Shoji: How to Design, Build, and Install Japanese Screens

by Jay van Arsdale

Japanese-style shoji screens are translucent, wooden-lattice panels that subtly transform light and space and add an elegant touch to any decor. This book contains all the information you need to design and make shoji for your own home or apartment.

Features
* Notes on aesthetics and design fundamentals
* Complete how-to guide covering basic construction methods, screen materials, and wood selection
* Home projects, including window inserts, sliding and hanging screens, glass panel shoji, double- and single-sided shoji, skylight shoji, decorative wall boxes, and floor and table lanterns
* Introduction to Japanese hand tools and planing and joinery techniques
* Sample lattice patterns, photographs, and line drawings for design and remodeling ideas
* List of suppliers

Genres: Woodwork, Design, Architecture, Reference, Japan, Nonfiction

96 pages, Paperback

First published October 15, 1988

Reviews

[James · Rating 3 out of 5]

If I remember correctly, there's a lantern and a few other examples of screens adapted for Western rooms in addition to traditional pieces.

[Rich · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent resource for the first time shoji builder. Toshio Odate's book is a bit more comprehensive and more detailed but also covers the craft in a bit more detail. Arsdale does an excellent job or covering installations and variations on the shoji designs and is a worthy addition to your bookshelf.

[David Hallard · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jay van Arsdale's path to peace.