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THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF MODERN ART, TOKYO, 2006
Publisher: The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo
Year: 2006
Binding: Softcover
Language: Japanese
Innovations in Living Design is an exhibition catalogue dedicated to Riki Watanabe, a pioneering figure in postwar Japanese industrial and interior design. The publication examines Watanabe’s contributions to modern living environments, focusing on his innovative approaches to furniture, domestic objects, and spatial design.
Through photographs, drawings, and project documentation, the catalogue highlights Watanabe’s commitment to functional clarity, human-centered design, and the integration of modern materials with everyday life. Presented by The National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo, the volume situates Watanabe’s work within the broader evolution of Japanese modern design, emphasizing its lasting cultural and social impact.