chapter 1 – Creating a Place Like No Other: Explore distinctive homes shaped by personal collections, changing lifestyles, natural surroundings, and creative pursuits. Featured residents include designer Takayuki Fujii, creative director Takashi Kumagai, and other artists and professionals.

• Chapter 2 – Taking Over a Home: Discover modernist houses, nature-inspired cabins, and thoughtfully preserved or inherited homes, each with its own architectural story.

• Chapter 3 – Life in Scandinavia and the UK: Visit homes that bring together Danish and Japanese aesthetics, Scandinavian design, and distinctive architectural ideas, including the home of architectural critic Charles Jencks.

Combining architecture, interior design, and personal narratives, this volume offers inspiration for anyone interested in Japanese living spaces, thoughtful home design, and the relationship between people and their environments.

Product Details

• Title: BRUTUS English Version – Living Space Studies in Japan

• Series: MAGAZINE HOUSE MOOK

• Language: English

• Pages: 118

• ISBN-10: 4838758219

• ISBN-13: 978-4838758210

• Weight: Approx. 408 g

• Dimensions: 21.08 × 1.02 × 28.19 cm