This collection by Sophie Walker delves deeply into the 800-year history and aesthetics of Japanese gardens. Walker explores the essence of Japanese gardens through 100 different examples, ranging from ancient Shinto shrines and the Imperial Palace to contemporary Zen gardens, examining their artistic nature. In addition to her insights, the book includes contributions from various experts, such as artists and architects, highlighting the multifaceted meaning and influence of Japanese gardens. This book serves as an essential resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of Japanese gardens.
Pages : 304 pages
Size : 20.5×27cm (hardcover)
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Sophie Walker is a UK-based landscape designer active worldwide, focusing on sustainable design in her gardens. Her notable works include the expansive garden at the De Pont Museum in the Netherlands, a public garden in Ulsan Park, Korea, and the redesign of Borde Hill Gardens in the UK. In London, she has worked on an NHS therapy garden and participated in the national Holocaust Memorial project. She has also been commissioned to design a garden in memory of human rights activist Helen Bamber. Her interest in rare plants led her to create gardens using seeds collected from the wild, and she spent eight years on a conservation project in the Bahamas.
