Lesson 2 Flashcards
(26 cards)
What are considerations for design texture
characteristics of surface
plant, building, and ground
How is texture used in landscape design
Distribution of material between fine and coarse textures
How does line effect design
Directing the viewer visually by guiding the eye to a focal point
What are the 5 principles of landscape design
- Line and rhythm
- Flow focalization
- Focalization
- Simplicity
- Scale
What is Simplicity in landscape design
It reduces distractions
What is Balance in landscape design
A visual weight of elements
What are two types of Balance in landscape design
- Symmetrical
- Asymmetrical
What is focalization in landscape design
It focuses interest to a particular area to create an accent
Planting should have a sense of flow and continuity connecting different areas with similar connecting features is called what?
Rhythm and line
What is Scale in landscape design
Plants and objects should be in proportion with one another
In pre-landscape design what are 3 site considerations
- Well Drained
- Raised beds or berms
- Sun, shade, or part shade
What are 3 types of flower Bed Garden
- Border Garden
- Free standing or Island Garden
- Formal vs informal
What is a border Garden
Garden butts up against something. Not visible from all sides
What is a free standing or island garden
It is a bed that can be seen from all sides
What is a formal garden
Formal = A formal garden is a garden with a clear structure, geometric shapes and in most cases a symmetrical layout.
What are 5 structure and plant design guidelines to consider
- sweeping lines and curves
- Use edging
- Changing contours
- 3 or more
- Same species
Name the warm colors
Red Orange Yellow
When considering plants for design what are color consideration
Twig and leaf color winter and summer
Fruit color
Flower color
Leaf variations
What are some cool colors
Blues and greens
What is texture in landscape design
Visual and physical surface characteristics of plant, mulch, and surrounding landscape and buildings
Are are textured plants different
Between fine and course textures
What is form when considering landscape design
It is the shape of the plant when occupying a visual space
How is line used in landscape design
It is the arrangement of objects and plants that directs the viewer down a path or to a focal point
What are 5 visual principles of landscape design
Simplicity
Balance
Focalization
Rhythm
Scale
