shaping beauty: If you equate straight lines, rectangles, and defined arcs with stuffy simplicity, think again

摘要

I love to watch people explore our garden. Even frequent visitors are drawn down the paths, wanting to see and touch the features and appreciate the views from the terraces. My partner, Buell, and I are delighted to hear that our garden feels "warm" and "unified" because when we purchased the property, it was a disjointed, unwelcoming mess. Over the course of several months, we carefully selected and placed each room, path, and hardscape feature to create a cohesive space. We chose simple shapes, such as rectangles and circles, and used powerful lines of sight to unite the garden and strengthen its connection to the house. People who expect such design elements to create a cold, rigid atmosphere are surprised to discover that the straight lines andclearly defined shapes of our hardscape help create a welcoming and intimate extension of our home.