Our 2024 World’s Most Beautiful Gardens competition has come to a close, and we are thrilled to announce the winners. From the beauty of Southern California to the English countryside, each winning design brings a unique and serene oasis to life.
This year’s judges, interior designer Bunny Williams and Institute of Classical Architecture & Art president Peter Lyden, had a difficult task selecting just four of the top 22 entries. But after careful consideration, they have chosen the following designs as the best of the best:
Michael P.H. Clifford’s design in Los Angeles, California brings tropical poolside whimsy to life with objets d’art and lush greenery. Neil Landino’s Bridgehampton, New York design features modern reflections of the landscape, creating a harmonious blend of nature and design. Gabriela Yariv’s romantic comeback story in San Gabriel Valley, California showcases a beautiful restoration of a once neglected garden. Marianne Majerus’s wild salute to the countryside in Dorset, England immerses visitors in the beauty of nature.
We invite you to explore these four winning landscapes with us and discover their unique features that make them stand out from the rest. Each one offers a unique and verdant oasis that will inspire you to create your own serene outdoor living space.
Our methodology involved blind judging by Williams and Lyden, with the top 22 entries chosen by VERANDA editors based on creativity, execution, originality and overall aesthetic appeal. The call for entries for 2025’s World’s Most Beautiful Gardens is now open, with details available on our website. Follow us on Instagram for updates and announcements, and be sure to check out the featured gardens in the May/June 2024 issue of VERANDA Magazine.
Thank you all for participating in our competition! We hope you continue to find inspiration from nature as you create your own outdoor living spaces at home!
