These beautiful ideas for English garden design were inspired by the Arts and Crafts movement of the 19th century. The stylish new look was first shown at the Chelsea Flower Show in 2011. Typical elements of the Arts and Crafts movement, such as the traditional country house, linear geometric shapes and handcrafted structures, appear here in a fresh and modern way.
Garden design ideas from the 19th century – the Arts and Crafts movement
These creative garden design ideas were mainly inspired by the Arts and Crafts movement. This artistic movement emerged in the mid-19th century and became especially influential in product design, architecture and decorative arts. It was associated with painters, architects and craftspeople who valued handmade work and reacted against the effects of industrialization.
Typical features of these garden design ideas
These garden design ideas were strongly influenced by the Arts and Crafts movement and include many typical elements of the style. The English garden tradition is honored here through characteristic details presented in a modern way. Enjoy geometric shapes, Victorian-style decoration, handcrafted objects and colorful flowers. Wooden or metal garden gates with rich ornamentation are also impressive.
Solid wood door with brick wall
Part of a romantic garden with colorful flowers
Provide structure in the garden
Reminiscent of a Mediterranean-style fountain
The straight lines and beautiful contrasts
Doors opulent, with metal elements
Geometric shapes in the garden design
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Peter Dark
Lincoln Matheson
