Principles of Landscape Design

At the end of the course. students are expected to: 1. state the concept, definition and scope of landscape planning; 2. identification of basic elements and principles of landscape design; 3. outline the factors influencing the landscape evaluation and design process; 4. apply the design and evaluation techniques consideration for a sustainable managed landscape.

Concept in landscape planning and design; Basic elements of landscape; History of landscape planning; Definition and scope of landscape planning, design and basic elements of landscape. Principles of landscaping. Landscape design process (site survey, site analysis, detailed design and implementation) factors influencing landscape design. Landscape evaluation techniques. Typology of human landscape. Landscape design consideration for housing, shopping, institutional, industrial, roads, agricultural, forestry, mining, outdoor recreation spaces, open spaces, urban parks and tourist development. Management of landscape.