The Garden of Contrasts
Oehme, van Sweden and Associates, Inc.
Washington, DC

 

A collection of fleeting impressions makes every visit to this
garden unique and personal. The garden's ground plane is a plant
tapestry combining texture and form, color and scent. A canopy of
olive trees adds a third dimension that changes in color and opacity
as the seasons advance. Ephemeral natural patterns of sunlight and
plant texture reinforce the garden's dynamic qualities. Seasonal
change is marked as plants emerge in spring, blossom in summer,
change color in autumn, and fade into bouquets of dry foliage in
winter. The natural weathering of the garden's hardscape further
enhances the garden’s sense of timelessness.

 

 

 

 


 

 

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