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pilot Itabashi Kitamura, 601°Kokutai, 1945.
Completed in 2010 in Itabashi, Japan. Images by Koji Fujii / Nacasa&Partners Inc. This is a house for a hearing-impaired couple and two children with no impairment. The site is located in a dense residential area in Itabashi-ku,...
Impiegando una serie di elementi lignei, disposti in maniera apparentemente casuale, lo studio giapponese ha trasformato un semplice oggetto architettonico in una nuova icona del quartiere Itabashi di Tokyo.
01. Monday Blues 02. A Child Is Born 03. Good Vibes 04. On The Horizon 05. 'Round Midnight06. Here's That Rainy Day Hidefumi Toki (sax)Fumio Itabashi (ds)Ts...
I produced the visual identity of "Bologna Illustrators Exhibition" held at the Itabashi Art Museum in the summer of 2020. Measures against infectious diseases were very important this year in various facilities, and of course it was also necessary at t…
Yesterday saw one of Tokyo's newest and least well known Awaodori festivals, near the northern Itabashi Ward's station Hasune, not very far from Saitama Prefecture. The festival has only a very short history so far so there are very few tourists around. Four teams participated and I caught two of them at the very start,…
Born in a small coastal town in Liguria, Italy, to a Filipina mother and Swiss father, Philip Giordano is a tireless globetrotter, who now lives and works in Tokyo. After studying at the Brera Academy of Fine Arts and at the European Institute of Design, he earned a Master in Animation in Turin. He works for a number of magazines and publishing houses around the world, illustrating book covers, designing toys, and creating children's books and animations. The simple and colorful shapes of his illustrations, his iconic characters, and his graphic landscapes render his unique style immediately recognizable and transform his stories into breathtaking visual journeys. Exploring different techniques, from digital collage to painting on wood, his work has been selected and featured in American Illustration Annual, Communication Arts Illustration Annual, 3x3 illustration Annual, and the "Applied Arts Photography & Illustration Awards". His illustrations have received international recognition and awards including the Silver Medal by the Society of Illustrators; the White Raven Award; the International Illustration Prize Bologna / SM Foundation; Illustrarte, Biennial of illustration, Lisbon, the Prix des Adultes and Prix des Mediateurs: Figure-Future at the Montreuil, Paris Book Fair. His artworks was presented in the exhibition and Annul “Artist and illustrations masterpieces - 50 Illustrators Exhibitions 1967 - 2016", of the 50th anniversary of the Children's Book Fair Illustrator Exhibition in Bologna. SELECTED CLIENTS INCLUDE: Monocle magazine ( UK ), Oxford University Press ( UK ), Playtime Fair ( France ), Itabashi Art Museum ( Japan ), The Boston Globe ( USA ), Amsterdam Airport / ING ( Netherlands ), MTR hong kong metro ( Hong Kong ), Snapchat ( USA ), Samsung ( Korea ), Spectrum Magazine ( USA ), Konica Minolta ( Japan ), Retail News Magazine ( Canada ), NHK ( Japan ), Djeco Toys ( France ), Passion Pictures ( NY ), Martha Stewart Living Magazine ( USA ), Fukuinkan Shoten ( Japan ), Ferrero ( Italy ), Feltrinelli ( Italy ), Mondadori ( Italy ), Gestalten Book ( Germany ), Topipittori ( Italy ), Sloow food Foundation, Milan Edition ( France ), Leo Burnett ( USA ), De Agostini ( Italy ), Hodder children's books ( UK ), OQO editora ( Spain ), SM edition ( Spain ), Zoolibri ( Italy ) Il corriere della sera ( Italy ), Il solo24ore ( Italy ) Jammy ( Japan )
Gorgeous gardens span across the Greater Toronto Area, and range from flowers that come in all colours of the spectrum to shrubs and bushes that make up a visually beautiful green backdrop for a stroll. Some are accessible, some are kid-friendly, and some have sweeping views of Lake Ontario, but all of them showcase the beauty of nature.Here are some of the best gardens you should visit in and around Toronto:1. City of Toronto[adinserter block="4"][adinserter block="15"]Allan GardensAllan Gardens is a conservatory that carries plenty of colourful and exotic plants and flowers from around the world. The conservatory dates back to the mid-1800s and has since provided the city of Toronto with a place to enjoy the wonders of nature. You can enjoy seasonal shows in Spring, Easter, Fall and Christmas.Cost: FreeHours: Open Year RoundAddress: 19 Horticultural Ave, Toronto (Directions)[caption id="attachment_13251" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Tropical House, Allan Gardens Conservatory[/caption]Toronto Music GardenRight by the Harborfront of Toronto, the Toronto Music Garden presents the public with a magical and beautiful green space that hosts classical performances in the summer. There is a whimsical spirit about the garden that is expressed in the landscape architecture.Cost: FreeHours: Open Year RoundAddress: 479 Queens Quay W, Toronto (Directions)[caption id="attachment_191364" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] Toronto Music