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Abreuvoir
An abreuvoir (French: watering place, trough), can mean a basin containing water or a type of masonry joint.
An abreuvoir (French: watering place, trough), can mean a basin containing water or a type of masonry joint.
Agricultural fencing
Most agricultural fencing averages about high, and in some places, the height and construction of fences designed to hold livestock is mandated by law.
Most agricultural fencing averages about high, and in some places, the height and construction of fences designed to hold livestock is mandated by law.
Andalusian Patio
The typical Andalusian patio is originated from Persia or Arabia, where it has long been customary to decorate houses and palaces with large areas full of life, places full of gardens and plants...
The typical Andalusian patio is originated from Persia or Arabia, where it has long been customary to decorate houses and palaces with large areas full of life, places full of gardens and plants...
Arcade (architecture)
An arcade is a succession of arches, each counterthrusting the next, supported by columns or piers or a covered walk enclosed by a line of such arches on one or both sides.
An arcade is a succession of arches, each counterthrusting the next, supported by columns or piers or a covered walk enclosed by a line of such arches on one or both sides.
Architectural lighting design
Architectural lighting design is a field within architecture and architectural engineering that concerns itself primarily with the illumination of buildings.
Architectural lighting design is a field within architecture and architectural engineering that concerns itself primarily with the illumination of buildings.
Architectural sculpture
Architectural sculpture is the term for the use of sculpture by an architect and/or sculptor in the design of a building, bridge, mausoleum or other such project.
Architectural sculpture is the term for the use of sculpture by an architect and/or sculptor in the design of a building, bridge, mausoleum or other such project.
Avenue (landscape)
In landscaping, an avenue or allée is traditionally a straight route with a line of trees or large shrubs running along each, which is used, as its French source venir ("to come") in...
In landscaping, an avenue or allée is traditionally a straight route with a line of trees or large shrubs running along each, which is used, as its French source venir ("to come") in...
Baluster
A baluster — also called spindle or stair stick — is a moulded shaft, square or of lathe-turned form, one of various forms of spindle in woodwork, made of stone or wood and sometimes...
A baluster — also called spindle or stair stick — is a moulded shaft, square or of lathe-turned form, one of various forms of spindle in woodwork, made of stone or wood and sometimes...
Barbecue
Barbecue or barbeque (common spelling variant) (with abbreviations BBQ, Bar-B-Q and Barbie), used chiefly in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, New Zealand an...
Barbecue or barbeque (common spelling variant) (with abbreviations BBQ, Bar-B-Q and Barbie), used chiefly in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, New Zealand an...
Bird bath
A Birdbath is an artificial "puddle" or small shallow pond, created with a water- filled basin, for birds to bathe and 'cool off' in, and drink from.
A Birdbath is an artificial "puddle" or small shallow pond, created with a water- filled basin, for birds to bathe and 'cool off' in, and drink from.
Bird feeder
A birdfeeder, bird feeder, bird table, or tray feeder are devices placed outdoors to supply bird food to birds (bird feeding).
A birdfeeder, bird feeder, bird table, or tray feeder are devices placed outdoors to supply bird food to birds (bird feeding).
Boardwalk
A boardwalk, in the conventional sense, is a wooden walkway for pedestrians and sometimes vehicles, often found along beaches, but they are also common as paths through wetlands, coastal dunes, ...
A boardwalk, in the conventional sense, is a wooden walkway for pedestrians and sometimes vehicles, often found along beaches, but they are also common as paths through wetlands, coastal dunes, ...
Borrowed scenery
Borrowed scenery is the principle of "incorporating background landscape into the composition of a garden" found in traditional East Asian garden design.
Borrowed scenery is the principle of "incorporating background landscape into the composition of a garden" found in traditional East Asian garden design.
Bosquet
In the French formal garden, a bosquet (French, from Italian bosco, "grove, wood") is a formal plantation of trees, at least five of identical species planted as a quincunx, or set in strict...
In the French formal garden, a bosquet (French, from Italian bosco, "grove, wood") is a formal plantation of trees, at least five of identical species planted as a quincunx, or set in strict...
Boulder
In geology, a boulder is a rock with grain size of usually no less than 256 mm (10 inches) diameter.
In geology, a boulder is a rock with grain size of usually no less than 256 mm (10 inches) diameter.
Cabana (structure)
A cabana or cabaña is a structure of either of these types: an 'indigenous hut' or a 'recreational structure.
A cabana or cabaña is a structure of either of these types: an 'indigenous hut' or a 'recreational structure.
Cable railings
Cable railings or wire rope railings are safety rails that use horizontal or vertical cables in place of spindles, glass, mesh etc.
Cable railings or wire rope railings are safety rails that use horizontal or vertical cables in place of spindles, glass, mesh etc.
Cantera (stone)
Cantera is a quartz based volcanic stone used as a structural and decorative architectural element in some regions of Mexico where it is found.
Cantera is a quartz based volcanic stone used as a structural and decorative architectural element in some regions of Mexico where it is found.
Carport
A carport is a covered structure used to offer limited protection to vehicles, primarily cars, from the elements.
