Suzhou Gardens: Chinese-English Comparison

Author: Suzhou Garden Design Institute
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Features: Suzhou Gardens are typical representatives of Chinese literati's freehand landscape gardens. Their garden design theory encompasses numerous fields of natural and social sciences, making them a subject of study for scholars and professionals. This book focuses on selected aspects of Suzhou Gardens' developmental context, landscape shaping, artistic conception creation, spatial planning, and garden design philosophy, aiming to elaborate and summarize the fundamental characteristics and principles of Suzhou Garden art. As the authors are landscape design and planning professionals, they approach the study of Suzhou Gardens from the perspective of garden creation, to some extent integrating practical experience in garden design. Some of their insights are innovative and offer enlightenment to a broad readership and professionals. The illustrations in the book are exquisitely crafted using modern engineering drawing techniques, effectively capturing the artistic essence of classical Suzhou gardens, making them highly appreciable. This book serves as both a delightful read for visitors and a valuable reference for technical professionals.