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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Thomas Rutter

What is a zen garden? This Japanese approach to design can turn backyards into calming sanctuaries

Japanese zen garden.

Japanese zen gardens are minimalist and meditative spaces designed to evoke a sense of peace and serenity. Originating from Zen Buddhism, this ancient approach to landscape design has existed for over a millennia. 

Incorporating natural materials, enclosed spaces are kept simplistic in terms of garden design, the focus being on creating a garden, with crisp hard landscaping punctuated by green flora. 

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