The Book of Landscape Design [Hardcover] H. Stuart & Raymore Henry B. Ortloff

Description

1962 printing. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. No dust jacket. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom and a slight lean. Pages have some marks on the outside but on the inside they are clean and the binding is secure.

This 1962 printing of “The Book of Landscape Design” by H. Stuart and Raymore Henry B. Ortloff is a seminal work in the field of landscape architecture. Published during a period of rapid suburbanization and renewed interest in outdoor living spaces, this book provided practical guidance for designing residential gardens, parks, and public spaces. The authors, both prominent landscape architects, drew upon their extensive experience to offer insights into site analysis, plant selection, and the principles of design. Although lacking a dust jacket, this copy bears the charming patina of a well-loved reference, with minor wear indicative of its practical use by designers and homeowners alike. The clean interior pages and secure binding ensure that this volume remains a valuable resource for those seeking to understand the evolution of landscape design in the mid-20th century.