Introducing a revolutionary new approach to detail design in landscape architecture In this groundbreaking book; Niall Kirkwood of the Harvard Graduate School of Design takes a fresh;holistic approach to the theories; approaches; and practices of landscape detail. With the support of a wealth of graphic and written material taken from historic and contemporary landscape designwork; he clearly demonstrates the role that landscape detail plays in the design process. Going beyond theoretical considerations; Professor Kirkwood outlines landscape detail as a primary design activity; both pragmatic and poetic; using a range of built landscape design examples. A valuable resource for professionals and students in landscape architecture; architecture; urban design; and environmental design; The Art of Landscape Detail: * Provides a practical introduction to the aesthetic concerns; form; language; and expression of landscape detail * Explores a wide range of detail issues-including materials; climate; durability; implementation; and failure-and their influence on the overall detail design process * Examines detail design processes and research approaches that designers can apply in the analysis and development of their own work * Contains in-depth case studies of eight award-winning landscape architecture design projects; including provocative discussions with the designers on the establishment and evolution of their detail design philosophy * Features more than 150 images illustrating forms and site detail from national and international built landscapes
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful. Good varietyBy Susan J. ArnalI didnt have clear expectations of this book. I liked the great variety of pieces. 2D and 3D. And I found inspiration in the pieces and the accompanying text. I could have used more information about the techniques and materials used for some of the work.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Penny Talbotbeautiful book. full of inspirational paintings and the stories behind them.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. it appears the pages displayed on were the only ones I liked in the bookBy Creativity4KidsFor me...it appears the pages displayed on were the only ones I liked in the book.
