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Japanese Garden Notes

A Visual Guide to Elements and Design
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Japanese Garden Notes by Marc Peter Keane explores the art and philosophy behind the creation of Japanese gardens. The book combines insightful commentary and stunning photography to showcase the elements and principles that make these gardens unique. It's a reflective guide that delves into the deeper meanings and connections between nature and design.
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If you find tranquillity and elegance in garden design, this book offers a unique glimpse into the art of Japanese garden creation. With detailed insights and beautiful photography, it may captivate those who appreciate the harmonious blend of nature and culture in home and garden settings.

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Marc Peter Keane's personal journey through 100 Japanese gardens, looking at them with a designer's eye.

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Marc Peter Keane's personal journey through 100 Japanese gardens, looking at them with a designer's eye.

Matching some 400 colour photographs to brief, informed observations, renowned garden designer Marc Peter Keane walks us through 100 Japanese gardens, stopping along the way to note essential elements of design, technique, and culture. Covering everything from large-scale aspects of space and balance to subtle elements that are often overlooked, this is an innovative, stunningly visual guide for planning and inspiration.

Japanese Garden Notes offers an insightful exploration into the realms of traditional and modern garden design, making it an invaluable resource for enthusiasts and professionals alike.

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Japanese Garden Notes by Marc Peter Keane is praised for its insightful and philosophical exploration of Japanese garden design, juxtaposed with striking photography. Reviewers highlight the book's ability to unravel the nuanced intricacies of Japanese gardens through both visual beauty and scholarly depth, making it a valuable addition for enthusiasts and professionals interested in the art and meaning behind these serene spaces.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781611720358

Publisher: Stone Bridge Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 May 2017

Country: United States

Imprint: Stone Bridge Press

Illustration: 400 color photos

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 31.0mm

Width: 168.0mm

Height: 254.0mm

Weight: 1006g

Pages: 296

About the Author

Marc Peter Keane is an American landscape architect and author. He has lived in Kyoto, Japan, for over 20 years and specializes in Japanese garden design. He is the author of several books about garden design: Japanese Garden Design (an introduction to the culture and design of Japanese gardens); Sakuteiki: Visions of the Japanese Garden (a translation of Japan's oldest gardening text, co-authored with Prof. Jiro Takei), The Art of Setting Stones (a collection of philosophical essays on gardens), and The Japanese Tea Garden (history and aesthetics of Japanese tea gardens). Keane is a fellow at the Research Center for Japanese Garden Art in Kyoto, the East Asia Program at Cornell University, and the Institute for Medieval Japanese Studies at Columbia University. He has lectured widely throughout the United States, England, and Japan. Keane also acted as chairman of Kyoto Mitate International for many years, a non-profit organization that worked to revitalize Kyoto's traditional environments and cultural heritage.

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