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Japan - Tatami Rooms - Traditional interior design
Traditional Japanese-style rooms (washitsu) come with a unique interior design that includes tatami mats as flooring. An example from an Onsen (Hot Springs) Hotel. This style dates back to the Muromachi Period when they originally served as study rooms for the wealthy before gradually becoming more commonplace as reception and living quarters. Date: circa 1920s
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Step into the tranquil world of traditional Japanese interior design, as depicted in this photograph from the 1920s. This image showcases a Tatami Room, a quintessential element of Japanese culture that has stood the test of time. Tatami Rooms, also known as Washitsu, are characterized by their flooring made of woven straw mats called Tatami. These rooms date back to the Muromachi Period, initially serving as study spaces for the affluent. Over time, they evolved into reception and living quarters, embodying a distinctive and unique aesthetic. In this photograph, we see an exquisite example of a Tatami Room, as it might have appeared in an Onsen (Hot Springs) Hotel during the 1920s. The room is adorned with sliding doors made of wood and paper, known as Shoji screens. These doors are often decorated with intricate patterns, adding to the room's visual appeal. The floor-level cabinets, or Kotatsu, are designed to be used as low tables, perfect for traditional floor seating. The room also features a variety of textiles, including blinds and hangings, which add warmth and texture to the space. The minimalist design of the Tatami Room reflects the Japanese philosophy of Wabi-Sabi, which emphasizes simplicity, imperfection, and the beauty of natural materials. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us to a time when the world moved at a slower pace, and the pursuit of beauty and tranquility was a cherished part of daily life.
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