- Hardcover: 352 pages
- Publisher: Wiley; 2 edition (August 25, 2000)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0471352918
- ISBN-13: 978-0471352914
- Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.6 x 0.9 inches
- Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds
Introduction to Landscape Design
Outstanding explorations of design concepts, principles, and processes This Second Edition of Introduction to Landscape Design offers even broader coverage of the environmental, human, technological, and aesthetic issues associated with landscape design than the first edition. This book is an excellent introduction to the practical aspects of landscape design. After every chapter, the student can find an extensive bibliography for further study or reference. All concepts are clearly explained, especially spatial perception and projects. If you are looking for a one-in-all book, this is it. However, do not expect it to say much about the history of landscape design. This is a practical book only, but first quality!!!
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Outstanding explorations of design concepts, principles, and processes this Second Edition of Introduction to Landscape Design offers even broader
coverage of the environmental, human, technological, and aesthetic issues associated with landscape design
than the first edition. Beginning with the way we perceive, manage, and design the landscape, it moves on
to explore the forces that influence land design. An overview of landscape management, planning, and
design includes a discussion of the roles and integration of the professions involved, modes of
professional practice, and site scale design processes. The book explores the ecology of design and the
integration of land design decisions into dynamic systems. This fully updated new edition:
A superb introduction for students as well as a useful reference for practicing professionals, this book is an excellent guide for anyone who wants to develop a better understanding of landscape design. Second Edition of Introduction to Landscape Design Product Details
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