Synopses & Reviews
A place in the sun, a tranquil retreat, a private oasis - Courtyard and Terrace Gardens evokes memories of indulgent holidays and lazy days, and this book captures the essence of outdoor living. Recreate these looks in your own back-yard with this beautiful book. Each section of the book explores a different courtyard style; "Smart Sanctuaries" is packed with ideas for using good-quality hard-landscaping and aesthetic sculpture. With further sections devoted to tranquillity and trend-setting design there is a garden style to appeal to everyone. An in-depth case study concludes each section such as "A Zen-Style Garden Retreat."
Many of the gardens in featured in this book have not appeared in gardening books before and are the work of exciting, young garden designers. A beautifully illustrated Plant Directory gives advice on a host of spectacular plants. Courtyard and Terrace Gardens includes six three-dimensional garden plans, such as "A Small Kitchen Garden." The book has been specially photographed by Steven Wooster, Garden Writers Guild Garden Features Photographer of the Year 2000.
Synopsis
A wealth of ideas for creating atmospheric gardens and stylish, contemporaty ideas for outdoor living and entertaining. More than 300 evocative photographs.