Landscape Architecture: The Art + Science of Garden Design

3 units

Garden design merges art and science into the creation of drawings for the layout and planting of landscapes. Looking to theory, history, nature, art and architecture, the designer grabs inspiration to create designs that are culturally relevant, aesthetically pleasing, ecologically sensitive, and perhaps more importantly, fits the needs of its users. The students will study landscape theory, history, site conditions, landscape technology, choosing plants for seasonal display, and the role that colors, sounds, scents and textures play in the emotional well-being of garden occupants. This course will ask students for bi-weekly workbook (workbooks will be provided) garden and other design assignments, weekly readings and questions, seasonal plant studies and short essays. This course does not require the prerequisite of Landscape Architecture I + II. The course is open to all who are interested in the art and science of garden design.