Swan House

The restoration of Shutze’s boxwood garden at Swan House involved archeological level site research to determine original materials and elevations. Changes made during construction were revealed during site measuring and surveying. Drainage problems exacerbated by questionable maintenance practices were corrected.

Shutze Garden Restoration

The illustrative of the garden reveals the secondary paths and clever planting choices.

Classical Garden

Shutze’s garden was inspired by his years in Rome. He called this “A green garden in the Italian style.”

English Boxwood Classical Garden

Though romantic and lush the careful observer will see dying English boxwood and the loss of the original garden structure, planting, and material. Indulgence has its limits.

Fountain and
Swan House Screen Porch

This remarkable screen porch overlooks the garden and its serene fountains.

Tile Edging Limestone Path

The garden paths rendered in crushed limestone bordered by terracotta tile.

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Tunnell & Tunnell

Landscape Architecture

1123 Zonolite Road, Suite 20A
Atlanta, GA 30306