Infinite Spaces

Infinite Spaces
Authors
Earle, Joe
Publisher
Tuttle Publishing
Tags
gardening , travel
ISBN
9784805312698
Date
2013-04-26T00:00:00+00:00
Size
32.54 MB
Lang
en
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**Based on classical Japanese writings, this Zen gardening book is full of insightful commentary and lush photographs.**

Japanese gardens have long been admired for their capacity to improve on nature through impeccable design, detail, and composition: properties that elevate them from mere gardens to sacred spaces. The *Sakuteiki,* literally "notes on garden design," by the eleventh-century courtier and poet Tachibana no Toshitsuna laid out the original principles that shaped the design of these gardens. A distillation of centuries of garden design, the *Sakuteiki* remains a vital influence for garden makers in Japan today.

*Infinite Spaces* pairs extracts from the *Sakuteiki* with inspiring images that beautifully illustrate the principles of this ancient work. Sadao Hibi's superb photographs capture some of Japan's best-known gardens—from austere compositions in stone and gravel to richly planted landscapes. The photographs express the extraordinary beauty and diversity of one of the world's most ancient and revered styles of gardening. Discover a treasure trove of practical advice and philosophical insight on building and maintaining pools, lakes, and streams; arranging stones for the most natural and harmonious effect; and designing water features and placing stones to welcome auspicious deities while excluding malevolent influences.

**Japanese gardening topics include:**

Principles of Garden Design

Pools and Lakes

Waterfalls

Streams

Trees and Mounds

Good and Evil

Stones

This timeless visual artistry of the gardens and the specific design techniques will inspire you to create magnificent garden sanctuaries in your own backyard.