Jeong: The spirit of Korean craft and design

The first book to explore the full scope and beauty of Korean design - from traditional craft to celebrated contemporary creations. Showcasing the creativity, quality and beauty of Korean design, this book presents 175 remarkable objects - from lacquerware, cerarnics and embroidery to furniture and textiles spanning centuries of tradition and innovation. At its heart is jeong - a uniquely Korean concept without a direct English equivalent. Expressed in relationships and artistic practice, jeong is revealed through attention to detail and the profound connection between maker, object end user. Written by London-based graphic designer Hyo Jung Lee, founder of the Korean Craft and Design digital platform, with essays by Teo Yang, Beth McKlllop and 1 Kathryn Hong, the volume also features a selection of specially commissioned photography by Seoul-based fashion photographer Hyunwoo Min. Comprehensive and visually striking, this is an essential introduction to Korean craft, design and cultur