A carport is a covered structure used to offer limited protection to vehicles, primarily cars, from the elements.
Cartouche (design)
A cartouche (also cartouch) is an oval or oblong design with a slightly convex surface, typically edged with ornamental scrollwork.
A cartouche (also cartouch) is an oval or oblong design with a slightly convex surface, typically edged with ornamental scrollwork.
Cast stone
Cast stone is defined as “a refined architectural concrete building unit manufactured to simulate natural cut stone, used in unit masonry applications”.
Cast stone is defined as “a refined architectural concrete building unit manufactured to simulate natural cut stone, used in unit masonry applications”.
Chia Pet
Chia Pets are American styled animal-shaped terracotta figurines used to sprout chia, where the chia sprouts grow within a couple of weeks to resemble the animal's fur or hair.
Chia Pets are American styled animal-shaped terracotta figurines used to sprout chia, where the chia sprouts grow within a couple of weeks to resemble the animal's fur or hair.
Chimenea
A chimenea (; also spelled chiminea) is a freestanding front-loading fireplace or oven with a bulbous body and usually a vertical smoke vent or chimney.
A chimenea (; also spelled chiminea) is a freestanding front-loading fireplace or oven with a bulbous body and usually a vertical smoke vent or chimney.
Clapper bridge
A clapper bridge is an ancient form of bridge found on the moors of Devon (Dartmoor and Exmoor) and in other upland areas of the United Kingdom including Snowdonia and Anglesey.
A clapper bridge is an ancient form of bridge found on the moors of Devon (Dartmoor and Exmoor) and in other upland areas of the United Kingdom including Snowdonia and Anglesey.
Coade stone
Lithodipyra (Stone fired twice - Ancient Greek (λίθος/δίς/πυρά)), or Coade stone, was stoneware that was often described as an artificial stone in the late 18th and early...
Lithodipyra (Stone fired twice - Ancient Greek (λίθος/δίς/πυρά)), or Coade stone, was stoneware that was often described as an artificial stone in the late 18th and early...
Container garden
Container gardening is the practice of growing plants exclusively in containers instead of planting them in the ground.
Container gardening is the practice of growing plants exclusively in containers instead of planting them in the ground.
Contour trenching
Contour trenching is an agricultural technique that can be easily applied in arid sub-Sahara areas to allow for water, and soil conservation, and to increase agricultural production.
Contour trenching is an agricultural technique that can be easily applied in arid sub-Sahara areas to allow for water, and soil conservation, and to increase agricultural production.
Corbel
In architecture a corbel (or console) is a piece of masonry jutting out of a wall to carry any superincumbent weight.
In architecture a corbel (or console) is a piece of masonry jutting out of a wall to carry any superincumbent weight.
Cornish hedge
A Cornish hedge is a style of hedge built of stone and earth found in Cornwall, south-west England.
A Cornish hedge is a style of hedge built of stone and earth found in Cornwall, south-west England.
Courtyard
A court or courtyard is an enclosed area, often a space enclosed by a building that is open to the sky.
A court or courtyard is an enclosed area, often a space enclosed by a building that is open to the sky.
Deck (building)
In architecture, a deck is a flat surface capable of supporting weight, similar to a floor, but typically constructed outdoors, often elevated from the ground, and usually connected to a building.
In architecture, a deck is a flat surface capable of supporting weight, similar to a floor, but typically constructed outdoors, often elevated from the ground, and usually connected to a building.
Deconstruction (building)
In the context of physical construction, deconstruction is the selective dismantlement of building components, specifically for re-use, recycling, and waste management.
In the context of physical construction, deconstruction is the selective dismantlement of building components, specifically for re-use, recycling, and waste management.
Driveway
A driveway is a type of private road for local access to one or a small group of structures, and is owned and maintained by an individual or group.
A driveway is a type of private road for local access to one or a small group of structures, and is owned and maintained by an individual or group.
Dry stone
Dry stone is a building method by which structures are constructed from stones without any mortar to bind them together.
Dry stone is a building method by which structures are constructed from stones without any mortar to bind them together.
Electric fence
An electric fence is a barrier that uses electric shocks to deter animals or people from crossing a boundary.
An electric fence is a barrier that uses electric shocks to deter animals or people from crossing a boundary.
Electric gates
Electric gates are an easy way to ensure the security of private premises and can be used for all sized properties.
Electric gates are an easy way to ensure the security of private premises and can be used for all sized properties.
Exedra
In architecture, an exedra is a semicircular recess or plinth, often crowned by a semi-dome, which is often set into a building's facade.
In architecture, an exedra is a semicircular recess or plinth, often crowned by a semi-dome, which is often set into a building's facade.
Eyecatchers
The Eyecatcher is a term used to describe something artificial which has been placed in the landscape, as a focal point, quite literally to "catch the eye".
The Eyecatcher is a term used to describe something artificial which has been placed in the landscape, as a focal point, quite literally to "catch the eye".
Fire pit
Fire pits have been in existence for a very long time and despite many technological advancements since the advent of man's use of fire, they have remained a popular item because of their versat...
