Prentice Hall, 2011. — 576 p.
A landscape designer's handbook from the classics and trendsetters of the genre.
Sixth Edition, covers the fundamentals of residential design. The text provides a thorough, how-to explanation of each of the steps of the design process–from initial contact with the client to a completed master plan. The text's numerous illustrations and useful case study examples offer a rich learning experience for students. Whether you are just starting your design career or are a current practitioner, this valuable resource is sure to enhance your skills and knowledge.
Contents
Philosophical FrameworkThe Typical Residential Site
Outdoor Rooms
Sustainable Design
Design ProcessDesign Process Overview
Meeting the Clients
Site Measuring and Base Map Preparation
Site and Design Program
Functional Diagrams
Preliminary Design and Design Principles
Form Composition
Spatial Composition
Material Composition and Master Plan
ApplicationsSpecial Projects
Case Studies in Alternative Design Solutions
Rendering Landscape Design Drawings in Color