The Coastal Garden - Phaidon Editors - książka
Producent: Phaidon Press
Explore some of the globe's most captivating coastal landscapes in this stunning compilation of seaside gardens. Designing gardens that seamlessly blend with their surroundings has become a crucial component of contemporary garden artistry. This concept is vividly illustrated in gardens positioned along our coastlines, be it on the rocky cliffs of the Mediterranean, within a protected cove on Britain's southern shores, or bordering a sandy beach in Australia. These coastal gardens, deeply connected to their environments and offering breathtaking water vistas, evoke a sense of peace, beauty, and a profound bond with nature."The Coastal Garden" invites readers to discover 48 remarkable private gardens situated on some of the world's most famed coastlines. These lush locations showcase a wide array of terrains, climates, and gardening styles, ranging from Bernard Trainor’s creation for a surfing family in sunny California to Ulf Nordfjell’s expansive garden on Sweden’s southern coast. The book delves into four distinct contexts for coastal gardening: perched on rugged cliffs, planting for endurance, framing oceanic panoramas, and gardens on the beachfront. Each thematic chapter begins with an engaging introduction by writer and editor Sorrel Everton, followed by vivid, large-scale color photographs and concise descriptions penned by Everton. Image captions further enrich the presentation by detailing plant selections and unique design elements.Complementing these detailed garden profiles is an introduction by renowned plantsman and designer Nigel Dunnett, who provides valuable insights into the unique challenges and unparalleled advantages of coastal gardens. A comprehensive garden directory at the end, organized by geography, offers a convenient reference guide. Lavishly produced and teeming with ideas, "The Coastal Garden" is sure to captivate both amateur gardeners and seasoned designers, as well as those who appreciate these extraordinary green spaces next to the sea. Among the featured garden designers are Paul Bangay, Louis Benech, Isabel Duprat, Jennifer Gay, Daniel Hinkley, Phillip Johnson, Raymond Jungles, Ron Lutsko, Jean Mus, Watson + Pellacini, Rees Roberts + Partners, and STIMSON. The book also highlights the work of garden photographers such as Heidi Bertish, Richard Bloom, Jason Ingram, Marianne Majerus, Clive Nichols, and Claire Takacs.
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