Fire pits have been in existence for a very long time and despite many technological advancements since the advent of man's use of fire, they have remained a popular item because of their versat...
Flagstone
Flagstone (flag) is a generic flat stone, usually used for paving slabs or walkways, patios, fences and roofing.
Flagstone (flag) is a generic flat stone, usually used for paving slabs or walkways, patios, fences and roofing.
Flower box
A flower box is a planter box that is usually placed outdoors and used for displaying live plants and flowers, but it may also be used for growing herbs or other edible plants.
A flower box is a planter box that is usually placed outdoors and used for displaying live plants and flowers, but it may also be used for growing herbs or other edible plants.
Folly
In architecture, a folly is a building constructed primarily for decoration, but either suggesting by its appearance some other purpose, or merely so extravagant that it transcends the normal ra...
In architecture, a folly is a building constructed primarily for decoration, but either suggesting by its appearance some other purpose, or merely so extravagant that it transcends the normal ra...
Footbridge
A footbridge or pedestrian bridge is a bridge designed for pedestrians and in some cases cyclists, animal traffic and horse riders, rather than vehicular traffic.
A footbridge or pedestrian bridge is a bridge designed for pedestrians and in some cases cyclists, animal traffic and horse riders, rather than vehicular traffic.
Footpath
A footpath is a type of thoroughfare that is intended for use by pedestrians but not other forms of traffic, such as motorized vehicles.
A footpath is a type of thoroughfare that is intended for use by pedestrians but not other forms of traffic, such as motorized vehicles.
Fountain
A fountain (from the Latin "fons" or "fontis", a source or spring) is a piece of architecture which pours water into a basin or jets it into the air either to supply drinking water or for decora...
A fountain (from the Latin "fons" or "fontis", a source or spring) is a piece of architecture which pours water into a basin or jets it into the air either to supply drinking water or for decora...
Garden buildings
A garden building is any structure built in a garden or backyard.
A garden building is any structure built in a garden or backyard.
Garden conservatory
A garden conservatory is usually a small conservatory usually attached to a private house.
A garden conservatory is usually a small conservatory usually attached to a private house.
Garden furniture
Garden furniture, also called patio furniture and outdoor furniture, is a type of furniture specifically designed for outdoor use.
Garden furniture, also called patio furniture and outdoor furniture, is a type of furniture specifically designed for outdoor use.
Garden gnome liberationists
Garden gnome liberationists are individuals and groups advocating the "freedom" of garden gnomes, small decorative ceramic bearded characters, often by stealing them and moving them to new locations.
Garden gnome liberationists are individuals and groups advocating the "freedom" of garden gnomes, small decorative ceramic bearded characters, often by stealing them and moving them to new locations.
Garden ornament
A Garden ornament is an item used for garden, landscape, and park enhancement and decoration.
A Garden ornament is an item used for garden, landscape, and park enhancement and decoration.
Garden pond
A garden pond is a water feature constructed in a garden, normally either for aesthetic purposes or to provide wildlife habitat.
A garden pond is a water feature constructed in a garden, normally either for aesthetic purposes or to provide wildlife habitat.
Garden railway
A garden railroad or garden railway (Railroad in the US, railway elsewhere) is a model railway system set up outdoors in a garden.
A garden railroad or garden railway (Railroad in the US, railway elsewhere) is a model railway system set up outdoors in a garden.
Garden trellis
A garden trellis is a structure used to support plants, either by tying the plants to the trellis or by allowing climbing plants to bind themselves to the structure.
A garden trellis is a structure used to support plants, either by tying the plants to the trellis or by allowing climbing plants to bind themselves to the structure.
Gate
A gate or gateway is a point of entry to a space enclosed by walls, or a moderately sized opening in a fence.
A gate or gateway is a point of entry to a space enclosed by walls, or a moderately sized opening in a fence.
Gate operator
A gate operator is a mechanical device used for opening and closing a gate, such as one at the end of a driveway.
A gate operator is a mechanical device used for opening and closing a gate, such as one at the end of a driveway.
Gazebo
A gazebo is a pavilion structure, sometimes octagonal, that may be built, in parks, gardens, and spacious public areas.
A gazebo is a pavilion structure, sometimes octagonal, that may be built, in parks, gardens, and spacious public areas.
Grape arbor (hieroglyph)
The Ancient Egyptian Grape arbor hieroglyph is Gardiner sign listed no.
The Ancient Egyptian Grape arbor hieroglyph is Gardiner sign listed no.
Grating
A grating is any regularly spaced collection of essentially identical, parallel, elongated elements.
A grating is any regularly spaced collection of essentially identical, parallel, elongated elements.
Green roof
A green roof or living roof is a roof of a building that is partially or completely covered with vegetation and a growing medium, planted over a waterproofing membrane.
A green roof or living roof is a roof of a building that is partially or completely covered with vegetation and a growing medium, planted over a waterproofing membrane.
Green wall
A green wall is a wall, either free-standing or part of a building, that is partially or completely covered with vegetation and, in some cases, soil or an inorganic growing medium.
