- Created by a Non-Architect: Brief Garden was designed and created by Bevis Bawa. He was not a professional architect, but a retired military officer. This makes his artistic and landscape design a unique and personal masterpiece.
- Lost Lover’s Garden: The garden is also known as the “Lost Lover’s Flower Garden.” It is said to have been a tribute to a love that ended abruptly, inspiring Bawa to create a sanctuary of art and nature.
- Fusion of Art and Nature: The garden is a whimsical blend of lush foliage and artistic sculptures. It’s a “living canvas” with interconnected garden rooms. These rooms feature fountains, urns, and playful sculptures that add a creative dimension to the landscape.
- Showcase of Collaborating Artists: The garden’s art is a result of collaborations with other famous artists. These include Donald Friend, Barbara Sansoni, and Laki Senanayake. Their works, like the mural at the entrance, are integral to the garden’s identity.
- Sibling Rivalry with an Iconic Architect: Bevis Bawa was the older brother of the internationally renowned architect Geoffrey Bawa. Visitors often compare Brief Garden to Geoffrey’s Lunuganga estate, highlighting a creative and personal rivalry between the two siblings.
