Global Gardens Compilation in 'Modern Garden' Publication
Phaidon, a renowned publisher, is set to release its latest book, 'The Contemporary Garden', in late September 2025. This visually captivating tome offers a wide-ranging look at over 300 gardens from around the world, spanning 40 countries.
The book takes readers on a global tour of gardens, showcasing a diverse range of spaces, from intimate city dwellings to grand historical sites like the Water Theatre Grove at Versailles. The gardens featured in the book vary in scale and intent but are united by their thoughtful design.
'The Contemporary Garden' explores the connection between horticulture, nature, and aesthetics, demonstrating how green areas continue to appeal to people in a digitized world. This connection is evident in gardens that function as outdoor galleries, such as Manhattan’s High Line, which is also featured in the book.
Artistic garden creations that bridge sculpture and horticulture are another highlight. For instance, Gabriel Orozco’s The Orozco Garden at South London Gallery, with its intricate brickwork and overgrown grasses, exemplifies this fusion.
The book also includes gardens that are only open to a select few, offering a glimpse into private refuges of beauty and spiritual connection. Publicly accessible and iconic locations, such as New York’s elevated Little Island, designed by Heatherwick Studio, are also showcased.
'The Contemporary Garden' unites the natural sciences, art, and architecture in its collection, demonstrating how these elements converge in contemporary garden design. Water features, wild plantings, terracing, and geometric layouts are common in the gardens featured in the book, showcasing the enduring appeal and innovation in garden design worldwide.
The book is a comprehensive resource, offering over 300 pages of detailed photography that captures the color, naturalness, and breath of life in these gardens over the decades. It serves as a testament to the enduring allure of gardens, which continue to provide spaces for private reflection and public enjoyment across cultures and environments.
Pre-orders for 'The Contemporary Garden' are now open, making it possible for readers to reserve their copy of this stunning exploration of the world's most innovative and beautiful gardens.
[1] Information sourced from Phaidon's official press release. [4] Information sourced from a review by The Guardian. [5] Information sourced from an interview with the book's editor, conducted by The Telegraph.
- The upcoming publication, 'The Contemporary Garden' by Phaidon, delves into the connection between gardening, art, and architecture, demonstrating the continuance of green spaces' appeal in a digitized world.
- This book features over 300 gardens from across 40 countries, providing readers with a global tour of diverse spaces, from intimate urban dwellings to grand historical sites.
- 'The Contemporary Garden' showcases an array of gardens that exhibit intricate design elements, such as water features, wild plantings, terracing, and geometric layouts.
- The book also presents exclusive images of private gardens, offering a glimpse into refuges of beauty and spiritual connection, alongside publicly accessible and iconic locations like New York's Little Island, designed by Heatherwick Studio.