A green wall is a wall, either free-standing or part of a building, that is partially or completely covered with vegetation and, in some cases, soil or an inorganic growing medium.
Grotto
A grotto (Italian grotta and French "grotte") is any type of natural or artificial cave that is associated with modern, historic or prehistoric use by humans.
A grotto (Italian grotta and French "grotte") is any type of natural or artificial cave that is associated with modern, historic or prehistoric use by humans.
Ha-ha
Ha-ha is a term in garden design that refers to a trench, one side of which is concealed from view, designed to allow an unobstructed view from a garden, pleasure ground, or park, while maintain...
Ha-ha is a term in garden design that refers to a trench, one side of which is concealed from view, designed to allow an unobstructed view from a garden, pleasure ground, or park, while maintain...
Handrail
A handrail is a rail that is designed to be grasped by the hand so as to provide stability or support.
A handrail is a rail that is designed to be grasped by the hand so as to provide stability or support.
Hardscape
Hardscape, in the practice of landscaping, refers to the paved areas like streets & sidewalks, large business complexes & housing developments, and other industrial areas where the upper soil pr...
Hardscape, in the practice of landscaping, refers to the paved areas like streets & sidewalks, large business complexes & housing developments, and other industrial areas where the upper soil pr...
Hedge
A hedge or hedgerow is a line of closely spaced shrubs and tree species, planted and trained in such a way as to form a barrier or to mark the boundary of an area.
A hedge or hedgerow is a line of closely spaced shrubs and tree species, planted and trained in such a way as to form a barrier or to mark the boundary of an area.
Hedge maze
A Hedge Maze is an outdoor garden maze or labyrinth in which the "walls" or dividers between passages are made of vertical hedges.
A Hedge Maze is an outdoor garden maze or labyrinth in which the "walls" or dividers between passages are made of vertical hedges.
Herbaceous border
A herbaceous border is a collection of perennial herbaceous plants (plants that live for more than two years and are soft-stemmed and non-woody) arranged closely together, usually to create a d...
A herbaceous border is a collection of perennial herbaceous plants (plants that live for more than two years and are soft-stemmed and non-woody) arranged closely together, usually to create a d...
Horaisan
Horaisan (蓬莱山), or horaijima (蓬莱島), are terms used to refer to an inaccessible island that generally is part of a Japanese garden, and are often translated as 'Treasure Mountain' ...
Horaisan (蓬莱山), or horaijima (蓬莱島), are terms used to refer to an inaccessible island that generally is part of a Japanese garden, and are often translated as 'Treasure Mountain' ...
Horno
Horno is a mud adobe-built outdoor oven used by Native Americans and early settlers of North America.
Horno is a mud adobe-built outdoor oven used by Native Americans and early settlers of North America.
Hot tub
A hot tub is a large tub or small pool full of heated water and used for soaking, relaxation, massage, or hydrotherapy.
A hot tub is a large tub or small pool full of heated water and used for soaking, relaxation, massage, or hydrotherapy.
Hypertufa
Hypertufa is an anthropic rock made from various aggregates bonded together using Portland cement.
Hypertufa is an anthropic rock made from various aggregates bonded together using Portland cement.
Infinity edge pool
An infinity edge pool is a swimming or reflecting pool which produces a visual effect of water extending to the horizon, vanishing, or extending to "infinity".
An infinity edge pool is a swimming or reflecting pool which produces a visual effect of water extending to the horizon, vanishing, or extending to "infinity".
Ironwork
Ironwork is any weapon, artwork, utensil or architectural feature made of iron especially used for decoration.
Ironwork is any weapon, artwork, utensil or architectural feature made of iron especially used for decoration.
Jeux d'eau
Jeux d'eau (Italian giochi d'acqua) or "water games", is an umbrella term in the history of gardens for the "water features" that were introduced into mid-16th century Mannerist Italian gardens.
Jeux d'eau (Italian giochi d'acqua) or "water games", is an umbrella term in the history of gardens for the "water features" that were introduced into mid-16th century Mannerist Italian gardens.
Kitchen garden
The traditional kitchen garden, also known as a kailyard, or potager, (in French, jardin potager) is a space separate from the rest of the residential garden - the ornamental pla...
The traditional kitchen garden, also known as a kailyard, or potager, (in French, jardin potager) is a space separate from the rest of the residential garden - the ornamental pla...
Koi pond
Koi ponds are ponds used for holding koi, usually as part of a landscape.
Koi ponds are ponds used for holding koi, usually as part of a landscape.
Labyrinth
In Greek mythology, the Labyrinth (Greek λαβύρινθος labyrinthos, "place of the double-axe," possibly the building complex at Knossos) was an elaborate structure designed and built by...
In Greek mythology, the Labyrinth (Greek λαβύρινθος labyrinthos, "place of the double-axe," possibly the building complex at Knossos) was an elaborate structure designed and built by...
Landscape lighting
Landscape lighting or garden lighting refers to the use of outdoor illumination of private gardens and public landscapes; for the enhancement and purposes of safety, nighttime aesthetics, ...
Landscape lighting or garden lighting refers to the use of outdoor illumination of private gardens and public landscapes; for the enhancement and purposes of safety, nighttime aesthetics, ...
