The book contains richly illustrated reports from visits to Japanese landscapes, architecture, and cultural heritage, highlighting the influence of Japanese traditions on the studio's contemporary projects, such as the restaurant Äng in Sweden or Heatherhill Beach House in Denmark.
By juxtaposing images from Japan with Norm Architects' work, the book emphasises the centuries-old connections between the different design cultures, emphasising mutual respect and shared philosophies. Comments from expert contributors in both regions provide an in-depth understanding of key design principles. Stillness is at once a tribute to Japan, a personal travelogue, and an aesthetic manifesto. It takes readers on Norm's decade-long journey as they have sought to understand one of the world's most respected creative cultures. The book is hardbound.