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Jeong - The Spirit of Korean Craft and Design

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SKU: HCT-9781838669454
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Description

Explore the history and impact of a Korean design principle with the insightful Jeong by Hyo Jung Lee.

 

Korean design is characterised by its unique blend of tradition and innovation as well as its focus on sustainability and efficiency, and is becoming increasingly recognised for its creativity, quality, and beauty. Jeong presents a substantial overview of the Koreas' fascinating craft and design scene. At the core of the book is the concept of jeong a uniquely Korean emotion that shapes relationships, behaviors, and even artistic expressions. In the context of craft and design, jeong can be seen in the attention to detail, the longevity of materials, and the maker's relationship to both the object and its user.

 

The objects in this book are organised by use highlighting the utilitarian nature of Korean design. The book s specially commissioned images are accompanied by insightful texts by experts in the field exploring the significance of jeong, tracing the history of Korean craft, and placing Korean design in the context of the wider international design scene.

Specifications

Paperback book

224 pages

27cm x 20.5cm

Published by Phaidon on 11th March 2026

Description

Explore the history and impact of a Korean design principle with the insightful Jeong by Hyo Jung Lee.

 

Korean design is characterised by its unique blend of tradition and innovation as well as its focus on sustainability and efficiency, and is becoming increasingly recognised for its creativity, quality, and beauty. Jeong presents a substantial overview of the Koreas' fascinating craft and design scene. At the core of the book is the concept of jeong a uniquely Korean emotion that shapes relationships, behaviors, and even artistic expressions. In the context of craft and design, jeong can be seen in the attention to detail, the longevity of materials, and the maker's relationship to both the object and its user.

 

The objects in this book are organised by use highlighting the utilitarian nature of Korean design. The book s specially commissioned images are accompanied by insightful texts by experts in the field exploring the significance of jeong, tracing the history of Korean craft, and placing Korean design in the context of the wider international design scene.

Specifications

Paperback book

224 pages

27cm x 20.5cm

Published by Phaidon on 11th March 2026

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