From the time man began to walk the earth, he made sculptures to place in his landscapes. These were part of everyday life capturing the beliefs and culture of whatever civilization he was a member of. Today we have an invaluable legacy of sculptures reaching back to antiquity spread across many continents. As well as […]
Sculpture and other architectural structures give the lighting designer the opportunity to work with materials that, given the right treatment, can produce dramatic and stunning night time effects. Sculptures typically serve as a vocal point and as such will generally require a greater light level than the other elements in the garden. As always there […]
On 11th of March the gates for the first Christchurch-hosted Ellerslie International Flower Show open, promising “the biggest and the best show” in Ellerslie’s 14-year-old history. With more than 80 horticultural exhibits, the stage is set to develop the Southern Hemisphere’s largest garden show into one of the top five garden shows in the world, […]
Long-awaited approval has been given for Hook of Maui and Receding Waters – a dramatic sculptural ‘gateway’ to central Wellington from the north.Wellington City Council’s Strategy and Policy Committee has agreed that the project, started in 2003, should proceed to the construction stage.
A life-size caravan made entirely from Huntly Brick has been installed outside the Waikato Museum. ‘Holidays in Huntly’ is an eye-catching art piece created by renowned ceramic artist Peter Lange. The current Director of the Auckland Studio Potters’ Teaching Centre, Lange has several permanent exhibitions at notable venues including The Beehive, Auckland Museum, Auckland Botanical […]
The Wildflower Sculpture Exhibition in Hawke’s Bay was a symposium of work from over 32 sculptors. The gallery below is a selection of some of the work. For more information click here or contact us. View the gallery Here
Waikato Home & Garden Show NZ Landscape Design & Sculpture Awards 2008 2008 NZ Landscape Design Awards Gold: Project Landscape Silver: Matt Perry for Wintec Bronze: Tall Poppies Landscape Centre Highly Commended: Imagine Landscape Design, Tailored Environments Peoples Choice: Wintec by Matt Perry Night Light Award Gold: Project Landscape Silver: Tailored Environments Bronze: Tall Poppies […]
Designing any garden can be challenging. Coming up with ideas for a small space might make you feel like you have limited options. However, just because your garden is small doesn’t mean you can’t have fun incorporating stylish accessories and features to great a stunning outdoor living area. Here are a few simple ideas to […]
