an Introduction Holden, Robert 1947- creator author. Liversedge, Jamie author. text bibliography Electronic books. Electronic books. Handbooks and manuals. History. enk 2014 2014 monographic eng 1 online resource (467 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color), maps (chiefly color) ; "Aimed at prospective and new students, this book gives a comprehensive introduction to the nature and practise of landscape architecture, the professional skills required and the latest developments. After discussing the history of the profession, the book explains the design process through principles such as hierarchy, human scale, unity, harmony, asymmetry, color, form, and texture. It looks at how design is represented through both drawing and modeling, and through digital techniques such as CAD and the use of GIS (Geographic Information Systems). This is followed by an examination of project management and landscape management techniques. Finally, the book explores educational and employment opportunities and the future of the profession in the context of climate change and sustainability. Illustrated with international examples of completed projects, Landscape Architecture provides an invaluable, one-stop resource for anyone considering studying or a career in this field"--Provided by publisher. Introduction -- What is a landscape architect? -- How this book is structured -- 1. The history of landscape architecture -- 2. Beginning a project -- 3. The design process -- 4. Representing the landscape design -- 5. From design team to long-term landscape management -- 6. Education and employment -- 7. The future -- Recycling and everyday practice -- Final thoughts. Robert Holden & Jamie Liversedge. Includes bibliographical references and index. Landscape architecture History Landscape architecture Handbooks, manuals, etc Landscape architecture Computer-aided design Handbooks, manuals, etc Landscape architecture Geographic information systems Handbooks, manuals, etc ARCHITECTURE Landscape GARDENING Garden Design GARDENING Landscape Landscape architecture SB469.37 H65 2014 712 Holden, Robert, 1947- London : Laurence King Publishing Ltd, 2014 (OCoLC)869320059 9781780674193 1780674198 https://login.ezproxy.pucpr.edu/login?url=https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=nlebk&db=nlabk&AN=926191 https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=nlebk&db=nlabk&AN=926191 https://login.ezproxy.pucpr.edu/login?url=https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=nlebk&db=nlabk&AN=926191 https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=nlebk&db=nlabk&AN=926191 pucpr 141206 20220615193459.0 eng