A Study on Design Philosophy and Characteristics of Carlo Scarpa’s Garden Design - Focused on the Garden in the Querini Stampalia Foundation in Venice -

Carlo Scarpa is an Italian designer who is renowned worldwide for his remodeling of buildings, exhibitions and museums. Scarpa designed more gardens and outdoor spaces than buildings, and he has left important modern landscaping works. His works in garden design, however, have not received much attention until recently. This study sought to examine his design philosophy, garden characteristics, and historical significance of his gardens by analyzing the garden of Querini Stampalia in Venice. His garden symbolically reflects the historical and regional characteristics of Venice, and the handcraft detailing of local materials has been expressed in various ways. The interrelation between the garden and interior of building is achieved through the use of unified materials and openness of glass door. In addition, the influences of Islamic and Japanese garden culture are reflected in the garden. The small enclosed garden has become the icon of a modern garden in Venice with a wealth of details and respect for craftsmanship.