landscape architect
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Landscape Architect
Group Members
• Teoh Zhe Khai• Tung Siew Hui• Tey Cheng Fern• Yeong Poh Ling• Vun Tze Ling • Yip Xiaojung
Introduction to the Construction Industry and Introduction to Drawing
• The design of outdoor public areas, landmarks and structures.
• The incorporation of the aspects of botany, horticulture, fine arts, architecture, geology, earth sciences, geography & ecology.
• Landscape architects work on all types of structures and external space.
What is Landscape Architecture?
• Achieve aesthetic outcomes
• Create breathtaking outdoor places
• Beautify the buildings
Why do we need Landscape Architecture?
Scope of Work handled by Landscape Architect
Site planning
A site plan can involve planning the landscape for a single house, an office park or shopping center, an entire community, or park system
Landscape Design
It includes detailed environmental and site analysis, development of design concepts, and the preparation of construction plans and drawings.
Project Management
Project management is the process of coordinating the variety of elements necessary for a planning or design solution. Landscape architectural projects can range from small urban gardens, to large parks, to entire community systems.
• They plan, design and manage open spaces including both natural and built environments.
Responsibilities of a Landscape Architect
• A landscape architect collaborates closely with landscape contractors, as well as other professionals.
• Determines the location, design, and arrangement of pools, walls, steps, trellises, canopies, and other features.
Tasks at different stages of construction
Planning phase
Initial client consultation/interview• Landscape architect meets with client to
discuss goal for the project• A proposal agreement is sent for review and
approval of the client
Schematic Design & Cost Budgeting• A 2D schematic design for the landscape is
produced• Utilizing the schematic design plan, an itemized
budget range for the project is produced and reviewed with the client
Pre-Construction Phase
Construction Plans, Drawings, Specifications and Contracts• This is where the project where the
landscape architect work with the client to choose specifications
• The design sketch plan will be turned into working construction documents
Permits and Approvals• Using the schematic design plan, necessary approvals and permits are applied.
Construction Phase
Construction Phase Observation• During construction, the landscape architect will be monitoring the progress.• The administration will be done by the landscape architect.• Landscape architect will supervise the implementation of the design.
Post-Construction Phase
Project Completion• Upon project completion, certain projects require final inspections and warranty replacements.• The landscape architect will also ensure contractors maintain the design.
Planning phase Design phase Construction phase
Site analysis Site layout Site construction management
Visual assessment Drainage Administration
Parks and recreational facilities
Planting Maintenance
Historic preservation Circulation of pedestrians, vehicles and animals.
Subjects addressed by Landscape Architects
• To help visualize the end result of the project• Reduce the possibility for mistakes to be made• Make the construction process more efficient • Ensure the correct size, layout and scale
Importance of Landscape Architecture Drawings
Types and Functions of Drawings
Site Analysis
A diagram that shows all existing structures and features that impact the landscape, e.g. the house, garage, property lines, underground utilities.
Bubble Diagram
The bubbles can be used to represent different kinds of spaces in a plan, varying in shape to represent features of greater or lesser importance and size.
Concept Images
Photo examples of features similar to those included in the plot plan that will give you an idea of what things will look like.
Renderings/Perspectives
A drawing or computer generated image that shows the colors, texture, lighting, shading and depth that will be present in the landscape.
Planting Plan
A labeled diagram that shows the quantities, location, size, shape and color of specific plants to be used in the landscape.
Construction Details
Highly detailed plans for construction of individual landscape features such as retaining walls, patios, arbors, fireplaces, kitchens etc.
• Residential Landscape Architecture: Design process for the private residents, Norman K. Booth, James E.Hiss (Book)
• Landscape Architectural Graphic Standards, Leonard J. Hopper (Book)
• http://www.landscapingnetwork.com/landscape-design/plans.html
• Landscape Design: A practical approach, Leroy G. Hannebaum (Book)
• Project Management in Construction (book)
• Drawing for Landscape Architecture, Edward Hutchison (book)
• http://www.aala.ab.ca/profession/scope-of-work
• http://www.marthaschwartz.com
References