Longwood Gardens just underwent a major renovation.
The new additions open to the public on Nov. 22, andTravel + Leisuregot a first look.
Its in the Brandywine Valley, 12 miles from Wilmington, Delaware and 30 miles fromPhiladelphia.
West Conservatory building at the Longwood Reimagined: A New Garden Experience.Credit:Sahar Coston-Hardy/Esto.Courtesy of Longwood Gardens
The glass and metal structure has a pleated roof that unfolds unevenly, evoking the nearby rolling hills.
The columns supporting its roof are asymmetrical and curving, changing shape as you approach the building.
And the whole complex rests on a glimmering reflecting pool.
Exterior of the West Conservatory building with Mediterranean Garden at Longwood Gardens.Albert Vecerka/Esto.Courtesy of WEISS/MANFREDI
These mini sculptural wonders will be displayed amongst nearly a dozen Yoshino cherry trees.
Now, this work of art meant to evoke the rainforest has a whole pavilion to itself.
Set in a series of lattice-strapped vaults, the restaurant looks through arched glass windows out onto Longwoods fountains.
Interior of the West Conservatory building with Mediterranean Garden at Longwood Reimagined: A New Garden Experience.Ngoc Minh Ngo/Courtesy of Reed Hilderbrand
Its a remarkable view during the day, as the sun glitters off the shooting water.
And now it can all be enjoyed in a beautiful restaurant over a refined fine-dining meal.
Interior of the 1906 Restaurant at the Longwood Gardens.Albert Vecerka/Esto.Courtesy of WEISS/MANFREDI
