Designer Yang Lu shares the book Education of Desire in the sharing session – Library. The aesthetics of Japanese contemporary design has a significant influence on people’s daily lives. Kenya Hara translated traditional life elements into Japanese aesthetic design and goods, and received considerable value both in business and in experience. The book explores the aesthetics of emptiness. As architects, we think about the simple logic that shapes our design and projects.
During the discussion round, architect Bian Baoyang mentioned that the book inspired the team greatly when PLAT ASIA designed the Xiangshawan Desert Lotus Hotel, which is why its simple triangular form became a strong presence in the desert.