<p>The first major illustrated monograph in many years on the history of gardens, landscape design, and architecture, focusing on both the Western and Eastern traditions and their influences. Ambitious in scope and lavishly illustrated, this book surveys every period in garden design and landscape architecture, from classical antiquity and the medieval cloisters to the latest trends in modern design. Captured here are two millennia of garden history—the most comprehensive garden photo documentary ever undertaken by a single author. From the Roman gardens at Hadrian’s villa to the modern work of landscape architects, historical and contemporary gardens are showcased with special attention to the relationship between gardens and houses. The informative text reveals the evolutions, transformations, influences, and trends that characterize these beautiful landscapes, putting into context their aesthetic appeal. Gardens are unique, reflecting the landscape, flora, and climate of their environments as well as the heritage, history, architectural styles, and influences of society. From the fountain gardens of Persia to the prairie-style gardens currently popular, from the Zen gardens of Buddhist temples to the Impressionist gardens in Giverny, the huge variety of gardens is a testament to our age-old desire to tame and refashion nature. This gorgeously photographed book will captivate travelers and garden admirers alike and inspire gardeners with ideas for design, horticulture, and use.</p>

The Elegant Garden: Architecture and Landscape of the World's Finest Gardens

Arts & Photography

Kräftner, Johann

Photography & Video

Rizzoli Universe Promotional Books

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Gardening & Landscape Design

Rizzoli

Bürgerhäuser: Ensembles, Einzelbauten und Details in Österreich und den angrenzenden Gebieten seiner Nachbarländer (German Edition)

Reference

Foreign Language Study & Reference

Herold

Österreichs Bauernhöfe: Eine Dokumentation der letzten Zeugen einer versinkenden Baukultur (German Edition)

Umschau-Verlag

<p>With the opening of the Liechtenstein Museum in Vienna, and incomparable collection of artworks from six centuries returns to its original home. Masterful paintings, sculptures and furniture are displayed at the Liechtenstin Palace, famous for its Baroque architecture and sumptuous gardens. A visit to the the museum is a journey through time, from the Baroque to the Biedermeier eras. In these beautiful publications, explore the collections of this latest world-class museum. Fully illustrated with a bright, informative accompanying text, these titles bring the Liechtenstein Museum to life.</p>

Classicism and Biedermeier: Liechtenstein Museum Vienna (Liechtenstein Museum Vienna)

Prestel Pub

Liechtenstein Museum Vienna: Princely Treasures: The Princes of Liechtenstein as Patrons of Art and Architecture

Brandstatter

Naive Architektur in Niederösterreich (German Edition)

Verl. Niederösterr. Pressehaus

Tür + Tor (Elemente der Architektur ; Bd. 1) (German Edition)

Verlag Niederösterreichisches Pressehaus

Bauen in Österreich: Die Fortführung einer grossen Tradition = Building in Austria : carrying on a great tradition (German Edition)

Edition C. Brandstätter

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