Basic elements of landscape architectural design - Hardcover

Booth, Norman K

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0444007660 ISBN 13: 9780444007667

Publisher: Elsevier Science Pub. Co. [distributor], 1983

Synopsis

Singularly highlights landscape architectural elements with clear design principles! Designed to be used as a helpful resource by individuals beginning their careers, Basic Elements of Landscape Architectural Design presents the thoughts and key design theories fundamental to landscape architecture in simple words and illustrations. Still available from Waveland Press, this highly regarded sourcebook offers the vocabulary, significance, characteristics, potential uses, and design guidelines for landform, plant materials, buildings, pavement, site structures, and water in landscape architectural design. It will help your students overcome common mistakes and misconceptions typical in the early phases of their design career and will heighten their understanding and awareness of the major physical components of the outdoor environment.

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Review

"The author uses hand-drawn sketches to illustrate his message. They are clear and attractive examples. His content will help students understand conceptual landscape design." --Karen Sumek, Cuyamaca College

"Thank you for sending this classic text. This has some of the most readily accessible diagrams, sections, and drawings available for landscape architects. Timeless!" --Bambi Yost, Iowa State University

"Thank you for sending this classic text. This has some of the most readily accessible diagrams, sections, and drawings available for landscape architects. Timeless!" --Bambi Yost, Iowa State University

Edition details

• Publisher: Elsevier Science Pub. Co. [distributor]
• Publication date: 1983
• ISBN 10: 0444007660
• ISBN 13: 9780444007667
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 315