This template is inspired by the Japanese aesthetics style shibui which was founded during the Muromachi period (1336-1392). I use the same style for my current personal branding on my personal website, for my martial arts book and my photo blog.
You can learn more about the inspiration and design for this style.
The CSS was written by Stefan Imhoff. I build this primarily for myself, feel free to use it, if you like.