Rock star designer Piet Oudolf to share his master plan for Belle Isle public garden – The Hub Detroit

Internationally known garden designer Piet Oudolf will present his master plan for installing a public garden at Belle Isle Oct. 4 and Oct. 5.

Oudolf will reveal his plan to the media on Oct. 4. On Oct. 5 at 5:45 p.m. he will deliver a community talk about his career and the project at Wayne State University’s Community Arts Auditorium, 450 Reuther Mall. City of Detroit planning and development official Maurice Cox will introduce him. Piet will sign autographs after his one-hour talk.

via The Hub Detroit

Detroit 2020: World-renowned designer recruited for new garden on Belle Isle – WXYZ.com

Could a beautifully designed garden bring more visitors to Belle Isle?In tonight’s Detroit 2020, we uncover another sign of big growth and development in the Motor City.

A big name garden designer has a new visions for one of Detroit’s most unique attractions.

In the dead of winter, it may be hard to picture a green Belle Isle, especially with all the snow.

via WXYZ.com