A new edition of the definitive monograph on Japanese designer Shiro Kuramata featuring a new
introduction from author Deyan Sudjic This highly acclaimed first ever monograph on the
highly influential Japanese designer Shiro Kuramata (1934– 1991) is a two-volume title
presenting all his compelling and idiosyncratic work in a stunning specially designed acrylic
slipcase. Designers and design enthusiasts who love Kuramata will be astonished by the
breadth and depth of Kuramata’ s remarkable body of work from the iconic Miss Blanche
chair made from artificial flowers and resin to his idiocyncratic umbrella stand that
incorporates a walking stick into its design and the armchair How High the Moon which is made
from metal mesh many of which are still in production today.
