Garden design is the art and practice of designing and making plans for the layout and planting of gardens and landscapes.

It is not only limited to the arrangement of plants, but also includes the choice of building materials, accessories, and sometimes architectural structures. It is a creative process that combines nature and culture, in which the designer works with living elements such as plants, but also with earth, water and rocks, to create an aesthetic and functional environment.

Garden design can range from small private spaces to large urban landscape plans, and can include indoor or outdoor gardens. A good garden design considers aspects such as the topography of the land, exposure to sun and wind, microclimate, and type of soil, as well as respecting the tastes and needs of the owner.

The green designer, also known as landscape architect or garden designer, is a specialized professional who works at the crossroads between architecture and gardening. His role is to design green spaces such as gardens, parks and urban green areas, integrating technical, agronomic and botanical knowledge:
• Design: Create detailed plans for the layout and planting of green spaces, taking into account topography, climate and cultural context
• Aesthetics and Functionality: Balancing visual appeal with practical functionality, ensuring that green spaces are not only beautiful, but also useful and sustainable
• Plant Knowledge: Having a deep understanding of plant species, knowing which plants are best suited for certain environmental conditions and how to combine them to achieve the desired effect
• Materials and Construction: Select appropriate materials for paths, walls, fences and other structures, and supervise their installation
• Sustainability: Incorporate eco-friendly practices, such as stormwater management and native plant choice, to promote biodiversity
• Collaboration: Work closely with architects, planners, engineers and clients to integrate greenery into the built environment
• Project Management: Oversee the entire process, from concept to implementation, ensuring the project stays on time and on budget

SOME REALIZATIONS
Certainly, there are several garden design projects that have gained international fame for their innovation and beauty:

1. The Vertical Forest in Milan: Designed by Stefano Boeri, the Vertical Forest is an example of sustainable architecture that integrates nature into the urban fabric. It consists of two residential towers that host over two thousand plants including shrubs and trees
2. The Gardens of Pietro Porcinai: Pietro Porcinai was one of the best-known Italian landscape architects. Among his most representative projects are the garden with swimming pool and greenhouse of Villa la Terrazza, the landscaping of Palazzo Eni and the residential village in Rome, and the Pinocchio Park in Pistoia
3. Roberto Burle Marx's Projects: Brazilian architect, Burle Marx is known for his ability to integrate nature, architecture and art. Among his most famous works are the hanging gardens of the Ministry of Health and Education in Rio de Janeiro and Flamengo Park, also in Rio

These projects are just some examples of how garden design can transform both public and private spaces into places of beauty and sustainability, creating environments that improve the quality of urban life.

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