Issue5_Fall2015

Projects What is your dream project?

CELTRUDA: Landscape Architect of Record for the creation of a new National Park. EGNATZ: I have a few: a. A new golf course; not just a renovation, but an entirely new layout. b. A camp ground, nestled deep in the mountains, with trails, camp sites, cabins, great natural views, etc. c. A roof top garden, with sweeping views, spared no expense. d. Another Waterfront Park – one where I’m the lead designer.

HEEB: Design and build a small home that is 100% off the grid

HOLTZMAN: Well, other than what I am doing now, I would have to say it would be a Zen Garden.

KELLEHER: A dynamic outdoor plaza at a modern art museum.

SHIBLEY: Urban green infrastructure (integrating functioning, sustainable designs into urban environments).

VIOLETTE: City Center Park or Community Park.

The Debate Landscape Architecture – Science or Art?

Science first, followed by art. Understanding of a site (site analysis) is heavily dependent on a scientific study of a space. This analysis includes natural landform, solar orientation, existing soils and general site characteristics observations (just to name a few). The art comes in by blending existing conditions and characteristics with proposed elements. The blend is crucial to enable a development to appropriately mesh with the site and its surroundings. A gentle touch or brush stroke is often needed for this blend.

Ah, and the great debate ends in a blending of the two.

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