Garden/Flickr[/caption]Rosetta McClain GardensThis accessible garden park at the Scarborough Bluffs is ideal for those who want to view flowers, birds, and butterflies in a spectacular setting. You’ll find views of Lake Ontario, raised planters, a rock fountain, and braille signage.Cost: FreeHours: 24 HoursAddress: 5 Glen Everest Rd, Scarborough (Directions)Toronto Botanical Garden & Edward GardensKnown as “the little garden with big ideas”, the Toronto Botanical Garden is a vibrant and dynamic site that has 17 themed gardens that span 4 acres.You can also join for various teaching programs, tours, summer concerts at the gardens.Cost: FreeHours: Open Year RoundAddress: 777 Lawrence Ave E, North York (Directions)[caption id="attachment_166478" align="aligncenter" width="960"] Credit: Toronto Botanical Garden[/caption]Centennial Park ConservatoryAt the Centennial Park Conservatory, you will find three greenhouses and 12,00 square feet of plants and a tropical house. The 200 different varieties of plants include succulents, aloe, trees, shrubs, palms, and hibiscus.Cost: FreeHours: Open Daily, Year RoundAddress: 151 Elmcrest Rd, Etobicoke (Directions)[caption id="attachment_166452" align="aligncenter" width="960"] Credit: Centennial Park and Conservatory[/caption]James GardensJames Gardens is a scenic park on the Humber River that features paths, gardens, and lawn bowling. This relaxed green space was a former estate with a historic gazebo and has a rose garden and streams where you can walk and enjoy some of the best examples of nature.Cost: FreeHours: Open Year RoundAddress: 99 Edenbridge Dr, Etobicoke (Directions)[caption id="attachment_191363" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] Peter Balcerzak/Flickr[/caption]Spadina MuseumVisit the heritage gardens of the Spadina Museum. The elegant Edwardian mansion of early 1900s has 6 acres of restored Gardens including a greenhouse built in 1913.Cost: Admission appliesHours: Open Year RoundAddress: 285 Spadina Road, Toronto (Directions)[adinserter block="4"][adinserter block="15"]Casa LomaThe house on the hill or Casa Loma is a must-visit place not just for the stately historic home, but also for its landscaped 5 acre estate gardens. During summer, walk the gardens admiring garden features, and listen to Toronto Concert Orchestra under the stars during Symphony in the Gardens.Cost: Casa Loma Admission ~ $20 to $30Hours: Open Year Round, best visited during late spring to early fall.Address: 1 Austin Terrace, Toronto (Directions)[caption id="attachment_191359" align="alignnone" width="1200"] Larry Koester/Flickr[/caption]Humber ArboretumHome to nearly 250 acres of public gardens and natural areas located along Humber River, Humber Arboretum features themed gardens with striking displays of annuals and perennials, spring-flowering trees and shrubs including magnolia, dogwood that line meandering trails over bridges, and other landscape structures.Cost: FreeHours: Open Year Round.Address: 205 Humber College Blvd, Etobicoke (Directions) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Humber Arboretum (@humberarb)2. York RegionAurora Community ArboretumEnclosing over 100 acres, the Aurora Community Arboretum is fantastic for hiking, birdwatching, exploring nature, and taking photographs. See the beautiful Bur Oak that is almost 200 years old, learn about various trees native to Ontario, enjoy bird watching as you navigate numerous trails of this Arboretum that is also home to a section of East Holland River and a few ponds.Cost: FreeHours: Open Year RoundAddress: 100+ acres east of Industrial Pkwy N, between St. John's Sideroad and Wellington St. E (Directions) View this post on Instagram A post shared by 𝙱 𝚁 𝙸 𝚃 𝚃 𝙰 𝙽 𝚈 ☀︎︎ ☽ ☀︎︎ (@blondewitchcraft)McMichael’s Canadian CollectionBy the Humber River Valley is the Sculpture Garden at McMichael’s Canadian Collection. Explore around 100 acres of woodland trails that feature a wilderness garden, and a network of outdoor paths and trails along with a series of installations and outdoor sculptures at the Ivan Eyre Sculpture Garden. 20 Sculpture Gardens to Visit in OntarioAddress: 10365 Islington Ave, Kleinburg (Directions)Cost: Free (outdoors)Hours: Open year-round[caption id="attachment_191369" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] McMichael’s Canadian Collection[/caption]3. Durham RegionOshawa Valley Botanical GardensThis network of parks encompasses amazing gardens, pathways, scenery, architectural features, and natural surroundings in the Oshawa Valley. The Peony Garden at the Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens is one of the largest contemporary peony gardens with over 300 varieties of peonies and hosts the famed Peony festival every June. It also has an amazing daylily collection.Cost: FreeHours: Open Year RoundAddress: 155 Gladstone Ave, Oshawa (Directions)[caption id="attachment_191372" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] Credit: Xander Ashburn/Flickr[/caption]Parkwood EstateThis national historic site is over 100 years old, a place preserved for future generations and that is one of Canada’s last remaining