Key：USA | 2010 | Park

项目概况:

bartholdi park with two acre, just across independence avenue from the u.s. botanic garden conservatory, created in 1932, is a favorite "secret" garden of many washingtonians. it named for frédéric auguste bartholdi, the sculptor of the historic fountain located at its center. the beds in the park were geometrically arranged and planted in formal classical style to feature the fountain and to accommodate public gatherings. the plantings are constantly updated to showcase new varieties, design trends and garden maintenance methods. it serves as a demonstration garden where visitors can learn to apply the latest horticultural techniques to their home landscapes. the "fountain of light and water" is intended to be an allegorical representation of water and light, designed in three identical sections with classical forms and symbols. turtle-like aquatic monsters and large shells surround the base. the pedestal holds three sea nymphs seem to hold the large basin, which is actually supported by the central column. above the basin, three youthful tritons playfully hold out seaweed. water spills from a crown at the very top into the upper basin, while jets shoot from the mouths of the fish and turtles.