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Less is More: Why a Zen Garden Might
Be Just What Your Dollhouse Needs
Zen gardens are known for their simplicity and
elegance, and one may be exactly what your dollhouse
needs to finally feel complete. Not only are zen
gardens simple in design, the clean lines and
minimalist approach also make them inexpensive, and
easy to assemble and maintain. However, they
represent the perfect pairing of ease and artistic
challenge. A zen garden can be as easy or as complex
as you desire, and pairs elements of different
cultures with your own unique design sense. Relaxing and Engaging
For many, building and outfitting dollhouses is a
hobby that relaxes and keeps the mind occupied.
Including a zen garden in your dollhouse plans not
only means that it takes on a unique decorative
style, but also that the process of designing the
garden has the same effects
of a zen garden: relaxation and
meditation. Many shops sell miniature zen gardens as
desk toys for those looking to imbue their average
day with a bit of easy-access zen, so by including
one in the design of your dollhouse, you too are
creating the perfect piece of miniature,
mood-improving relaxation. Easy to Learn, Hard to Master
For those who are looking for a simple garden
design, zen gardens are notoriously minimalist and
easy to approach. However, because of their
simplicity, for many they present an engaging
challenge. The clean lines and limited number of
elements are a perfect canvas for a keen design eye.
A zen garden is easy to begin, but difficult to
master. Whether you’re looking to create a simple
garden space, or explore your artistic abilities,
the special ways in which you combine greenery,
seating, statuary, and even water features means
your zen garden will be unlike any other you’ve seen
before! A Meaningful Addition
Building a dollhouse that will host a zen garden
means stepping outside the traditional and learning
about new
designs, cultures, and art forms. For the
enthusiastic miniaturist, this is ideal: a chance to
explore the wider world through the familiarity of
the dollhouse. Learning about the Chinese and
Japanese mythology and history will not only make
your zen garden more authentic, it will open your
mind to new creative styles. Understanding the
symbolism that is so important to the design of a
zen garden will give new meaning to your project,
and embody whatever specific intention you have in
creating it.
Whether you’re new to dollhouses, or an experienced
miniaturist looking for a refreshing change, adding
a zen garden might be the right choice for you. The
rich history of zen gardens, combined with their
deceptive simplicity and relaxing beauty make them a
unique addition to any dollhouse. For inspiration,
explore the links throughout this article, and then
have a look at all the many different garden pieces
we have
on our site to get started designing and
building your first zen garden! |
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