rough point
NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND
Cultural Landscape Report & Maintenance Specifications
PROJECT DETAILS:
Drake Design Studio worked closely with researcher Story Wiggins to document the grounds of Rough Point, the former estate of Doris Duke that is now open for public enjoyment and education through Newport Restoration Foundation (NRF). Doris Duke was an avid collector of rare trees and amassed an assortment of specimens, including Turkish Oaks and Japanese black pines, that are seldom seen in North America. Wiggins and DDS produced an as-built site plan and a 60-page report on the cultural landscape history of Rough Point that outlines the maintenance specifications for all the trees, shrubs, perennials, vegetable and herb garden and lawn. The organic lawn care regimen that was followed with great care and patience by Miles Connor during his tenure as head of grounds for NRF was recorded in this report, leaving the sprawling lawns looking lush and healthy many years later.
RESEARCH & DOCUMENTATION Sarah Weihman | Drake Design Studio, LLC and Story Wiggins
