The redesigned White House garden, a project undertaken during the Trump administration, involved significant alterations to the existing landscape adjacent to the West Wing. This renovation encompassed changes to the planting schemes, hardscaping, and overall design aesthetic of the outdoor space.
The motivations behind the project included improving the garden’s functionality for official events, enhancing its visual appeal, and addressing infrastructure issues. Historical precedent exists for modifications to this prominent landscape, reflecting evolving tastes and the needs of successive administrations. The results of the renovation became a visible representation of the administration’s influence on a highly symbolic area.