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From lush coastal estates or peaceful countryside havens to green oases amid the hustle and bustle of the city, celebrated landscape architect Jean Muss lavish gardenswhether perched above the sea or nestling in the heart of a townare always perfectly integrated into the surrounding environment and incorporate a rich spectrum of Mediterranean influences, including pottery, slate walkways, sleek water channels, and regional flora. Taking readers on an exclusive tour of the most spectacular private Mediterranean gardens, which have made Jean Muss name, this work guides us through the south of France into Greece and Portugal, divulging the stories behind his creations and sharing technical and reflective anecdotes from the designer himself. Accompanied by stunning photographs by the late Vincent Motte, this book offers inspiration to gardeners, landscape artists, and lovers of the Mediterranean region alike.

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"In his book, Private Gardens of the Mediterranean , Mus reveals a sampling of his most gorgeous work-from traditionally groomed gardens of the French Riviera to the more country charms often found in Provence ." -Vogue

"McDowell takes us on a tour of 20 of the talented landscape designer´s projects in this lush region, and the stories behind each reveal Mus´s dedication to celebrating the uniqueness of every flower, shrub, and tree ." -ArchitecturalDigest.com

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