Renaissance Symmetry in Garden Design

The Renaissance marked a 'rebirth' of Classical ideals,  and garden design was no exception.  Renaissance garden design was heavily influenced by the Classical garden design traditions for the greeks and the Romans, and has been one of the strongest influences on garden design ever since. 



Symmetry in the Renaissance Garden

Mathematics in garden design

The Renaissance Garden manipulated space to fit newly emerging mathematical and geometric formulas.  Formal patterns, completed in evergreen plants were used to create structure, whilst Symmetry was used to exaggerate the effect  Read more »