The folder includes plan, drawings, articles, plant lists, information sheet and garden description sheet done by Greg Arnold.
General:
"A total landscape design/build concept aimed at providing a peaceful sanctuary of natural beauty; a secure, yet warmly welcoming environment. Blending a variety of design elements into a harmoniously balanced relationship, the project embraces bluestone walkways, wrought iron gates and arbors; koi ponds, streams and a man-made lake; plus extensive plant life creating interplay of lush forests with colorful gardens."
"Awards: Associated Landscape Contractors of America (ALCA), Grand Award for Residential, 1996; Georgia Green Industry Association (GGIA), Grand Award for Residential, 1996; Metro Atlanta Lawn and Turf Association, Residential, Best of the Best, 1996; Georgia Chapter American Society of Landscape Architects, Honor Award, 1997."
Persons associated with the property include:: Thomas Gregory Arnold (landscape architect); William C. Lincicome (landscape architect, Director of Design Department); Tyson Boutcher (landscape architect, Conceptual Master Plan); Carol Hooks, (Director of Floriculture); Maria White (Floriculture manager); John Hooks (horticulturist); Dwane Rogers (landscape installation); Norman Askins (architect for house renovation); Tom Baynard and Company (masonry contractor); Allgood Outdoors (Builder of Koi ponds, streams); Chuck Jones (Koi filtration and pump design and install); Larry Browder (structural engineer).
Related Materials:
Blank Garden related holdings consist of 1 folder (21 35 mm. slides)
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Smithsonian Institution, Archives of American Gardens, The Garden Club of America collection.
Sponsor:
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