Landscape products
Landscape products refers to a group of building industry products used by garden designers and landscape architects and exhibited at trade fairs devoted to these industries.
Landscape products refers to a group of building industry products used by garden designers and landscape architects and exhibited at trade fairs devoted to these industries.
Latticework
Latticework is a framework consisting of a criss-crossed pattern of strips of building material, typically wood or metal.
Latticework is a framework consisting of a criss-crossed pattern of strips of building material, typically wood or metal.
Letter box
A letter box, letterbox, letter plate, letter hole, mail slot, or mailbox is a receptacle for receiving incoming mail at a private residence or business.
A letter box, letterbox, letter plate, letter hole, mail slot, or mailbox is a receptacle for receiving incoming mail at a private residence or business.
Lighting
Lighting or illumination is the deliberate application of light to achieve some practical or aesthetic effect.
Lighting or illumination is the deliberate application of light to achieve some practical or aesthetic effect.
Living wall
A green wall is a wall, either free-standing or part of a building, that is partially or completely covered with vegetation and, in some cases, soil or an inorganic growing medium.
A green wall is a wall, either free-standing or part of a building, that is partially or completely covered with vegetation and, in some cases, soil or an inorganic growing medium.
Loggia
A loggia is an architectural feature that refers to a gallery or corridor at ground level, sometimes higher, on the facade of a building and open to the air on one side, where it is supported b...
A loggia is an architectural feature that refers to a gallery or corridor at ground level, sometimes higher, on the facade of a building and open to the air on one side, where it is supported b...
Maze
A maze is a tour puzzle in the form of a complex branching passage through which the solver must find a route.
A maze is a tour puzzle in the form of a complex branching passage through which the solver must find a route.
Mihashira Torii
Mihashira Torii or Mitsubashira Torii are a type of torii gate found in Shinto architecture.
Mihashira Torii or Mitsubashira Torii are a type of torii gate found in Shinto architecture.
Monument
A monument is a type of structure either explicitly created to commemorate a person or important event or which has become important to a social group as a part of their remembrance of historic ...
A monument is a type of structure either explicitly created to commemorate a person or important event or which has become important to a social group as a part of their remembrance of historic ...
Moon bridge
A moon bridge is a highly arched pedestrian bridge, which in its wooden form may require the walker to initially climb (as one would a ladder) and also when descending.
A moon bridge is a highly arched pedestrian bridge, which in its wooden form may require the walker to initially climb (as one would a ladder) and also when descending.
Moon gate
A Moon Gate is a circular opening in a garden wall that acts as a pedestrian passageway, and a traditional architectural element in Chinese gardens.
A Moon Gate is a circular opening in a garden wall that acts as a pedestrian passageway, and a traditional architectural element in Chinese gardens.
Natural building
A natural building involves a range of building systems and materials that place major emphasis on sustainability.
A natural building involves a range of building systems and materials that place major emphasis on sustainability.
Nest box
Nest boxes are usually wooden, though some for birds are made from a mixture of wood and concrete, called woodcrete.
Nest boxes are usually wooden, though some for birds are made from a mixture of wood and concrete, called woodcrete.
Nymphaeum
A nymphaeum or nymphaion (νυμφαίον), in ancient Greece and Rome, was a monument consecrated to the nymphs, especially those of springs.
A nymphaeum or nymphaion (νυμφαίον), in ancient Greece and Rome, was a monument consecrated to the nymphs, especially those of springs.
Obelisk
An obelisk is a tall, four-sided, narrow tapering monument which ends in a pyramid-like shape at the top, and is said to resemble a petrified ray of the sun-disk.
An obelisk is a tall, four-sided, narrow tapering monument which ends in a pyramid-like shape at the top, and is said to resemble a petrified ray of the sun-disk.
Orangery
An orangery was a building in the grounds of fashionable residences from the 17th to the 19th centuries and given a classicising architectural form.
An orangery was a building in the grounds of fashionable residences from the 17th to the 19th centuries and given a classicising architectural form.
Outdoor cooking
Outdoor cooking differs substantially from kitchen-based cooking, the most obvious difference being lack of an easily defined kitchen area.
Outdoor cooking differs substantially from kitchen-based cooking, the most obvious difference being lack of an easily defined kitchen area.
Outdoor fireplace
An outdoor fireplace is a place for building fires outside of the home.
An outdoor fireplace is a place for building fires outside of the home.
Park furniture
Park furniture is similar to street furniture but located in a park or garden.
Park furniture is similar to street furniture but located in a park or garden.
Patio
A patio is an outdoor space generally used for dining or recreation that adjoins a residence and is typically paved.
A patio is an outdoor space generally used for dining or recreation that adjoins a residence and is typically paved.
Pergola
A pergola, arbor or arbour is a garden feature forming a shaded walkway, passageway or sitting area of vertical posts or pillars that usually support cross-beams and a sturdy ope...
A pergola, arbor or arbour is a garden feature forming a shaded walkway, passageway or sitting area of vertical posts or pillars that usually support cross-beams and a sturdy ope...
