Publisher/マガジンハウス

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Casa BRUTUS Special Edition: Sori Yanagi A Designer offers a comprehensive look at the creative world of Japanese industrial designer Sori Yanagi (1915–2011). Yanagi inherited the spirit of folk art and created numerous designs that combined functionality and beauty, from kitchenware and furniture to urban public facilities. This new edition of a special mook edited by Magazine House features a wealth of photographs showcasing his signature works, including the Butterfly Stool, stainless steel cutlery, and Elephant Stool. It also provides a detailed look at the production process at the Yanagi Industrial Design Research Group and his dedication to handcrafting. It also includes essays by contemporary designers such as Naoto Fukasawa and anecdotes illustrating Yanagi's involvement with the folk art movement, examining Yanagi's philosophy of "anonymous design" and its universal value from multiple angles. This book explores the beauty inherent in the shapes of tools and his perspective on everyday life, making it a visual and engaging read.