Future Development of Japanese Dwelling Houses

"Future Development of Japanese Dwelling Houses" by Shigetsura Shiga is an architectural master's thesis from the early 1900s that investigates how Japanese homes might evolve. The thesis thinks about how culture, society, and beauty affect house design and then compares Japanese styles with architecture from the West. Shiga imagines a future where homes blend Japanese tradition with modern improvements. He points out that Japan is changing quickly and needs new, modern house designs. Comfort, privacy, and beauty are important, but he also says homes should be built using science and economic sense. Shiga looks at what makes Japanese houses unique, like how they offer privacy and how they're built, and suggests opening them up more for modern life. He believes architecture helps shape how people act and how they see their country, encouraging everyone to welcome new ideas while still honoring Japanese culture.