Author: Katsuhiko Mizuno
Publisher: Kodansha International
ISBN: 9784770028747
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 140
Book Description
This highly illustrated colour guide to the courtyard gardens of Japan comprises 100 colour photographs, each accompanied by an explanatory caption detailing the location and outstanding characteristics of each garden. An appendix offers practical information on re-creating the Japanese garden. Enjoy it for its sheer beauty or use it for inspiration while creating your own small landscape garden. Japanese gardening is the art of arranging plants, rocks, lanterns, and basins in an open or, as here, an enclosed space. According to the aesthetic principles long
Courtyard Gardens
Author: Toby Musgrave
Publisher: Hearst Books
ISBN: 9781588164568
Category : Courtyard gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
Horticulturist, garden designer, and much-praised author Toby Musgrave (Empire of Plants), in concert with Country Living Gardener, offers an inspirational and practical look at a most picturesque garden style. "Takes readers on a worldwide tour...[includes] plants well-suited to limited spaces and special techniques designers use to make small areas appear larger."--Gardener A courtyard garden makes the perfect personal haven, and now anyone can create a dream refuge with these beautiful design ideas, detailed blueprints, suggestions for glorious plantings, and inspirational color photos. Every eye-opening page showcases a different atmospheric example of outdoor living, from an Italian Renaissance garden complete with grotto, to a Japanese courtyard filled with dramatically shaped rocks, graceful trees, and a simple but lovely gate. A Latin Patio features extravagantly bright colors and striking plants; form follows function in the Modernist style; and a Tropical Paradise, with its luxuriant foliage and cascading water, reinvigorates the mind and spirit. Whether you're starting fresh or transforming an existing garden, you'll find a wealth of alluring possibilities.
Publisher: Hearst Books
ISBN: 9781588164568
Category : Courtyard gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
Horticulturist, garden designer, and much-praised author Toby Musgrave (Empire of Plants), in concert with Country Living Gardener, offers an inspirational and practical look at a most picturesque garden style. "Takes readers on a worldwide tour...[includes] plants well-suited to limited spaces and special techniques designers use to make small areas appear larger."--Gardener A courtyard garden makes the perfect personal haven, and now anyone can create a dream refuge with these beautiful design ideas, detailed blueprints, suggestions for glorious plantings, and inspirational color photos. Every eye-opening page showcases a different atmospheric example of outdoor living, from an Italian Renaissance garden complete with grotto, to a Japanese courtyard filled with dramatically shaped rocks, graceful trees, and a simple but lovely gate. A Latin Patio features extravagantly bright colors and striking plants; form follows function in the Modernist style; and a Tropical Paradise, with its luxuriant foliage and cascading water, reinvigorates the mind and spirit. Whether you're starting fresh or transforming an existing garden, you'll find a wealth of alluring possibilities.
Landscapes for Small Spaces
Author: Katsuhiko Mizuno
Publisher: Kodansha International
ISBN: 9784770028747
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 140
Book Description
This highly illustrated colour guide to the courtyard gardens of Japan comprises 100 colour photographs, each accompanied by an explanatory caption detailing the location and outstanding characteristics of each garden. An appendix offers practical information on re-creating the Japanese garden. Enjoy it for its sheer beauty or use it for inspiration while creating your own small landscape garden. Japanese gardening is the art of arranging plants, rocks, lanterns, and basins in an open or, as here, an enclosed space. According to the aesthetic principles long
Publisher: Kodansha International
ISBN: 9784770028747
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 140
Book Description
This highly illustrated colour guide to the courtyard gardens of Japan comprises 100 colour photographs, each accompanied by an explanatory caption detailing the location and outstanding characteristics of each garden. An appendix offers practical information on re-creating the Japanese garden. Enjoy it for its sheer beauty or use it for inspiration while creating your own small landscape garden. Japanese gardening is the art of arranging plants, rocks, lanterns, and basins in an open or, as here, an enclosed space. According to the aesthetic principles long
Japanese Courtyard Gardens
Author: Haruzo Ohashi
Publisher: Kodansha
ISBN:
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
A catalog of color plates of both traditional and contemporary Japanese courtyard gardens is presented in this volume. Each photograph includes a description at the end of the book; it also includes architectural drawings in the form of blueprints and elevations of various Japanese gardens.
Publisher: Kodansha
ISBN:
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
A catalog of color plates of both traditional and contemporary Japanese courtyard gardens is presented in this volume. Each photograph includes a description at the end of the book; it also includes architectural drawings in the form of blueprints and elevations of various Japanese gardens.
Courtyard Gardens of Kyoto's Merchant Houses
Author: Katsuhiko Mizuno
Publisher: Kodansha Amer Incorporated
ISBN: 9784770030238
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 139
Book Description
Exquisite photos and insightful text reveal the gardens hidden within the traditional town houses of he merchants of Kyoto.
Publisher: Kodansha Amer Incorporated
ISBN: 9784770030238
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 139
Book Description
Exquisite photos and insightful text reveal the gardens hidden within the traditional town houses of he merchants of Kyoto.
