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“What is a garden if not a miniaturization and celebration, of the place we are in, the universe?”

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Charles Jencks
Charles Jencks

Charles Jencks, born on June 21, 1939, is a renowned landscape architect of Scottish origin. His work is globally recognized for its unique style and profound understanding of the natural environment. more

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