Intoxicating. Soothing. Inspiring. There is no perfect garden without water. Playful, elegant, classic or modern, architectural or naturalistic - no other design element can be shaped as water can. Yet, it continually presents surprises for the designer and planner. Water gardens are the high art of garden design. Since ancient times, the powerful and creative have recognized the fascination of water. To this day, their gardens are highlights of garden culture. This book provides an overview of how water gardens are interpreted and designed today. Nature-inspired water gardens with lush plantings, clear lines in architectural water gardens, inspiring examples of classic water features, and mysterious, exotic gardens full of warmth and light - the magnificent photos of artfully designed gardens ignite a desire for water. Each project be.