If this style of outdoor design has piqued your interest as much as it has mine, let's venture further into the art of Japanese garden design and explore the concepts that make it whole. 1. Spark ...

These small Japanese garden ideas will bring a sense of serenity to your outdoor ... And you can change the raked design whenever you like, ... beautiful in a small space. 6. Grow Japanese vegetables.

The Portland Japanese Garden will present Tokyo artist Kenji Kobayashi’s modern style of bonsai in the Summer 2011 Art in the Garden exhibition, Urban Green: Small Trees for Small Spaces.

The courtyard garden is a small garden found in an enclosed space. The word tsubo itself translates to an area equal to two tatami mats (about 3.3 square meters).

Japanese-style gardens typically replicate natural scenery in a small area. Photo by Kevin Legnon. Those looking to incorporate Japanese design elements in their own backyards, can find plenty of ...

Often drawing from ancient philosophies of Buddhism and Taoism, a Japanese garden emphasizes harmony, restraint, and a carefully curated sensory experience. While these green spaces have long ...

Some homeowners hire landscape designers who specialize in Japanese-style design. One of the most well known is Hoichi Kurisu, the former landscape director for the Japanese Garden Society who ...

Discover innovative strategies and practical advice on transforming small gardens into captivating retreats. Unleash your creativity ...

Every Japanese garden needs bamboo and Paula has made a rectangular raised flower garden with these poles around it.

Your outdoor area should be a reflection of your taste. Pick a theme and stick with it to reduce your design options. “Perhaps you’ll draw inspiration from a Japanese garden, surrounding the ...