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"A Guide To The Gardens Of Kyoto" from: AUD$38.49
Kodansha International
A Guide To The Gardens Of Kyoto Description: Hailed as the standard guidebook to Japanese gardens since it was first published in 1980, A Guide to the Garden`s of Kyoto provides all the necessary information to fully appreciate the enormous care that went into making each garden a unique masterpiece. A Guide to the Gardens of Kyoto begins by providing the necessary background to approaching Kyoto gardens, including a historical overview of the Japanese garden from the spatial ancestors of the garden to the modern times. The guide then explains the landscape development of the city of Kyoto, as the background against which its famous gardens are set. The main body of text concentrates on describing fifty-two of the most important Kyoto gardens, grouped according their location within the city. Area maps help delineate these city sections. Basic visitor information and historical details are given, such as the name and address of the temple in which the garden is located; when the garden was created; the hours the garden is open to the public; and whether photography is permitted. But what really makes this book indispensable is the step-by-step commentary from two leading authorities on Japanese garden design. In clear prose, the authors outline the unique qualities of each garden, blending the factual with startling insights, the designer`s intent and tips on what to look for as you stroll. With eight pages of color, one hundred black-and-white photographs, five maps, and eleven line drawings, this completely updated and revised resource can, once again, provide readers with the information needed to bring these gardens to life. The most comprehensive guide to fifty two of the most celebrated gardens in the world.... Read More about the "A Guide To The Gardens Of Kyoto" on the The Nile Book Store Website
"Paradise Transformed" from: AUD$94.49
Monacelli Press
Paradise Transformed Description: The last two decades have seen a great explosion in the diversity, function, and beauty of modern landscape architecture. Private commissions have been the testing ground for the most radical experimentation. This first major survey of contemporary private gardens explores the imaginative ideas behind landscape design today. Almost fifty projects from more than twenty-five landscape architects worldwide are thoroughly documented here.Each of the four sections of the book Exploration, Innovation, Tradition, Abstraction reveals a distinct and original approach to the landscape. Acknowledged masters like Dan Kiley, Ian Hamilton Finlay, and Jacques Wirtz stand next to today`s most influential landscape architects Martha Scwartz, Fernando Caruncho, Vladimir Sitta as well as such young talents as Chip Sullivan and Dean Cardasis. The featured work in this volume is located in the United States, the United Kingdom, Japan, France, Spain, Germany, Belgium, and Australia.Diversity characterizes each designer`s work. The modernist aesthetic, translated from art and architecture especially the strains of cubism, the International Style, postmodernism, minimalism, and Earth Art gives form to a great number of the landscapes presented. Many designs have been equally influenced by the legacy of Luis Barragan, Isamu Noguchi, and Roberto Burle Marx. A consideration of the physical and social contexts is also evident in the designers` concern for the environment. The remarkable blend of projects in this volume captures contemporary landscape architecture at the moment when it signals what is to come in the twenty-first century.... Read More about the "Paradise Transformed" on the The Nile Book Store Website
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"Planting Schemes From Sissinghurst" from: AUD$31.49
Frances Lincoln Ltd
Planting Schemes From Sissinghurst Description: Contains planting schemes, inspired by Sissinghurst, to try out in your own garden Forms part of a new series, focusing on great gardens from around the world Gardening expert Tony Lord unravels the elements behind the much loved garden at Sissinghurst created by Vita Sackville-West and Harold Nicolson. From the exuberant intimacy of the Cottage Garden, through the romance of the Rose Garden and the brilliance of the spring bulbs in the Lime Walk to the unsurpassed elegance of the White Garden, all are captured in magical photographs and captions giving detailed information about the planting plans and the gardening techniques that make Sissinghurst one of the most romantic gardens in the world.... Read More about the "Planting Schemes From Sissinghurst" on the The Nile Book Store Website
"Roman Gardens" from: AUD$136.99
Monacelli Press
Roman Gardens Description: Includes bibliographical references (v. 1, p. 33-35).... Read More about the "Roman Gardens" on the The Nile Book Store Website
"Scandinavian Garden" from: AUD$74.99
Frances Lincoln Ltd
Scandinavian Garden Description: This work focuses on the best gardens in the Scandinavian region, both those produced by amateur gardeners and the gardens designed by world-famous landscape architects such as Carl Theodor Sorensen and Andreas Bruun. They include elegant town gardens and country, woodland and coastal gardens.... Read More about the "Scandinavian Garden" on the The Nile Book Store Website
"Secret Teachings In The Art Of Japanese Gardens" from: AUD$44.49
Kodansha International
Secret Teachings In The Art Of Japanese Gardens Description: This work presents an approach to practical, hands-on gardening and is also a study of Japanese aesthetic.... Read More about the "Secret Teachings In The Art Of Japanese Gardens" on the The Nile Book Store Website
"The Garden Book" from: AUD$15.49
Phaidon Press Limited
The Garden Book Description: Is a showcase of photography that features various global garden design. Originally published in 2001 in a larger, hardcover format, this mini-sized guide is perfect gift for any garden or design enthusiast.... Read More about the "The Garden Book" on the The Nile Book Store Website
"The Gardens Of Gertrude Jekyll" from: AUD$84.99
Frances Lincoln Ltd
The Gardens Of Gertrude Jekyll Description: Gertrude Jekyll is one of the most influential 20th-century garden designers. This book shows the best of her garden designs and planting plans. The author also wrote The Flower Garden and The National Trust Book of the English Garden.... Read More about the "The Gardens Of Gertrude Jekyll" on the The Nile Book Store Website
"The Gardens Of Japan" from: AUD$88.49
Kodansha International
The Gardens Of Japan Description: Presenting a discussion of the Japanese garden, this book examines its origins and history; the different types that evolved over time; the development of the modern garden; and the materials that go into their creation. It also looks at the author`s favourite gardens, both modern and ancient.... Read More about the "The Gardens Of Japan" on the The Nile Book Store Website
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