Studio II: Site Design

3 credits · Undergraduate

This course is an introductory course in landscape site design. It explores the relationships among architecture, outdoor space, plants, materials and landscape. LARC 1020 reinforces the site design process by linking steps of analysis, design, iteration, and synthesis. This studio involves a client and site. Emphasis is placed upon maximizing the usefulness of the site and designing it in an environmentally sound and sustainable manner. Grade changes, on-site storm water management, the use of plants, and the appropriate siting of landscape features are elaborated. RESTRICTIONS: Diploma in Landscape Horticulture and Bachelor of Landscape Architecture students only. EXCLUSIONS: HORT 2008 FORMATS: Studio