WRITTEN BY Blair Farris Every once in a while the stars align. A grand collaboration between homeowner, architect, landscape architect and contractors produces one gestural and exquisite property. As a result, “The house and garden resonate as one continuous whole,” says Nashville landscape architect Ben Page. “It doesn’t always happen this way, but in this case the homeowner was extremely engaged with a thoughtful, proactive program from the beginning.” Page collaborated with celebrated …
Gardens
The Secret Garden
WRITTEN BY Blair FarrisPHOTOGRAPHY BY Emily Followill On a one and a half acre lot in Atlanta’s beautiful Buckhead neighborhood, distinguished landscape architect John Howard designed the garden at Greystone to be distinctly southern, rich in detail and classic in form. The empty-nest owners wanted a garden in which they could entertain family and friends, but one that would be low-maintenance and beautiful when viewed from any part of …
Santa Barbara, the American Riviera
Voluptuous Vignettes WRITTEN BY Prissy Gravely Although Santa Barbara gardeners have experienced severe drought and water rations recently, they still enjoy some of the most lush and lovely gardens in America. The early morning fog, locally called “June Gloom,” rolls in from the chilly Pacific and blankets these tropical gardens with life-sustaining moisture. The results are breathtaking! …
A Luscious Renewal
WRITTEN BY Blair FarrisPHOTOGRAPHY BY Terrance Antonio On a recent visit to Charleston, I happened upon a beautiful garden and couldn’t resist including it in this issue. The New Dawn roses in full bloom caught my eye as I took an early morning walk to the Battery. I was trying to muster the courage to knock on the front door and, to my surprise, the owner came out. She was lovely as she walked me through her garden. …