{"product_id":"becoming-a-landscape-architect-9780470338452","title":"Becoming a Landscape Architect","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore exciting options for a career in landscape architecture\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003cp\u003eBlending aesthetics and environmental consciousness, landscape architecture is one of the fastest growing fields, according to the US Department of Labor. \u003ci\u003eBecoming a Landscape Architect\u003c\/i\u003e gives you a comprehensive survey of the field as it is practiced today, and explains how to get started and how to succeed in this exciting, creative, and in-demand profession.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeaturing more than thirty-five interviews with leading landscape architects and more than 250 illustrations, the guide covers everything an aspiring landscape architect needs to know- from education and training, design specialties, and work settings to preparing an effective portfolio and finding a job in residential, ecological, commercial, and parks design.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eComplete guide to the profession of landscape architecture, one of today''s fastest growing fields\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMore than thirty-five interviews with leading landscape designe\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"As a practicing landscape architect and educator, Kelleann Foster has both the experience and academic knowledge to guide potential students in this quickly expanding field of design. In this practical handbook, she presents an overview of landscape architecture, touching on its definition and background, prior to a survey of the broad opportunities of work for diverse interests. The text contains a review of cutting-edge trends and technology in such careers. She concludes with advice on preparation for college; the different types of landscape architecture programs; the importance of internships in the educational experience; professional licensing; and a list of schools offering accredited programs.\" (\u003ci\u003eChicago Botanic Garden\u003c\/i\u003e, 2010)  \u003cp\u003e\"The book includes every career type, from academic to national park designer, from a solo garden designer to an associate in the largest private landscape architecture and planning firm. Becoming a Landscape Architect is a solid and singular introduction to the range of landscape architecture work and what it takes in education and licensure to get there.\" (\u003ci\u003eLandscape Architecture\u003c\/i\u003e, May 2010)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFOREWORD BY PERRY HOWARD.  \u003cp\u003ePREFACE.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eACKNOWLEDGMENTS.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction to the Profession of Landscape Architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLandscape Architectural Design.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePractice Opportunities.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Future of Landscape Architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesign Education.\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAPPENDIX A Resources.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAPPENDIX B Selected References.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAPPENDIX C Professionals and Students Interviewed for This Book.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCHAPTER NOTES.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eINDEX.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"John Wiley \u0026 Sons Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49402315866455,"sku":"9780470338452","price":30.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9780470338452.jpg?v=1730480045","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/becoming-a-landscape-architect-9780470338452","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}