A Sense Of Space: The Gardens Of Jan Blok By Lindsay Gray
A Sense Of Space: The Gardens Of Jan Blok By Lindsay Gray
Hardcover
ISBN 9781770077751
Publisher: Struik Lifestyle Ltd 2009
Used - Very Good+. This book is in very good condition. The Dust Jacket has some very limited signs of wear and tear and the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. The book is protected with a Cellophane cover.
A Sense of Space: The Gardens of Jan Blok provides an intimate tour through some of South Africa’s most breathtaking private gardens, designed by one of South Africa’s most renowned garden designers, Jan Blok. The book is a visual delight, showcasing a range of garden styles that communicates the essence of timeless design. Whether set within a lush, well-wooded suburb or aloft an eleven-storey apartment block, each garden reflects a wonderful sense of space. The architectural proportions and evocative use of colour and texture are perfectly suited to the homes and lifestyles of the people who live in and enjoy these beautiful gardens. This book will inspire garden-lovers around the world.
The 16 gardens featured in this book represent a fine selection of his designs and range from timeless, classic gardens to modern and zen-like havens of tranquillity. The author has a deep understanding of outside space and an innate ability to create a magical and wondrous garden for each of his clients. Each garden is an interpretive extension of the home and an enhancement of the lifestyle of the homeowners. He is also known for his innovative planting schemes.
