Garden Design

A Book of Ideas

Heidi Howcroft author Marianne Majerus author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Octopus Publishing Group

Published:16th Mar '15

Should be back in stock very soon

Garden Design cover

This essential guide offers inspiration and practical advice for creating beautiful gardens. Garden Design is a valuable resource for garden owners and designers.

In Garden Design, readers are presented with a comprehensive sourcebook that is essential for garden owners, architects, and designers alike. This visually stunning guide showcases over 600 images captured by award-winning photographer Marianne Majerus, paired with insightful advice from renowned garden designer Heidi Howcroft. The book covers a diverse range of gardens—urban, rural, large, and small—demonstrating a variety of styles from contemporary to classical to naturalistic. It serves as an invaluable resource for anyone looking to transform their outdoor space.

The journey of creating a garden is explored in depth, emphasizing that there is no singular approach to garden design. Instead, Garden Design encourages readers to embrace their individuality and instincts while drawing inspiration from the myriad of possibilities available. From assessing the plot and soil to selecting the right plants and hard landscaping elements, this book guides readers through every step of the design process.

Ultimately, Garden Design is not just about aesthetics; it is about realizing the potential of any space, no matter how small or challenging. The book inspires readers to envision the possibilities within their own gardens, making it a must-have visual reference for anyone passionate about gardening. With its rich imagery and practical advice, it aims to spark creativity and confidence in garden design.

This book will inspire readers to envision what is possible even in the smallest, most improbable spaces.

* Publishers Weekly *

Just looking at Marianne's stunning photographs made me want to go outside and start re-thinking my plot....I defy any reader not to find a style they can feel comfortable with in this book, there are plenty of ideas which can be adopted, even for the most difficult location.

* Reckless Garden

ISBN: 9781845339210

Dimensions: 284mm x 246mm x 30mm

Weight: 1698g

320 pages