Piet Oudolf at Work

Piet Oudolf at Work, published by Phaidon, is a comprehensive monograph on the renowned Dutch garden designer Piet Oudolf. Collected in collaboration with Oudolf himself, the book showcases his famous gardens, all the way from New York's acclaimed High Line to the breathtaking Vitra Campus. In addition to the impressive visual content, the monograph features a collection of Oudolf's drawings and essays that provide a deeper insight into the philosophy behind his work, offering new perspectives on his illustrious career.

Step into a Piet Oudolf garden and you are transported into a dreamlike meadowscape, filled with perennials, seasonal color, and texture. Made in close collaboration with Oudolf, this book showcases gardens throughout his career and across the globe – from New York’s acclaimed High Line to the newly planted Vitra Campus in Germany. The book offers fresh insight into the work and creative practice of Oudolf, both from a horticultural and artistic perspective, showcasing high-profile and lesser-known gardens, including Chicago's Lurie Garden, Hauser & Wirth Somerset and Menorca, Venice Biennale, Singer Museum, Belle Isle in Detroit, Noma, and others.