Geometric Garden Design
Have you heard gardeners say a space has Good Bones?
Great design is the dialogue and mathematical relationship between structural elements. In a garden these include patios, pathways, fences, and retaining walls as well as trees, shrubs, flowers, sunlight, wind, water, and stone.
The judicious use of woody shrubs frames vistas, directs foot traffic, and highlights special vignettes animated by color, texture, and movement. Ephemeral blooms and berries are often more immediately noteworthy than a horizontal expanse of gravel or the calculated, precise spacing of root crowns.
As a pie requires a crust and the body bones, the garden needs structure in its arrangement to showcase functional, visual order through the changes of seasons and years.
In the extreme, a garden might focus exclusively on structure, in which case the most subtle deviation becomes incredibly meaningful. At the other end of the spectrum, a seemingly wild garden may obscure the underlying geometry, but will be much more successful if it is thoroughly considered and proportionally laid out.
Geometric garden design can be classic or modern, formal and balanced, or poetic and asymmetric.
At RareField, our work includes an artful combination of these refined elements. Each home and site provide a series of strong lines that set the foundation for the initial design. Creating a seamless, natural flow between interior and exterior areas, balancing the relationship between positive and negative spaces, and purposely finishing with organic garden forms is integral to our work as designers.
Starting with a clear view of the geometry of your space and applying time-tested rules — such as the golden ratio — is what elevates our work at RareField, whether tastefully restrained or artfully unkempt.
In either case, our point of view is informed and holistic, with geometric structure and harmonious design principles guiding each decision.
With our collaborative approach, we can happily work with any inspiration that you bring to your project. If geometric garden design appeals to you, let’s explore the possibilities and creative opportunities within your space!
- The RareField Team