Landscape Architecture: an Introduction

Aimed at prospective and new students, this book gives a comprehensive introduction to the nature and practise of landscape architecture, the professional skills required and the latest developments. After discussing the history of the profession, the book explains the design process through principles such as hierarchy, human scale, unity, harmony, asymmetry, color, form, and texture. It looks at how design is represented through both drawing and modeling, and through digital techniques such as CAD and the use of GIS (Geographic Information Systems). This is followed by an examination of project management and landscape management techniques. Finally, the book explores educational and employment opportunities and the future of the profession in the context of climate change and sustainability. Illustrated with international examples of completed projects, Landscape Architecture provides an invaluable, one-stop resource for anyone considering studying or a career in this field.

Copyright -- Title Page -- Contents -- Introduction -- What is a landscape architect? -- How this book is structured -- 1. The History of Landscape Architecture -- Beginnings -- The growth of landscape architecture as a profession -- The growth of the profession in Europe -- The expansion of the profession worldwide -- Case study: Painshill Park, Surrey, UK -- Planning -- City planning and structural green space -- Changing styles: from Modernism to Postmodernism and beyond -- Case study: Emscher Park, Ruhr Valley, Germany -- Changing priorities: ecology, biodiversity and sustainability -- Case study: Ijsselmeerpolders, the Netherlands -- 2. Beginning a Project -- The brief -- Types of client -- Case study: Westergasfabriek Park, Amsterdam -- Fees: how to get paid -- Case study: Central Park, New York City -- Site survey -- Case study: Thames Barrier Park, London -- 3. The Design Process -- Developing a design -- Case study: Aphrodite Hills, Cyprus -- The principles of design -- Case study: Hedeland Arena, Roskilde, Denmark -- Human flow and natural change -- Case study: Marketplace and Waterfront, Odda, Norway -- 4. Representing the Landscape Design -- Drawing and sketchbooks -- …