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Garden paths and walkways
Garden paths are a part of the actual construction, an integral part of the garden composition, a zoning tool. Aside from their obvious utility, pathways are necessary to the cohesive integrity of the garden, linking together all garden elements. Appropriate paving materials can transform the garden and add functionality. Types of garden pathways differ regarding intended placement, shape, materials and dimensions. Flagstone, paving stone, shale or concrete plates are generally used as materials for main garden pathways. An important dimension to consider is width.Read more » -
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Outdoor lighting
Outdoor lights with intense focused beam provide well-lighted areas in the garden. Lights are mounted on high footing, lighting up larger areas. Halogen lamps, LEDs or filament lamps work best here. Outdoor lighting is a basic light source in the garden. It can consist of built-in or suspended luminaires, lights and more powerful floodlights. Outdoor luminaires help to mark out garden paths, ponds and recreation areas, highlight flower garden and small architectural forms. All outdoor lighting solutions, be it a spotlight, accent light or single floodlight are very long lasting and durable.Read more » -
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Solar and LED garden lights
Solar garden lights are used both as main and secondary light source, having nice diffused light. During the day they accumulate solar energy (direct sunlight not being a requirement) and disperse it during evening hours. They are cost-efficient and eco-friendly, precipitation and dust proof. The lights have automatic motion sensor, which turns on and off in due time. Solar garden lights can be used to highlight individual ornamental plants, garden compositions, paths, patios and entrance areas. They can be of different size and shape, have square or rectangular lamps.Read more » -
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Garden Lighting
Garden style determines what kind of lighting you should have. The best lighting option for French style garden are classic lights, combining art forging elements. Forged lanterns should be sturdy and proof against climate conditions. They look great with members of the conifer clan (Ephedra), symmetrical flower beds and parterre lawn. In order for forged street lighting to be long lasting and durable, it is covered with rustproof paint. Forged elements play a big role in creating unique landscape design. Garden lights are a distinctive feature of the garden, highlighting main garden constructions and other design elements.Read more » -
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Garden Water Features
Adding a water feature to your garden is an effective design element, complex hydroengineering system, which can be installed in pools, ponds or lakes. Fountains consist of pump, water reservoir, insulating materials, filters, wiring and pipes. They are generally classified into two groups: indoor and outdoor fountains. The second ones are easily subjected to serious contamination. Litter and foliage leftovers may clog water reservoirs, that’s why having a good filtration system is crucial. Indoor fountains are quite small and as a rule have less complex structure.Read more » -
IL NATURE advertising campaign 2008
The 4th Il Nature advertising campaign highlighted the company’s commitment to blend classic feel and elegance with a truly unique twist. The photos for the campaign were shot in a historic park during the summer of 2008. The photos continued to tell a story of an elegant lady, who is passionate about her garden. Many of the stunning shots will be included in the new Il Nature catalogue.Read more » -
IL NATURE advertising campaign 2004
The 2004 Il Nature advertising campaign was shot in Courances (www.courances.net). The part is known as one of the most beautiful found anywhere in France. It has long been a favourite of film directors. For example, it is where the famous ‘Fan Fan Tulip’, starring Gina Lollobrigida was filmed.Read more » -
Restoration of Chateau Jonval's park
Il Nature has been commissioned to carry out the restoration of Chateau Jonval’s classic park. Both the chateau and park are considered important historic monuments and are protected by the French state. Chateau Jonval lies in the commune of Pierrefonds, and is easily one of the most picturesque chateaus in all of France. It was the source of inspiration for Atos’ Manor in Alexandre Dumas’ classic novel ‘The Three Musketeers’. Il Nature’s talented landscape architects will restore the ancient, romantic park over the coming years. The project includes restoring old staircases, grottoes, cascades, shaded alleys and flower gardens to their original 15th and 16th century grandeur.Read more » -
Astra Montenegro
The modern ‘Astra Montenegro’ villa complex lies on a picturesque stretch of Adriatic coast. The area is of great historical and cultural importance, stretching back through the centuries. An importance that lasts to this day. The complementary classic and modern elements have served as inspiration for Il Nature’s landscape architects in the creation of garden and park areas throughout the complex, leading to a fundamentally new look and feel for a premium-class living space.Read more » -
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Garden Decking designs
Garden decking is a great alternative to gravel and concrete landscape design. Here decking plank or terrace deck are used as materials, as they are commonly used in building open terraces, wharfs and decks. Specially treated cedar decking, larch and teak withstand temperature drops, keep the shape well and are rot-resistant. All these advantages allow to widely use timber decking in landscape design. Eco decking is aesthetically beautiful and blends well with surrounding landscape. Depending on the particular features of a given environment, garden decking might be executed in various colours, using either separate decks or ready-made units.Read more »