Concrete Garden

Category: Nature > Garden

District: Aveiro > Águeda > Águeda

Location

The Concrete Garden is located in the town of Águeda, more specifically in the Barril area, within the municipality of Águeda, in the district of Aveiro. This unique space offers its visitors a place of tranquility and discovery, situated in an environment that combines urban proximity with the serenity of more open areas.

Its position in Barril allows for an immersive experience in a context that, although close to the center of Águeda, invites a pause and contemplation of a distinct landscape proposal. It is a place that gradually reveals itself as one explores its contours and details.

Concept and Materials

In Águeda, the Concrete Garden stands out for its particularity in landscape composition. Here, concrete, a material usually associated with urban environments and construction, takes a central role in the creation of this space. It is not limited to mere paving but is deliberately used to delineate paths, define zones, and support various components, whether artistic or functional.

Its presence is fundamental to defining the character of the place, where the robustness of concrete combines with the delicacy of natural forms. The concrete elements appear with different textures and contours, contributing to a contemporary identity that invites close observation and understanding of the interconnection between the built and the surrounding environment.

Dialogue of Contrasts

The Concrete Garden offers a setting where the solidity of concrete contrasts and harmonizes with the vitality of plant species, generating a distinct visual and tactile richness. Natural light, when falling on the textured surfaces of the concrete and through the shadows cast by the foliage, gives the space an atmosphere in constant flux throughout the day.

This duality between the firmness of the material and the organic nature of the plants creates an environment that stimulates the senses, inviting contemplation of details and the enjoyment of a landscape proposal that celebrates the union of seemingly disparate components.

Environment and Contemplation

The Concrete Garden was conceived as a place that fosters an experience of quietude and reflection. The organization of its elements, from the green areas to the concrete structures and any aquatic features, was planned to create pathways that captivate the eye and senses, fostering an environment of serenity.

It is a space that invites a leisurely stroll, observation of the intricate relationship between materials and vegetation, and enjoyment of an area that expresses a modern perspective on landscape design.

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt