1000 Visual Tips on Garden Design

A garden is a little piece of nature transformed by humans and integratedinto their environment for their enjoyment. Gardens are also an outwardextension of the home - an extra living space for leisure and recreation.These concepts are the basis for the large variety of designs and tips foroutdoor spaces presented in this magnificent book. It is a visual guidefilled with original ideas and tricks which enable you to let yourimagination run free to create a natural space in your home. The examplesdescribed and illustrated can be adapted to any kind of garden and anyneeds you may have. All options are considered and any question is bound tofind an answer: Is it better to have a Japanese garden inspiringtranquillity or a little shady place? Can you create a garden in a smallyard? And is a kitchen garden difficult to maintain? It shows you how todesign gardens, patios and terraces simply and easily. It addresses ecologyand gardens that are beneficial to the environment.