Introduction
There is the idea that the evolution of our world is cyclic. Having created some approach or explored a perspective on a certain phenomenon, society recognized its importance and great impact on its further evolution. However, in the course of its development, these notions become forgotten, and new ones appeared. Yet, the great practical use, importance, or cultural significance of a notion precondition the undying interest and existence of a certain group of admirers who want to revive this approach and make it topical again. This tendency is peculiar to all spheres of human activity. Art and design are not an exception. For instance, the way Colonial Gardens were organized became popular again. The movement aimed at the restoration of its unique features was called Colonial Revival garden.
Colonial period
In general, Colonial Gardens could be taken as an integral part of the American Society of the 1600s (“Colonial Revival in America” par. 5). Being the main resource base for the most powerful European states, America attracted the attention of noble people who recognized the existence of numerous opportunities for evolution. That is why they created their residences there. Trying to underline their status, aristocrats used beautiful architectural styles and approaches to decorating to create the unique image of their dwellings and gardens. These tendencies contributed to the creation of a unique Colonial Gardens style that became one of the main distinctive features of the American landscapes. It combined the usage of rectilinear beds, pathways through the garden, low hedges to enclose it, and other elements of a decor (“Colonial Revival garden” par. 5).
Colonial Revival garden
Thus, the contribution of the given style to the creation of a recognizable image of the American countryside and its impact on the cultural heritage preconditioned the stable interest to this approach. Besides, the Centennial International Exhibition of 1876 that was held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania gave rise to a new round of interest to the colonial garden. The movement was peculiar mainly to the eastern United States where colonial heritage was still strong, and people had the need for the restoration of these approaches. It is difficult to outline a single person who could be considered responsible for the reanimation of these tendencies as there was a group of people who wanted to use the patterns peculiar to the past.
Peculiarities
However, being reanimated, it also obtained several new features that changed it in the way it could satisfy the altered needs and demands. Colonial Revival Gardens do not just replicate the landscape and style of actual colonial gardens (“Colonial Gardens” par. 3). Yet, they could be considered a kind of their romanticized version that is created to appeal to peoples feelings of nostalgia and belonging to the American culture. However, Colonial Revival gardens still give great attention to direct lines and symmetry. Additionally, there are numerous plants that are typical of the colonial area. They are used to create the atmosphere and emphasize the feeling of the past times that were significant for a state and people.
Conclusion
Altogether, the shift of priorities towards the adherence to the past practices and the renewal of the interest to colonial gardens became an important phenomenon that is known as Colonial Revival Gardens. It tends to satisfy peoples needs for the exploration of the traditional images, the satisfaction of the feeling of nostalgia combined with the adherence to new tendencies and practices. For this reason, its popularity remains high, and people still like this very style.
Works Cited
Colonial Gardens. n.d. Web.
Colonial Revival garden. n.d. Web.
Colonial Revival in America. n.d. Web.