The element of stone in a Garden has two important qualities: function and beauty.
The Spirit of Stone is an essential idea book and how-to for designers, stonemasons, builders, homeowners and DIYers..
Stone\'s practicality is especially appreciated by homeowners concerned with low maintenance, sustainability and water conservation - with the side benefit of enhancing property value.
In The Spirit of Stone, award-winning designer Jan Johnsen presents a richly photographed, authoritative guide to Creative and Practical uses for stone in the landscape: steps, paths, Garden walls, dry streams, benches, rock gardens, driveways and more.
Since ancient times, stone has been revered for bringing a special "feel" to a garden.
It also conveys a sense of permanence and place.
The element of stone in a Garden has two important qualities: function and beauty
