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Integrates edibles into decorative landscapes effortlessly.
Designed by award-winning landscape designer Christian Douglas.
Transform vegetable gardening into a high-style venture.
Combines inspiration with practical gardening techniques.
Lushly illustrated for easy understanding and application.
Enhances outdoor spaces with beauty and purpose.
Perfect for patios, pools, and walkways.
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Price Range: $27.05
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Comprehensive guide for landscape design graphics techniques.
Progresses from basics to advanced drawing methods.
Covers drafting, lettering, and freehand drawing skills.
Includes perspective drawing and section elevations techniques.
Features sequenced exercises for practical learning.
Complete file of graphic symbols for quick reference.
Handy appendix with conversions and equivalents included.
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Price Range: $18.77
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Optimistic guide for creating harmonious plant communities.
Encourages inviting nature back into urban spaces.
Design landscapes resembling diverse, wild environments.
Features stunning photography and expert landscaping advice.
Promotes a hybrid of wild and cultivated nature.
Enhances resilience in suburban and urban landscapes.
Inspires action for sustainable gardening practices.
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Price Range: $20.00
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Celebrates outdoor living across diverse landscapes.
Features projects in country, coastal, and urban settings.
Explores home as a reflection of natural surroundings.
Discusses essential elements in landscape architecture.
Includes site maps and captivating images.
Showcases outdoor rooms for living and relaxation.
Highlights seasonal beauty and changing gardens.
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Price Range: $36.59
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Bestselling garden design guide for all skill levels.
Completely revised and updated for modern designers.
Includes new garden plans and stunning photographs.
Profiles of 50 top plants for effective design.
Focus on sustainability and diversity in landscaping.
Guidance on using computer-aided design tools.
Comprehensive process from planning to maintenance included.
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Price Range: $23.49
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Award-winning guide for sustainable landscaping.
Combines permaculture, climate adaptation, and community organizing.
Step-by-step process for backyard transformation.
Addresses climate change and ecological collapse.
Encourages stewardship of personal spaces.
Features case studies and practical techniques.
Inspires hope for restoring planetary health.
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Price Range: $23.18
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Explore the Giannettis' unique Patina architectural style.
Showcases seven beautifully designed homes by Steve Giannetti.
Emphasizes the art of imperfection in design.
Invites readers into a harmonious living experience.
Features stunning photographs and personal stories.
Highlights the connection between comfort and nature.
Transformative power of design in everyday life.
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Price Range: $38.65
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Transform your garden with naturalistic design.
Inspired by renowned designer Piet Oudolf.
Explore the New Perennial Movement.
Includes new plants and combinations.
Practical information for garden enthusiasts.
Visually inspiring and emotionally resonant landscapes.
A must-have for passionate gardeners.
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Price Range: $23.74
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Major monograph on Piet Oudolf's garden design.
Features largest collection of Oudolf's drawings published.
Showcases gardens from around the globe.
Includes gardens in New York and Germany.
Offers insights into Oudolf's creative process.
Includes newly commissioned essays for context.
Features gatefolds and tip-ins for key designs.
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Price Range: $55.21
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Comprehensive atlas of trees for landscape architects.
Features over 550 exquisite quill-pen tree drawings.
Includes 212 tree species illustrated at 1:100 scale.
Tables of seasonal color and shadow projections included.
Essential reference for landscape architecture and botany.
Captivating coffee table book for nature lovers.
Useful for tree identification and academic studies.
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Price Range: $85.41
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Explore native plants for sustainable gardening.
Richly illustrated with over 150 color photos.
Step-by-step blueprints for practical garden design.
Supports wildlife and enhances aesthetic appeal.
Insider tips on plant sourcing and tools.
Guidance on navigating city ordinances.
Honorable Mention from AHS Book Awards.
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Price Range: $29.95
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Comprehensive exploration of Japanese garden history.
Spanning over 800 years of artistic evolution.
Features 100 gardens across different eras.
Includes personal essays from leading cultural practitioners.
Insightful analysis by garden designer Sophie Walker.
Showcases ancient to contemporary design styles.
Perfect for garden enthusiasts and history lovers.
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Price Range: $71.69
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104 pages of stunning nature illustrations.
Single-sided pages prevent bleed-through effects.
Perfect size: 8.5 x 11 inches.
Encourages mindfulness and relaxation through coloring.
High-quality paper for smooth coloring experience.
Explore creativity with intricate nature scenes.
Ideal for artists of all skill levels.
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Price Range: $6.99
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Step-by-step guide for building treehouses.
Illustrated handbook by expert David Stiles.
Covers basics: tools, wood, screws, and nails.
Includes A-frame design for weekend builds.
Features various forts and lookout tower designs.
Fun projects like snowball catapult and igloo.
Encourages creativity for children and adults alike.
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Price Range: $12.97
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Visually engaging introduction to landscape architecture design.
Integrates cultural heritage and sustainability in designs.
Over 500 hand-rendered and digital drawings included.
Illustrates importance of spatial language in design.
Covers parks, campuses, and memorial design projects.
Explains organizational and spatial design structures.
