The universal value systems of Buddhism and Zen and the princples these involve, such as the affinity with nature and life energy, have left a deep impression on Western lifestyle and have had an important influence on contemporary trends in design and architecture. This volume attempts, with its selection of particuarly interesting and concise examples, to present the inexhaustible variety of Asian living and lifestyles. Text in English, French, German. Illus., color photography; b&w plans.