Brief Garden

01/05/2026

Brief Garden has been named by the New York Times as a top garden to visit for garden & art lovers!

More than just a garden, Brief is a living self-portrait of Bevis Bawa, a blend of tropical wildness and curated art. Whether you are an artist seeking a muse or a traveler seeking peace, our gates are open to welcome you to this 'enchanting maze.'

Read the full article here: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/29/t-magazine/favorite-garden-visit-artists.html?unlocked_article_code=1.fFA.XSRd.PdbgtC1EemKr&smid=nytcore-ios-share

Hiroshi Sugimoto, Irene Neuwirth, Umberto Pasti and others share their impressions of mesmerizing plots all over the world.

11/08/2025

https://island.lk/launch-of-new-book-on-bevis-bawas-brief-garden-by-juliet-coombe/

Sri Lanka’s Garden legacy comes to life A new era of nature and garden tourism in Sri Lanka was officially launched recently with the unveiling of acclaimed British travel writer Juliet Coombe’s latest book, Brief Garden by Bevis Bawa—a compelling tribute to one of the world’s most iconic tr...

31/07/2025

28/07/2025

22/01/2025

https://www.gardendesign.com/abroad/sri-lanka.html

Discover the unique gardens in Sri Lanka of the Brothers Bawa, Geoffrey and Bevis.

17/06/2024

https://www.forbes.com/sites/joanneshurvell/2024/06/17/sri-lanka-travel-guide-discover-the-pearl-of-the-indian-ocean/

The western coast of Sri Lanka offers miles of wide sandy beaches, natural wonders and vibrant cultural sites.

18/09/2023

Remembering late Bevis Bawa on his 31st Death Anniversary 18th of September 1992.

05/05/2023

Moments from Our Plants Dansala

19/04/2023

The Goat by Bevis Bawa &

14/04/2023

Cascades of Stepped Basins

These are reminiscent of Vignola's cascades at the Villa Lante and the casino garden at Caprarola which had visited during his Italian tour in 1949.