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Just Enough Design

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Just Enough Design: Reflections on the Japanese Philosophy of Hodo-hodo  (ほどほど)

 

Japanese designer Taku Satoh offers a compelling alternative way to engage with our possessions, our history, our environment, and each other. 

The Japanese phrase "hodo-hodo" (ほどほど) originates in ancient times. When contemporary designer Satoh applies it to his work, it means "just enough." Hodo-hodo design deliberately holds back, leaving room for individuals to engage with objects according to their unique sensibilities.

In the midst of a consumerist age, Satoh has built an illustrious design career around this philosophy, creating iconic work in fashion, food, and architecture. His ideas speak not just to professional designers, but to anyone who wishes to move more thoughtfully through the world.

Taku Satoh has over four decades of design experience. His work is renowned in Japan, and he's worked with major brands and museums and won many awards. Here, he shares wisdom drawn from his design expertise and his deep love for his culture.

 

Specifications:

By Taku Satoh
ISBN: 9781797209906

Published: Oct. 2, 2022

Pages: 144, Paperback

Dimensions: 5.1 x 0.6 x 7.05 inches

Weight: 2.31 lbs. 

 

 

 

About the Author:

Taku Satoh has created designs for prominent Japanese brands including Issey Miyake. He has been awarded honors by, among others, the New York Art Directors Club and the emperor of Japan. He resides in Tokyo.

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