In the creation of a Japanese garden the most important consideration, regardless of size or location, is the effective composition of garden elements to reflect the spirit of a natural landscape. Thoughtful arrangement of a garden's materials reveals the essence of a natural scene, and turns raw earth, stone, and vegetation into an extraordinary landscape that prompts quiet contemplation and reflects peace and tranquility.

The Japanese garden artist respects nature in all its seasons and embraces all of natures offerings, not simply flowers of spring and summer. He or she considers how the composition can enhance lush greenery, autumn foliage, piling snow, and blooming flowers and creates a garden which can be appreciated as a year-round treasure.

Indoors or out, the beauty of a Japanese garden lends itself to contemplation and meditation. The dynamic components encourage awareness, while the gardens overall arrangement stresses balance and harmony. Whether you appreciate high art or just enjoy a simple and pleasing landscape, the Japanese garden offers years of an enriched experience of peace and relaxation.

Masahiko Seko, originally from Shimakatsu, Japan, has been designing gardens for more than 26 years. Having received his formal education in Nagoya, Japan he has since worked in Japan, Europe, and the United States. 'Masa' is recognized for his incredible sense of balance and natural beauty as well as his never-ending pursuit of perfection.

In 1989, Masa and his family moved to Gorham, Maine where he and his wife, Yuko, started Seko's Creative Garden Designs. Since then, they have enjoyed seeing their work win numerous accolades and awards throughout New England. Seko's Creative Garden Designs specializes in the design and implementation of traditional Japanese gardens. Respecting both American and Japanese differences, Seko's Creative Garden Designs attempts to close the gap in tastes by reflecting American and Japanese influences in a balance of practical design and creative expression. Seko's Creative Garden Designs fuses Japanese design principles and ideals with American and Japanese influences to create uniquely expressive and aesthetically refined gardens and landscapes for businesses and residences throughout the United States.

Please look around in the gallery for some of the gardens Masa and Yuko have designed and installed, and perhaps view some comments from thier customers. If you have questions or comments of your own, please email us at sekosgardens@sekosgardens.com or we welcome you to sign our guestbook.