A fascinating new book chronicles unorthodox Japanese ... at one end of the house while Tange’s study was at the other. There were shoji sliding panels between some of the interior spaces ...

Literally translated “kominka” means old traditional Japanese house, but think massive wooden beams, lots of interior space covered in tatami mats ... and generally in the middle of nowhere.

The company Haiku Houses designed the post-and-beam structure reminiscent of a 16th century Japanese country house.

‘Much of our design leans toward the ryokan, a traditional Japanese inn ... clad kitchen island – elevate the interior, while clever storage and styling support an uncluttered feel; at the same time ...