For sure Helen. The garden and landscaping was often an important aspect of the Deco 'package'. Even the ones that still look smart have 'suffered' because the plants have grown so much in the 70, 80 and 90 years since they were planted. For example, pencil pines were sometimes used to flank the doorway but now they tend to be so tall that they overwhelm it.
MELBOURNE ART DECO
In 2009 Robin Grow published a book on Melbourne Art Deco, with images largely supplied by David Thompson. The book quickly sold out and he is pleased to say that it has now been re-published by Brolga Press, with updates, errors corrected and a new cover.
Best of all, it is selling for about $25 in the shops and on-line. Art Deco & Modernism Society members can purchase a copy from me for $22, (includes postage within Australia). For overseas orders please email for postage rates. Contact me at robingrow@ozemail.com.au if you are interested, and advise if you would like the book to be dedicated and/or signed.
The house and gardens are looking a bit tragic now, but they must have once been very smart and modern.
ReplyDeleteFor sure Helen. The garden and landscaping was often an important aspect of the Deco 'package'. Even the ones that still look smart have 'suffered' because the plants have grown so much in the 70, 80 and 90 years since they were planted. For example, pencil pines were sometimes used to flank the doorway but now they tend to be so tall that they overwhelm it.
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