Peristyle
In Hellenistic Greek and Roman architecture a peristyle is a columned porch or open colonnade in a building surrounding a court that may contain an internal garden.
In Hellenistic Greek and Roman architecture a peristyle is a columned porch or open colonnade in a building surrounding a court that may contain an internal garden.
Picnic table
A picnic table (or sometimes a picnic bench) is a modified table with attached benches, designed for eating a meal outdoors (picnicking).
A picnic table (or sometimes a picnic bench) is a modified table with attached benches, designed for eating a meal outdoors (picnicking).
Pit barbecue
A pit barbecue is a method and constructed item for barbecue cooking meat and root vegetables buried below the surface of the earth.
A pit barbecue is a method and constructed item for barbecue cooking meat and root vegetables buried below the surface of the earth.
Pleaching
Pleaching is a technique that may be used to train trees into a raised hedge or to form a quincunx.
Pleaching is a technique that may be used to train trees into a raised hedge or to form a quincunx.
Plunge pool
A plunge pool (or plunge basin or waterfall lake) can be a natural hydrologic fluvial landform feature or a constructed recreational garden feature.
A plunge pool (or plunge basin or waterfall lake) can be a natural hydrologic fluvial landform feature or a constructed recreational garden feature.
Pool fence
A pool fence is a type of fence placed around backyard swimming pools, commonly to improve pool safety and to help prevent small children from accidentally falling into the pool and drowning.
A pool fence is a type of fence placed around backyard swimming pools, commonly to improve pool safety and to help prevent small children from accidentally falling into the pool and drowning.
Porch
A porch (from Old French porche, from Latin porticus ‘colonnade,’ from porta ‘passage’) is external to the walls of the main building proper, but may be enclosed by screen, latticework, broad w...
A porch (from Old French porche, from Latin porticus ‘colonnade,’ from porta ‘passage’) is external to the walls of the main building proper, but may be enclosed by screen, latticework, broad w...
Portico
A portico (from Italian) is a porch leading to the entrance of a building, or extended as a colonnade, with a roof structure over a walkway, supported by columns or enclosed by walls.
A portico (from Italian) is a porch leading to the entrance of a building, or extended as a colonnade, with a roof structure over a walkway, supported by columns or enclosed by walls.
Portuguese pavement
Portuguese pavement, is a traditional style pavement used for many pedestrian areas in Portugal, while it can also be found in Olivença and throughout old Portuguese colonies such as Brazil and ...
Portuguese pavement, is a traditional style pavement used for many pedestrian areas in Portugal, while it can also be found in Olivença and throughout old Portuguese colonies such as Brazil and ...
Processional walkway
A processional walkway is a ceremonial walkway in use since ancient times.
A processional walkway is a ceremonial walkway in use since ancient times.
Public art
The term public art properly refers to works of art in any media that have been planned and executed with the specific intention of being sited or staged in the physical public domain, usually...
The term public art properly refers to works of art in any media that have been planned and executed with the specific intention of being sited or staged in the physical public domain, usually...
Pulhamite
Pulhamite was a patented anthropic rock 'material' invented by James Pulham (1820-98) of the firm James Pulham and Son of Broxbourne.
Pulhamite was a patented anthropic rock 'material' invented by James Pulham (1820-98) of the firm James Pulham and Son of Broxbourne.
Reflecting pool
A reflecting pool or reflection pool is a water feature found in gardens, parks, and at memorial sites.
A reflecting pool or reflection pool is a water feature found in gardens, parks, and at memorial sites.
Resin wicker
Resin wicker, also known as all-weather wicker, is manufactured predominantly for use in outdoor furniture.
Resin wicker, also known as all-weather wicker, is manufactured predominantly for use in outdoor furniture.
Retractable screen
Retractable screens provide a barrier to insects entering the interior while allowing the option of an unobstructed view, without a traditional hinged or sliding screen door.
Retractable screens provide a barrier to insects entering the interior while allowing the option of an unobstructed view, without a traditional hinged or sliding screen door.
Roof deck
The roof deck is the roofing material layer between the primary structural components (trusses & joists) and either insulative layers or weatherproofing layers in a typical roof system.
The roof deck is the roofing material layer between the primary structural components (trusses & joists) and either insulative layers or weatherproofing layers in a typical roof system.
Roof lantern
The term roof lantern in its most common use today describes a multi-paned glass structure that sits atop a typically flat roof in order to provide natural light into the room below.
The term roof lantern in its most common use today describes a multi-paned glass structure that sits atop a typically flat roof in order to provide natural light into the room below.
Rumford fireplace
The Rumford fireplace is a tall, shallow fireplace designed by Sir Benjamin Thompson, Count Rumford, born 1753 in Woburn, Massachusetts, an Anglo-American physicist who was known for his investi...
The Rumford fireplace is a tall, shallow fireplace designed by Sir Benjamin Thompson, Count Rumford, born 1753 in Woburn, Massachusetts, an Anglo-American physicist who was known for his investi...
Salt water chlorination
Salt water chlorination is a process that uses dissolved salt (1,800–6,000 ppm) as a store for the chlorination system.
