FOUNDATIONS OF LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE Flashcards
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is the study and practice of designing environments (outdoors & indoors) of varying scale that encompasses elements of art, environment, architecture, engineering, and sociology
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
is a professional who designs and plans outdoor spaces, including public parks, gardens, residential properties, and commercial developments
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT
work on a wide range of projects involving the planning, design, and management of the external
environment
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS
is the visible features of an area of land, its landforms, and how they integrate with natural or human-made features, often considered in terms of their aesthetic appeal.
LANDSCAPE
Is the design of outdoor public areas, landmarks and structures to achieve environmental, social-behavioral, or aesthetic outcomes.
LANDSCAPING
is created by the edge between two materials, the outline or silhouette of a form, or a long linear feature.
LINE
are a powerful tool for the designer because they can be used to create an infinite variety of shapes and forms, and they control movement of the eye and the body
LINES
are structural and forceful; they create a formal character, are usually associated with a symmetrical design, and lead the eye directly to a focal point.
STRAIGHT LINES
are straight lines with an intentional direction
DIAGONAL LINES
are most often found in hardscape edges and material.
STRAIGHT LINES
create an informal, natural, relaxed character that is associated more with nature and asymmetrical balance.
CURVED LINES
move the eye at a slower pace and add mystery to the space by creating hidden views.
CURVED LINES
