Inspirations
Explore the elevated life in the mountains. This content debuted in 2015 with Alpine Modern’s printed quarterly magazine project.
Zen and the Art of Knife-Making
Using skills derived from the ancient craft of samurai sword-making, a blacksmith in the Japan Alps makes knives so delicate and dangerous they turn chopping into an artful act of passion.
The Beauty of Use
Hidden in the Japan Alps, a Czech-born artist makes woodstoves that match the simplicity ofJapanese interiors.
The Skyward House
Japanese architect Kazuhiko Kishimoto designs a human-scale house for a retired teacher