Morocco
Author: Achva Benzinberg Stein
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Courtyard gardens
Languages : en
Pages : 232
Book Description
In the North African land of Morocco, every dar-dwelling, religious institution, or commercial building is organized around an interior, walled courtyard that provides privacy from the bustle of urban streets and an outdoor space for social interaction and tranquil meditation. Over the course of centuries, ornamental schemes have evolved to incorporate not only native plant life but also intricate water features and patterned tile work known as zellij, all of central significance to the Moroccan culture and climate. Vitally important for providing shade and catching breezes in an arid landscape, Moroccan gardens are designed and cultivated with vibrant color and aromatic plants. Author Achva Benzinberg Stein explores the three main types of gardens the simple and elegant paved patio form of the ouest ed-dar, the more elaborately planted riyad, and the agdal, an open, cultivated landscape. Striking color photographs, including numerous aerial views, show gardens and courtyards in Marrakech, Fez, and elsewhere."
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Courtyard gardens
Languages : en
Pages : 232
Book Description
In the North African land of Morocco, every dar-dwelling, religious institution, or commercial building is organized around an interior, walled courtyard that provides privacy from the bustle of urban streets and an outdoor space for social interaction and tranquil meditation. Over the course of centuries, ornamental schemes have evolved to incorporate not only native plant life but also intricate water features and patterned tile work known as zellij, all of central significance to the Moroccan culture and climate. Vitally important for providing shade and catching breezes in an arid landscape, Moroccan gardens are designed and cultivated with vibrant color and aromatic plants. Author Achva Benzinberg Stein explores the three main types of gardens the simple and elegant paved patio form of the ouest ed-dar, the more elaborately planted riyad, and the agdal, an open, cultivated landscape. Striking color photographs, including numerous aerial views, show gardens and courtyards in Marrakech, Fez, and elsewhere."
Courtyard & Terrace Gardens
Author: Joan Clifton
Publisher: Lorenz Books
ISBN:
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 168
Book Description
A wealth of ideas for creating atmospheric gardens and stylish, contemporaty ideas for outdoor living and entertaining. More than 300 evocative photographs.
Publisher: Lorenz Books
ISBN:
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 168
Book Description
A wealth of ideas for creating atmospheric gardens and stylish, contemporaty ideas for outdoor living and entertaining. More than 300 evocative photographs.
Creating a Courtyard Garden
Author: Joan Clifton
Publisher: Lorenz Books
ISBN: 9781903141045
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Whether you have a courtyard garden, a small terrace or a tiny patio, this book offers a host of inspirational designs. Joan Clifton celebrates the enclosed garden space, providing ideas for transforming the smallest courtyard into a peaceful haven.
Publisher: Lorenz Books
ISBN: 9781903141045
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Whether you have a courtyard garden, a small terrace or a tiny patio, this book offers a host of inspirational designs. Joan Clifton celebrates the enclosed garden space, providing ideas for transforming the smallest courtyard into a peaceful haven.
The Complete Practical Guide to Patio,Terrace, Backyard and Courtyard Gardening
Author: Joan Clifton
Publisher: Lorenz Books
ISBN: 9780754818878
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Over 800 colour images, including garden plans and diagrams, step-by-step techniques, and inspirational pictures of terraces, patios and courtyard gardens from around the world.
Publisher: Lorenz Books
ISBN: 9780754818878
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Over 800 colour images, including garden plans and diagrams, step-by-step techniques, and inspirational pictures of terraces, patios and courtyard gardens from around the world.
The Less Is More Garden
Author: Susan Morrison
Publisher: Timber Press
ISBN: 160469839X
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
“Big ideas for your small garden.” —Garden Design When it comes to gardens, bigger isn’t always better, and The Less Is More Garden shows you how to take advantage of every square foot of space. Designer Susan Morrison offers savvy tips to match your landscape to your lifestyle, draws on years of experience to recommend smart plants with seasonal interest, and suggests hardscape materials to personalize your space. Inspiring photographs highlight a variety of inspiring small-space designs from around the country. With The Less Is More Garden, you’ll see how limited space can mean unlimited opportunities for gorgeous garden design.
Publisher: Timber Press
ISBN: 160469839X
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
“Big ideas for your small garden.” —Garden Design When it comes to gardens, bigger isn’t always better, and The Less Is More Garden shows you how to take advantage of every square foot of space. Designer Susan Morrison offers savvy tips to match your landscape to your lifestyle, draws on years of experience to recommend smart plants with seasonal interest, and suggests hardscape materials to personalize your space. Inspiring photographs highlight a variety of inspiring small-space designs from around the country. With The Less Is More Garden, you’ll see how limited space can mean unlimited opportunities for gorgeous garden design.
Courtyards
Author: John Reynolds
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 9780471398844
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
"Courtyards presents a survey of courtyards, contemporary design guidelines, and a diverse selection of examples. Readers will acquire a basic understanding of the balance that must exist between garden and building, including practical advice for planting."--BOOK JACKET.
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 9780471398844
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
"Courtyards presents a survey of courtyards, contemporary design guidelines, and a diverse selection of examples. Readers will acquire a basic understanding of the balance that must exist between garden and building, including practical advice for planting."--BOOK JACKET.