Indonesia Style - Design and Culture By Clifford A. Pearson 1998 The Monacelli Press [Out of Print] All color, 247 pages ◆◆Contents◆◆ Indonesia, the largest and most populous island nation in Southeast Asia, maintains a balance between custom and change. While glittering skyscrapers rise in the big cities, traditional designs and lifestyles remain very important. This visual ode to Indonesia's visual and artistic culture is a wonderful source of design inspiration and also a fascinating armchair tour of this multifaceted country. With a wealth of new color photographs of houses and interiors, bazaars and markets, mosques and temples, festivals and celebrations, shadow puppet plays and masked dances, the book allows readers to experience Indonesian daily life. The book is divided into four major island regions: Java, Sumatra, Sulawesi, and Bali. At the heart of each are over 20 houses. Indonesian houses, like those in many other countries, are considered a complete environment. From humble cottages in agricultural areas to royal palaces, the various expressions of residential design introduced in this book embrace both ancient local traditions and contemporary trends incorporating Southeast Asian sensibilities, evoking a sense of personal style. Furniture, fabrics, objects... all are introduced as part of these amazing works. Interviews with the owners and detailed commentary provide a comprehensive introduction to the principles of Indonesian design. ◆◆Specifications◆◆ Foreign book, English Interior, Ethnic, Lifestyle, Furniture Collection of works, Photo book Hardcover 29.7 x 24 cm 247 pages ◆◆Condition◆◆ The cover has slight scuffs and yellowing due to age. There are a few spots of stains on the edges of the book, so please check the images.