The Contemporary Garden

The Contemporary Garden offers a breathtaking exploration of modern garden design by showcasing a selection of 300 extraordinary gardens from over forty countries worldwide. This collection, assembled with the expertise of a global team of horticultural specialists, features famous public spaces like the High Line and Changi Airport Garden, as well as hidden treasures like Umberto Pasti's enchanting hillside garden in Morocco and Miranda Brooks' sophisticated creation for Anna Wintour in New York's countryside. The book is beautifully illustrated with large-format images and provides insightful descriptions, celebrating the brilliance of both well-known and emerging garden designers and landscape architects, such as Fiona Brockhoff and Piet Oudolf.Arranged alphabetically based on the designer or studio name, The Contemporary Garden presents an array of garden styles—from naturalistic and urban to minimalistic and edible—that highlight our deepening relationship with the natural environment. This inspiring resource offers both professional and hobbyist gardeners a rich visual and intellectual experience. Among the featured designers are Marian Boswell, Erik Dhont, and Tom Stuart-Smith, while the gardens featured range from the African Ancestors Memorial Garden to the Chihuly Garden & Glass.The project is supported by a cadre of advisors and contributors, including respected names such as Richard Aitken, Noel Kingsbury, and Tovah Martin, ensuring the book serves as both an inspiration and a reliable reference for garden enthusiasts around the globe.