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Amsterdam

June 4, 2013 //

Westerpark is one of my favourite parks in one of my favourite cities, Amsterdam. I spent an incredibly memorable spring day there with friends Loulou and Jacob back in 2009.

Westerpark Photos one, two, four & five by Louise Tran, photo three by Jacob Hunt.

While we’re in the city, this Amsterdam restaurant was recently brought to my attention by new work mate and former Dam local Richard.

The greenhouse where De Kas Restaurant is now situated was built in 1928. It was due to be demolished but head chef Gert Jan Hageman bought it from the council (for €1.00) and renovated it into the restaurant and garden it is today. The space is green, sunny and very inviting. In warmer months you can eat amongst the herbs and take tours and workshops in the garden.

Photos by Jet van Fastenhout for De Kas Restaurant.

Tags amsterdam, de kas, de kas restaurant, design, garden, gert jan hageman, greenhouse, interior design, jet van fastenhout, kitchen garden, westerpark

Categories Architecture, Design, Food, Garden, Interior Design, Photos by Sophia, Plants

Floating Gardens

February 15, 2013 //

Kokedama is a type of Japanese bonsai that sees the plant roots and soil held together with moss and string rather than a traditional pot. These guys are taking it a step further and hanging the gardens up in the air.

These floating gardens are a great idea for those living in smaller spaces, but they would bring a sweet quirkiness to any space.

Dutch botanist Fedor Van der Valk is the leader of the floating garden pack.

Floating Garden Photographs String Gardens.