Inspires creativity for various landscape projects.
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Price Range: $47.70
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150 reusable cling stickers for easy design.
Illustrated plant profiles for versatile garden choices.
Step-by-step guide simplifies garden design process.
Durable stickers allow for layering and rearranging.
Fold-out design board to visualize your layout.
Perfect for most temperate growing zones.
Create your dream garden from your kitchen table.
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Price Range: $19.95
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175 stunning images of Brutalist structures.
Explores contrast between plants and concrete.
Curated by expert Olivia Broome.
Showcases nature reclaiming built environments.
Features green roofs and living walls.
Highlights pocket gardens and courtyards.
Celebrates the beauty of Brutalist architecture.
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Price Range: $20.95
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Comprehensive guide to residential landscape design.
Step-by-step process from concept to completion.
Numerous illustrations enhance understanding of concepts.
Ideal for students, designers, and homeowners alike.
Includes new technologies and design techniques.
Clear learning objectives for improved comprehension.
Updated content with case studies and photographs.
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Price Range: $204.90
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Explore Sea Ranch's stunning coastal architecture.
Learn about innovative landscape design principles.
Discover award-winning buildings by renowned architects.
Read about ongoing land-management challenges.
Experience the harmony of nature and architecture.
Enjoy updates on new projects and developments.
Understand the ecological impact of design choices.
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Price Range: $51.04
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Insightful exploration of parking's economic impact.
Challenges the notion of free parking's benefits.
Proposes market-based pricing for parking spaces.
Discusses urban sprawl and auto dependence issues.
Offers innovative solutions for parking regulation.
Highlights environmental consequences of free parking.
Engages with urban planners and policymakers alike.
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Price Range: $41.59
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Award-winning landscape designer Fernando Wong's work.
Showcases stunning private tropical gardens.
Features lush foliage and elaborate garden designs.
Includes pools, outdoor kitchens, and sculptures.
Foreword by renowned lifestyle expert Martha Stewart.
Inspiration from noted interior designers featured.
Perfect for garden lovers and enthusiasts alike.
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Price Range: $45.10
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Essential drawing techniques for landscape design.
Abundant illustrations enhance the learning experience.
Supports artistic rendering of plan drawings.
Guides students through overlooked drawing tools.
Effective communication with clients through design.
Not-for-sale instructor resources for educators available.
Related title: Basic Elements of Landscape Design.
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Price Range: $65.95
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Comprehensive framework for sustainable urban design.
Over 50 design elements organized into five topics.
Accessible format for professionals and community members.
Guidelines for various urban project scales included.
Supports informed decisions for sustainable environments.
Rich graphics enhance understanding of complex concepts.
Valuable resource for students and elected officials.
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Price Range: $46.74
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A captivating biography of landscape architect Charles J. Stick.
Explores historically inspired gardens filled with blooms.
Showcases four major estates and their unique designs.
Features insights into Stick's design processes and client relationships.
Includes stunning photography and Stick's elegant renderings.
Highlights gardens across prominent U.S. communities.
A perfect gift for garden enthusiasts and horticulturalists.
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Price Range: $45.22
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A celebration of renowned landscape architecture firm.
Showcases twelve transformative public realm projects.
Integrates ecological and cultural histories into design.
Highlights sensitive sites across the United States.
Features essays from noted scholars and ecologists.
Reveals landscape architecture's role in public space.
Promotes ecological and social resilience in communities.
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Price Range: $48.72
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Comprehensive guide to context-sensitive site planning.
Focus on sustainable design and development practices.
Evaluates unique site attributes and constraints.
Includes 200+ illustrations and eight case studies.
Addresses LEED-ND and climate adaptation strategies.
Review questions for students and early-career professionals.
Ideal for courses in environmental design and planning.
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Price Range: $84.03
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Step-by-step method for all skill levels.
Learn to draw with professional techniques.
Guided practices improve observation and sketching.
Complete materials guide for best tools.
Includes photographs for practical application.
Transform your drawings from beginner to professional.
Useful tips for stunning, polished results.
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Price Range: $8.99
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Discover Piet Oudolf's unique planting style.
Features exceptional perennials and grasses combinations.
Over 300 stunning quality photographs included.
Learn classic planting techniques from expert Rory Dusoir.
Gain insights into naturalistic garden design.
Access detailed plant lists and horticultural know-how.
Explore the beautiful gardens at Durslade Farm.
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Price Range: $36.74
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Comprehensive biography of Frederick Law Olmsted.
Influential abolitionist and social reformer.
Designer of iconic landscapes like Central Park.
Advocate for environmental conservation and reform.
Explores his impactful journalism and activism.
Highlights relevance of his work today.
Restores Olmsted's legacy in American history.
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Price Range: $25.99
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Reimagine outdoor learning environments with creativity.
Utilize natural elements and loose parts effectively.
Transform play areas on a limited budget.
Includes inspiring before-and-after transformation photos.
Offers design tips and materials lists.
Fosters children's development in multiple competency areas.
Encourages engaging explorations and creative play.
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Price Range: $38.35