grand estate. Here, you can marvel at this 15,000-square foot 20th century Beaux-Arts structure and its surrounding gardens that drew inspiration from the English Arts & Crafts gardening movement. Consider joining for 1920’s Auto Baron Tour that will provide you with an overview of the entertaining spaces (main floor) of the Estate, as well as an introduction to the McLaughlin Family during the 1920’s. The Parkwood Estate National Historic Site regularly holds various garden-themed events.Cost: Varies; Tours Ticketed.Hours: Open Year Round.Address: 270 Simcoe Street North, Oshawa (Directions)[caption id="attachment_191362" align="aligncenter" width="1167"] Parkwood Estate National Historic Site[/caption] 4. Peel RegionChinguacousy ParkThis famed 40-hectare park is home to tropical gardens and a greenhouse, as well as plenty of amenities to complement the natural beauty and colourful plants and flowers around the area. If you are visiting with kids, the park also has a barn and petting zoo.Cost: FreeAddress: 9050 Bramalea Rd, Brampton (Directions)Hours: Open Year Round 27 of the Best Nature Parks and Hiking Spots in the Peel RegionBrueckner Rhododendron Gardens[caption id="attachment_166472" align="aligncenter" width="960"] Credit: Brueckner Rhododendron Gardens[/caption]This 18-acre lakefront botanical garden is a colorful garden space that boasts rhododendrons – a flower that represents spring. The gardens themselves are visually incredible, with blooming flowers and green plants everywhere.Cost: FreeHours: Open Year Round, best visited during springAddress: 660 Lakeshore Rd W, Mississauga (Directions)WebsiteThe Riverwood ConservancyRiverwood Conservancy on the shores of the Credit River has numerous trails along woodlands and meadows. It also has two distinct gardens, Chappell House Gardens and MacEwan Terrace Garden. While Chappell House Gardens with its floral beds surround the Riverwood Conservancy’s offices, MacEwan Terrace Garden boasts of approximately 7,000 plants, featuring everything from perennials, ornamental grasses to specimen trees.Cost: FreeHours: Open Year RoundAddress: 4300 Riverwood Park Ln, Mississauga (Directions)Website[adinserter block="6"][adinserter block="15"]5. Halton RegionRoyal Botanical GardensGardening enthusiast? Plan a weekend getaway to Burlington to Canada’s largest botanical garden. The extensive natural space of Royal Botanical Gardens spans 1,100 hectares of a nature reserve with an unbelievable 2400 acres of nature sanctuaries, 2300 plant species, and 181,000 individual plants. Walk 27 kilometers of nature trails, check out the slopes of the Niagara Escarpment World Biosphere Reserve, and enjoy the view of the exotic plants. It has an extensive rose garden, historic Rock Garden, an arboretum, 12 themed garden areas, Dan Lawrie International Sculpture Collection and more!Cost: Free and ticketed sections.Hours: Open Year Round.Address: 680 Plains Rd W, Burlington (Directions)[caption id="attachment_151309" align="aligncenter" width="960"] Credit: Royal Botanical Gardens[/caption]Lucy Maud Montgomery Garden of the SensesThe Lucy Maud Montgomery Garden of the Senses inspired by Canadian author Lucy Maud Montgomery’s children’s storybooks has it all – a large gazebo, cascading waterfall, picnic areas, planter boxes, garden features for children, and beautiful sensory gardens.Cost: FreeHours: Open Year RoundAddress: 477 Guelph Street (Hwy 7), Norval (Directions)[caption id="attachment_166477" align="aligncenter" width="960"] Credit: LM Montgomery Heritage Society[/caption]Gairloch GardensGairloch Gardens is a peaceful, down-to-earth spot in Oakville for picnics, admiring Lake Ontario, and visiting components like the rose garden and art gallery. It is the ideal place for an early summer getaway from the city, complete with swimming ducks and flowers in full bloom.Cost: FreeAddress: 1306 Lakeshore Rd E, Oakville (Directions)Hours: Open Year Round.[caption id="attachment_191368" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] chapstickaddict/Flickr[/caption]Dominion Gardens ParkComplementing the Town of Halton Hills’ beautiful rural Ontario scenery, you can discover nature here at the Dominion Gardens Park. Enjoy formal gardens, meandering pathways, a dry stone riverbed leading to a naturalized pond, and a walled garden among the foundations of the famous mock-Tudor Dominion Seed House building.Cost: FreeAddress: 118 Guelph St, Georgetown (Directions)Hours: Open Year Round. 26 of the Best Nature Parks and Hiking Spots in the Halton Region[adinserter block="4"][adinserter block="15"]Spencer Smith ParkIn the late 80s, Burlington signed a twinning agreement with Itabashi, Japan, and demonstrate their relationship in an exquisite Japanese Garden in Spencer Smith Park. The design was heavily inspired by the Itabashi area and the local landscape.Cost: FreeHours: Open Year RoundAddress: 1400 Lakeshore Rd, Burlington (Directions)Website[caption id="attachment_191365" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] John Piercy/Flickr[/caption][pt_view id="6b55d45j48" post_id="72381,191300,165607,191311,166459,195341" limit=8]
