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The document discusses the preference for shadows, darkness, and muted colors in Japanese culture, highlighting the beauty found in darkness, the use of shadows in architecture, art, and aesthetics.
Junichiro Tanizaki’s 1933 essay explores the contrast between the shadowy elegance of traditional Japanese interiors and the stark brightness of Western design. “Westerners attempt to expose every speck of grime and eradicate it, while we Orientals carefully preserve and even idealize it… Living in these old houses among these old objects is in some mysterious way a source of peace and repose.”
An exploration of cultural power dynamics, the decline of traditional gatekeepers, and the impact of technology on our interconnected world and individual agency.
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A collection of unconventional teaching methods and exercises for educators and students, promoting collaborative learning, self-discovery, and the exploration of art, while challenging traditional educational norms.
An interview with John Seely Brown on the concept of calm technology, its origins, and its application in designing user interfaces for a more seamless and calming experience.
An exploration of aesthetic judgments and interpretations of generative AI, drawing parallels to the evaluation of art and questioning the notion of authenticity in AI-generated media.