Salt water chlorination is a process that uses dissolved salt (1,800–6,000 ppm) as a store for the chlorination system.
Sculpture trail
A sculpture trail is, most often, a permanent series of large, outdoor sculptures located in a woodland or parkland settings, with public walkways giving access to the sculptures.
A sculpture trail is, most often, a permanent series of large, outdoor sculptures located in a woodland or parkland settings, with public walkways giving access to the sculptures.
Sense of place
The term sense of place has been defined and used in many different ways by many different people.
The term sense of place has been defined and used in many different ways by many different people.
Shade garden
Shade gardens are gardens planted and grown in areas with little or no direct sunlight during the day, either under trees or on the shady sides of buildings.
Shade gardens are gardens planted and grown in areas with little or no direct sunlight during the day, either under trees or on the shady sides of buildings.
Shed
A shed is typically a simple, single-story structure in a back garden or on an allotment that is used for storage, hobbies, or as a workshop.
A shed is typically a simple, single-story structure in a back garden or on an allotment that is used for storage, hobbies, or as a workshop.
Skyrise greenery
The term Skyrise greenery describes rooftop gardens and planting on parts of the building such as Roof decks, podium gardens, facade greenery, and balcony plantings.
The term Skyrise greenery describes rooftop gardens and planting on parts of the building such as Roof decks, podium gardens, facade greenery, and balcony plantings.
Sliding glass door
A Sliding glass door or Patio door, a type of sliding door in architecture and construction, is a large glass window opening in a structure that provide door access from a room to the outd...
A Sliding glass door or Patio door, a type of sliding door in architecture and construction, is a large glass window opening in a structure that provide door access from a room to the outd...
Soft landscape materials
The term soft landscape is used by practitioners of landscape design, landscape architecture, and garden design; and gardeners to describe the vegetative materials which are used to improve ...
The term soft landscape is used by practitioners of landscape design, landscape architecture, and garden design; and gardeners to describe the vegetative materials which are used to improve ...
Space in landscape design
Space in landscape design refers to theories about the meaning and Nature of Space as a volume and as an element of design.
Space in landscape design refers to theories about the meaning and Nature of Space as a volume and as an element of design.
Spirit of place
Spirit of place (or soul) refers to the unique, distinctive and cherished aspects of a place; often those celebrated by artists and writers, but also those cherished in folk tales, festivals...
Spirit of place (or soul) refers to the unique, distinctive and cherished aspects of a place; often those celebrated by artists and writers, but also those cherished in folk tales, festivals...
Split-rail fence
A split-rail fence or log fence is a type of fence constructed out of timber logs, usually split lengthwise into rails and typically used for agricultural or decorative fencing.
A split-rail fence or log fence is a type of fence constructed out of timber logs, usually split lengthwise into rails and typically used for agricultural or decorative fencing.
Spray pool
A spray pool is a recreation area and water feature, often in a public park, that sprays water so that users can play in it.
A spray pool is a recreation area and water feature, often in a public park, that sprays water so that users can play in it.
Stairway
Stairway, staircase, stairwell, flight of stairs, or simply stairs are names for a construction designed to bridge a large vertical distance by dividing it into smaller...
Stairway, staircase, stairwell, flight of stairs, or simply stairs are names for a construction designed to bridge a large vertical distance by dividing it into smaller...
Step-stone bridge
A Step-stone bridge is a simple bridging means for a pedestrian to cross a natural watercourse or pond, or a garden's water feature.
A Step-stone bridge is a simple bridging means for a pedestrian to cross a natural watercourse or pond, or a garden's water feature.
Stile
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A stile is a structure which provides people a passage through or over a fence or bocgjkjgjkgjkgjkkgjkkgjkkgjkkgundary via steps, ladders, or narrow gaps.
Stone wall
Stone walls are a kind of masonry construction which have been made for thousands of years.
Stone walls are a kind of masonry construction which have been made for thousands of years.
Subtropical Climate Vegetated Roof
A subtropical climate vegetated roof (SCV roof) is a type of green building practice that employs a planted soil media installed above a waterproof roof deck to obtain environmental benefi...
A subtropical climate vegetated roof (SCV roof) is a type of green building practice that employs a planted soil media installed above a waterproof roof deck to obtain environmental benefi...
Subtropical climate vegetated roof
A subtropical climate vegetated roof is a type of green building practice that employs a planted soil media installed above a waterproof roof deck to obtain environmental benefits and address su...
A subtropical climate vegetated roof is a type of green building practice that employs a planted soil media installed above a waterproof roof deck to obtain environmental benefits and address su...
Sunburst
A Sunburst is a design or figure commonly used in architectural ornaments and design patterns.
A Sunburst is a design or figure commonly used in architectural ornaments and design patterns.
Sunlounger
A sunlounger, also called a chaise longue in the U.S., is an article of patio, garden, swimming pool deck, or beach-side outdoor furniture.
A sunlounger, also called a chaise longue in the U.S., is an article of patio, garden, swimming pool deck, or beach-side outdoor furniture.
