Chapter
3
Great three-dimensional designs in Japanese architecture
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Traditionally in Japanese architecture we have pursued the aesthetic as a structure.
Now we can see great three-dimensional designs on some joints in pillar or beam
and
eaves structure.But these beautiful designs havenft been used for interior decoration.
It was designed for only some parts needed as a structure. That was so rational
way of
developing design.
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Even on this example Shoso-in, interior wall was plain and smooth.