Water is essential to life, and its ability to take on many forms makes it an exciting element to use in garden design. Whether you want a crystal clear pool or wild, winding stream, this manual shows how to capture these qualities in your own garden. The book is structured to mirror the water cycle itself with sections entitled: "The Source"; "The Course"; "The Outlet"; and "The Destination". Each section opens with an inspirational look at the qualities of water at each part in the cycle. The chapters then go on to relate these natural elements to their man-made equivalent: a spring can become a fountain or a jet; waterfalls are reflected in cascades and water stairs. Detailed instructions are provided on the styling, materials and planning of each water feature. Design blueprints are given on the styling, materials and planning of key garden features shown and explain the construction techniques involved.

Water Power: A Unique Approach to Designing Water Gardens

Anthony Archer-Wills

Octopus India

Relaxed and informal, sustaining and reassuring, a welcoming family home is one to which we all aspire. Creating a haven away from the rigours of everyday life is a vital element in making a house a home. The Family Home suggests ways of adapting our living spaces to the needs of working from home, coping with extended families, fitting a full family life into a decreasing amount of leisure time, and creating a low-maintenance home. Each chapter covers a specific area, from kitchens to living areas and children's rooms to parents' bedrooms, as well as family gardens. Essential planning information and decorating ideas are provided, plus time-saving tips and suggestions for adapting your home as children grow. With 20 step-by-step projects, the emphasis is as much on practicality as it is on design and decoration.

The Family Home : Relaxed, Informal Living for All Ages

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

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Crafts & Hobbies

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Water Power: A Unique Approach to Designing Water Gardens

The Family Home : Relaxed, Informal Living for All Ages