Das japanische Haus und sein Leben

'Houses and People in Japan' is a major work among Bruno Taut's numerous writings, written and published by the architect during the years of emigration fleeing the Nazis in Japan. The German-language edition follows the original manuscript, which was preserved in the archives of the Japanese publisher. Initially, two editions were published in Japan in English, first in 1937. To this day, the book is considered a standard work in Japan for understanding the country's architectural history. What distinguishes Bruno Taut's architecture recurs in his consideration of Japan's historical architecture; qualities such as simplicity, modesty, and respect for true tradition distinguish both. The reader of the book is offered the opportunity for a deeper understanding of Japanese architecture designed from its historical and social conditions. The layout of the German edition also follows exactly the specifications of Bruno Taut, who designed the book himself down to the last detail.