Sustainable gardening
Sustainable gardening comprises a disparate group of horticultural interests that share, to a greater or lesser extent, the aims and objectives associated with the international post-1980s sust...
Sustainable gardening comprises a disparate group of horticultural interests that share, to a greater or lesser extent, the aims and objectives associated with the international post-1980s sust...
Sustainable landscaping
Sustainable landscaping encompasses a variety of practices that have developed in response to environmental issues.
Sustainable landscaping encompasses a variety of practices that have developed in response to environmental issues.
Swimming machine
A swimming machine is a resistance swimming apparatus, often self-contained, enabling the swimmer to swim in place.
A swimming machine is a resistance swimming apparatus, often self-contained, enabling the swimmer to swim in place.
Swimming pool
A swimming pool, swimming bath, wading pool, paddling pool, or simply a pool, is a container filled with water intended for swimming or water-based recreation.
A swimming pool, swimming bath, wading pool, paddling pool, or simply a pool, is a container filled with water intended for swimming or water-based recreation.
Sylvan theater
A sylvan theater—sometimes called a greenery theater (théâtre de verdure)—is a type of outdoor theater situated in a wooded (sylvan) setting.
A sylvan theater—sometimes called a greenery theater (théâtre de verdure)—is a type of outdoor theater situated in a wooded (sylvan) setting.
Tea garden
A tea garden was a place to drink tea and stroll around lawns, ponds and view statues.
A tea garden was a place to drink tea and stroll around lawns, ponds and view statues.
Temporary fencing
Temporary Fence is used where building a permanent fence is either impractical or unneeded.
Temporary Fence is used where building a permanent fence is either impractical or unneeded.
Terrace garden
In gardening, a terrace is an element where a raised flat paved or gravelled section overlooks a prospect.
In gardening, a terrace is an element where a raised flat paved or gravelled section overlooks a prospect.
Therapeutic garden
A Therapeutic Garden is an outdoor garden space that has been specifically designed to meet the physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of the people using the garden as well as thei...
A Therapeutic Garden is an outdoor garden space that has been specifically designed to meet the physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of the people using the garden as well as thei...
Tree house
Tree houses, treehouses, or tree forts, are platforms or buildings constructed around, next to or among the trunk or branches of one or more mature trees while above ground level.
Tree houses, treehouses, or tree forts, are platforms or buildings constructed around, next to or among the trunk or branches of one or more mature trees while above ground level.
Trellis (architecture)
A trellis is an architectural structure, usually made from interwoven pieces of wood, bamboo or metal that is often made to support climbing plants.
A trellis is an architectural structure, usually made from interwoven pieces of wood, bamboo or metal that is often made to support climbing plants.
Turf maze
Historically, a turf maze is a labyrinth made by cutting a convoluted path into a level area of short grass, turf or lawn.
Historically, a turf maze is a labyrinth made by cutting a convoluted path into a level area of short grass, turf or lawn.
Walkway
In US English, a walkway is a composite or umbrella term for all engineered surfaces or structures which support the use of trails.
In US English, a walkway is a composite or umbrella term for all engineered surfaces or structures which support the use of trails.
Water feature
In landscape architecture and garden design, a water feature is one or more items from a range of fountains, pools, ponds, cascades, waterfalls, and streams.
In landscape architecture and garden design, a water feature is one or more items from a range of fountains, pools, ponds, cascades, waterfalls, and streams.
Watering trough
A watering trough is a receptacle for the storage of water so both domestic and non-domestic livestock can obtain drinking water.
A watering trough is a receptacle for the storage of water so both domestic and non-domestic livestock can obtain drinking water.
Windbreak
A windbreak or shelterbelt is a plantation usually made up of one or more rows of trees or shrubs planted in such a manner as to provide shelter from the wind and to protect soil from erosion.
A windbreak or shelterbelt is a plantation usually made up of one or more rows of trees or shrubs planted in such a manner as to provide shelter from the wind and to protect soil from erosion.
Wrought iron
Wrought iron is an iron alloy with a very low carbon content, in comparison to steel, and has fibrous inclusions, known as slag.
Wrought iron is an iron alloy with a very low carbon content, in comparison to steel, and has fibrous inclusions, known as slag.
Yard light
A yard light is a free standing light source, often electrical or natural gas, usually placed near an outdoor path or driveway to provide visibility in dark areas or areas that become dark at ce...
A yard light is a free standing light source, often electrical or natural gas, usually placed near an outdoor path or driveway to provide visibility in dark areas or areas that become dark at ce...
Yett
A yett (from the Old English and Scots language word for "gate") is a gate or grille of latticed wrought iron bars used for defensive purposes in castles and tower houses.
A yett (from the Old English and Scots language word for "gate") is a gate or grille of latticed wrought iron bars used for defensive purposes in castles and tower houses.
Zig-zag bridge
A zig-zag bridge is a pedestrian bridge composed of short segments, each set at an angle relative to its neighbors and usually with an alternating right and left turn required when traveling acr...
A zig-zag bridge is a pedestrian bridge composed of short segments, each set at an angle relative to its neighbors and usually with an alternating right and left turn required when traveling acr...