Traditional Japanese garden practices create a sense of calm and space that lends itself to modern houses. Each space is unique and requires an individual design and interpretation of how the space can be used and appreciated by the owner or viewer.

When Indonesia proclaimed its independence in 1945, the inhabitants of this vast archipelago characterized by a profusion of religions, languages, and cultures had little in common with each other beyond a desire to throw off the yoke of colonial rule. Professor Strassler will discuss how popular photographic practices enabled a diverse collection of people in Indonesia to begin to see themselves as modern Indonesians.