MAKING LANDSCAPE A LIVING, ENGAGED WORK OF ART
The Carré des Jardiniers was born out of a strong conviction: gardens and landscapes are not merely landscaped spaces, but true realms of expression, imbued with meaning, emotion, and responsibility.
At the intersection of creativity, technique, and the living world, the competition champions a demanding and contemporary vision of landscape, in tune with the environmental, societal, and aesthetic challenges of our time.
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HIGHLIGHTING TALENT IN THE LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE FIELD
Since its inception, Le Carré des Jardiniers has sought to highlight the expertise and creativity of landscape architects and designers.
Through this competition, we aim to:
- Uncover dedicated talent
- Showcase unique approaches
- Recognize bold visions within the profession.
Le Carré des Jardiniers seeks not only to distinguish a single project, but to reward an approach to landscape—a way of thinking, designing, and creating outdoor spaces.
THE GARDEN AS A CANVAS FOR EXPRESSION
The philosophy of Le Carré des Jardiniers is based on a fundamental principle: the garden as a landscape manifesto.
Each garden created as part of the competition is conceived as:
- A work of art in its own right
- A laboratory of ideas
- A concrete response to a given theme.
Under real-world conditions, the 2027 edition will require participants to express, within a 150m² area:
- An intention
- An interpretation of the living site
- A balance between function, aesthetics, and sustainability.
The garden thus becomes a language, a space for dialogue between the designer, the plants, and the public.
THEY SHARE THEIR STORIES
CREATIVITY
Because a garden is first and foremost a living work of art, the competition stimulates the imagination in all its forms. It invites participants to innovate, to tell a story, and to develop original concepts that bring together various disciplines—design, architecture, ecology, art, and more.
SUSTAINABILITY
In light of environmental challenges, the competition positions the garden within a responsible framework. Sustainable materials, sustainable water management, biodiversity, reuse, and energy efficiency: each project must offer concrete and integrated solutions. The garden becomes a balanced ecosystem, designed to last and adapt.
TRANSMISSION
Le Carré des Jardiniers values intergenerational connections. It encourages the sharing of experiences, the appreciation of technical skills, and the support of emerging talent.
EXCELLENCE
Excellence is a fundamental criterion. It is reflected in the precision of the work, the quality of execution, the coherence of the project, and the emotion it evokes, demonstrating an approach to the craft that is both rigorous and committed.
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