Japanese heritage and a love for tranquil spaces set the groundwork for this garden.  And the clients wanted a water feature.  To expand this tiny space, the water feature was stretched into a horseshoe shape.  Visitors cross a stone bridge to get to the front door.  The owners can sit on a bench in their front entry and peacefully pass the time.

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		Read Jeff's article on creating the Nishioki garden featured in Washington Gardener.