Landscape Architecture: An Introduction
- ISBN-10
- 1780672705
- ISBN-13
- 9781780672700
- Series
- Landscape Architecture
- Category
- Architecture
- Pages
- 208
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2014-03-18
- Publisher
- Laurence King Publishing
- Authors
- Robert Holden, Jamie Liversedge
Description
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.
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