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"Japanese gardens have certain intrinsic principles that need to be adhered to, so that it will successfully capture its spirit. Nature is what you must be striving for; it can be idealized or symbolized, but never create something that nature cannot. There is no singular type of design, despite the fact that certain rules apply to every garden; each garden will differ by setting and usage.

"Having said that, there are three basic styles: flat garden, hill and pond, and formality as a design. If the garden is in Japan, it is a Japanese garden; all I can do is make an Australian garden in the Japanese style. At the end of the day it is the feel of the garden that is the important feature.

"Should you require further insights into Japanese gardens please contact IGC and we will happily forward you additional information." Alan la Grange

The Japanese garden in the early stages of development (left)

On the left, pond under construction; on the right, finished pond

On the left, wooden bridge over a dry river bed; on the right, waterlilly in the reflection pond

Finished garden with deck paths, reflection pond, lanterns and raked gravel

View more examples of Japanese gardens:

• Back garden 2
• Front courtyard