A stunning peek at the private gardens of some of the world's most influential
designers--often a place for experimentation The gardens designers have created
for their clients may be familiar to garden enthusiasts, but what happens in the
designers' own backyards? This fascinating book takes a look at the gardens of
some top designers, investigating how they differ from their commissioned work,
the design process, and how they reflect their owner's design philosophy.
Private gardens are often sites for experimentation, either with untried plants,
novel construction techniques, or innovative ways of handling space. Some
designers use their gardens as "gallery spaces"--perfect representations of the
heart and soul of