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hardscape, n. orig. U.S.
Brit. |ˈhɑːdskeɪp|, U.S. |ˈhɑrdˌskeɪp|
[‹ hard adj. + -scape comb. form.]
The man-made elements of landscape architecture, such as paths, structures, walls, etc., as contrasted with vegetation. Freq. attrib.
1972Los Angeles Times 5 Mar. k23/3 Far beyond just plant material, the landscape architect may be involved with all eye-level visual aspects—open space planning, hardscape design, walkways, [etc.]. 1987Orange County (Calif.) Reg. (Nexis) 7 Apr. We try to put more money in hardscape—nice concrete, fountains, furniture. 1998A. Lovejoy Naturalistic Gardening iii. 50 Although traditional hardscape elements such as patios, trellises, walls, and fences may be present within these gardens, woody plants are treated as living architecture. 2003Scotsman (Nexis) 15 May 10 Redeveloping properties..involves making the most of the original features while creating a simplified hardscape. |