One of the things that amazed me most at Dow Gardens is the emphasis on trees. Designing with trees means being able to see at least 50 years into the future and imagine what those shapes and textures and tones are going to look like. I suppose there is software now that would allow you to do this. But when Dow Gardens was created, the designer had to see it in his mind. Maybe he would sketch his vision.
Today, I want to show you some naturalistic landscapes. I'm not calling them natural because they are all planted and manipulated. I'm not even sure the waterways are natural. Certainly the smaller ones on the property were created artificially.
Some, like the one above include manicured lawns. Others, like the one below just beckon you to come find a trail through the woods.
Hard to believe this is all designed and created for the effect, isn't it?
Here's another that looks completely "wild."
The textures alone make this one yummy!
I'm working hard and having a blast at the writer workshop. Tomorrow is the last day.
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2 comments:
Whoever designed these gardens knew what they were doing
It was mostly Alden Dow, and a Japanese artist friend of his. There was a book you could buy about the history. Expensive, of course.
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