Experiencing these senses centres
upon the brain, the nervous system, and our emotional
receptivity to these sensory stimuli. This is where
the "inner sanctum" of the individual comes
into play. Thus the gardens of sensory delights have
been created.
Touch is examined and expressed through textures in
the garden. These textures are both tactile and visual
through the use of different textured stone surfaces,
variance in the texture and contrasting foliage of plant
species.
Sight is explored and shown through the use of colour
in the garden. Plant species, which are especially colourful
in their foliage or flowers, have been chosen. Hardscape
finishes, particularly deep blue polished terrazzo,
have also been employed to make this garden space more
intensely colourful.
Sound is explored and articulated through both the
sounds of birds and silence found in nature. Certain
plant species are known to attract birds through their
colour, the nectar of their flowers, or their desirability
as nesting locales. A birdbath has been provided among
these plantings. In addition, poles have been provided
in the garden so that residents may bring their caged
singing birds outdoors. Unlike other themed gardens
where running water is ever-present, the sound of silence
is featured in this garden. Water here is handled in
still reflective pools where it quietly and uniformly
flows down stainless steel from one level to the next.
The sense of smell is explored and expressed through
the various scents found in trees and flowers. Fragrant
flowering creepers climbing on and hanging down from
the wooden trellises define this space. |
