Anglo-Saxon Grounds at the Time of the Norman Conquest
Anglo-Saxon Grounds at the Time of the Norman Conquest
The Anglo-Saxon way of life was significantly changed by the introduction of the Normans in the later eleventh century. Engineering and gardening were attributes that the Normans excelled in, trumping that of the Anglo-Saxons at the time of the occupation. But before concentrating on home-life or having the occasion to contemplate domestic architecture or decoration, the Normans had to subjugate an entire society. Most often built upon windy summits, castles were basic structures that enabled their occupants to spend time and space to offensive and defensive schemes, while monasteries were rambling stone buildings generally added in only the most fecund, extensive valleys. Relaxing pastimes such as gardening were out of place in these destitute citadels. The purest example of the early Anglo-Norman style of architecture existent today is Berkeley Castle. The keep is said to date from William the Conqueror's time period. An enormous terrace encompasses the building, serving as an impediment to attackers attempting to excavate under the castle walls. A scenic bowling green, enveloped in grass and enclosed by battlements clipped out of an ancient yew hedge, makes one of the terraces.
The Many Kinds of Wall Water Fountains
The Many Kinds of Wall Water Fountains Having a wall fountain in your backyard or on a veranda is fantastic when you seek to relax. You can also make use of a small space by having one custom-made. Whether it is stand alone or mounted, you will need a spout, a water basin, internal piping, and a pump.
Traditional, contemporary, antique, and Asian are just some of the styles from which you can consider. Freestanding wall fountains, commonly known as floor fountains, are noticeably big and feature a basin on the ground.
You can decide to put your wall-mounted fountain on an preexisting wall or build it into a new wall. The look of your landscape will seem more cohesive instead of disjointed when you install this style of water feature.