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Gordon Elliott at Zen Garden in Las Vegas, Nevada
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Aquariums and Zen Gardens (213)We visit the creators of the world's finest aquariums, where size is no obstacle. From the smallest table top tank to the ultimate aquariums, we see how custom aquascaping turns these miniature ecosystems into harmonious environments. We learn to create one of the most beautiful custom-tailored gardens ever expierenced.
Also, discover how to create your own contemporary landscape that maintains the elegance, simplicity and serene beauty of traditional Japanese gardens as we visit private residences, corporations, hospitals and museums.
Aquarium Facts:
- During the mid 1800's the " Balanced Aquarium" approach was considered the only method for keeping aquarium fish.
- The Aquarium Hobby is the third largest segment of Pet Industry in the United States.
The Article: Aquariums:
- Custom design with rare fish — $$$: $30,000 and upwards
- Saltwater reef tank — $$: $1,200 - $15,000
- Fresh Water starter kit — $: $12 - $200
Where to Buy:
House of Fins
99 Bruce Park Ave
Greenwich, CT 06830
203-661 8131
www.houseoffins.com
James Duplessi
Aquarium Owner
Garden Facts:
- The line between garden and its surrounding landscape is not distinct. The two embody each other in that every aspect of the landscape is in itself a garden. Also, when observing the garden, the visitor should not distinguish the garden from its architecture.
- The Japanese garden embodies native values, their cultural beliefs and religious principles. This is why there is no one prototype for the Japanese garden, just as there is no one native philosophy or aesthetic.
The Article: Tranquility Gardens
- Professionally designed and built -— $$$: $30,000 and upwards
- Professionally assisted — $$: $1,200 - $15,000
- Table Top — $: $10 and up
Where to Buy:
Zen Associates, Inc
124 Boston Post Road
Sudbury, Massachusetts 01776
978-443 6222
800-834 6654
pwhite@zenassociates.com
www.zenassociates.com
Euro Zen Design & Construction
4570 Van Nuys Blvd. #256
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
818-986-1705
Filho Landscaping
391 Midland Avenue
Rye, New York 10580
914-921-0171
Martha Baker Landscape, Inc.
212-517-9060
Contact information:
Peter White
ZEN Associates, Inc
124 Boston Post Road
Sudbury, MA 01776
800-834-6654
www.zenassociates.com
Ruth Rogers Clausen
Country Living Magazine
Hearts Publications
212-649-2573
cl-gardener@hearst.com
Tim Dunnegan
Romanza Garden Living
3545 South Decatur
Las Vegas, NV 89103
702-869-4330
Resources:
Zen In Your Garden: Creating Sacred Spaces
by Jenny Hendy
Art of Zen Gardens: A Guide To Their Creation & Enjoyment
by A. K. Davidson
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