Garden Design Evolution: Master Designer Piet Oudolf Discusses Dramatic Changes and Transformations in Horticulture

In the ever-evolving world of gardening, challenges such as climate fluctuations have added a new layer of complexity. Now, garden designers are not only creating private spaces but are also venturing into the public realm. One of these designers is Tom Stuart-Smith, who is known for his transition into this realm.

The upcoming book, "The New Beautiful: Inspiring Gardens for a Resilient Future," showcases some of the most exciting contemporary gardens and the people behind them. Published by Rizzoli and set to go on sale on September 16, 2025, this book brings together generous imagery with insightful writing.

The book features 52 of the most inspiring and innovative gardens in the UK and around the world. It includes works from top designers such as Andy Sturgeon, Tom Stuart-Smith, Dan Pearson, Arabella Lennox-Boyd, Sarah Price, Heatherwick Studio, and Nigel Dunnett, among others. Some of the gardens featured are Great Dixter and Knepp.

The author of the foreword in this book is Katharine S. White. This book is an invaluable resource for designers and enthusiasts alike, showcasing innovative approaches in gardening, including a lot of experimentation going on, especially with gravel gardens and brownfield gardens.

The UK price for the book is £65, plus £5.75 for tracked postage. For those residing overseas, the prices can be found on the website. The book can be pre-ordered for delivery in a special edition slipcase. The delivery may take up to 28 days from the on-sale date.

For those who have followed the author's work, many of their gardens have been featured in popular magazines. In fact, the author fondly remembers a magazine that arrived regularly from England, always interesting and intriguing. The website GI, a unique publication in the early 1990s, explored gardens that people had never seen before.

Interestingly, the age of people who love the author's work on Instagram is between 25 and 45 years old. It's also worth noting that there is a growing trend of people changing their careers to go into gardening.

This book is a testament to the evolution of gardening and gardens, a field that has changed dramatically since GI first came out. It serves as a beacon of resilience and inspiration for the future of gardening, proving that even in the face of challenges, beauty can still thrive.

The book can be ordered online at ourmediashop.com/GIBOOK25 or by calling 03330 162138 and quoting "GI BOOK 25."

Garden Design Evolution: Master Designer Piet Oudolf Discusses Dramatic Changes and Transformations in Horticulture