New Book 'Iro' Chronicles Colour Through Iconic Japanese Designs

A new book from Phaidon titled Iro: The Essence of Colour in Japanese Design celebrates iconic pieces of design from the country through the lens of its traditional colour spectrum. Iro, which translates to colour in Japanese, has played an integral role in the country's society and culture. Across the book's 288 pages, a selection of 200 colours have been curated by author Rossella Menegazzo - with each shade illustrated by a specific corresponding design. Those selected, ranging from Nendo's i...