Description
Book SynopsisOne of the most difficult tasks for a designer is to translate concepts into specific and detailed organizations of space. From Concept to Form in Landscape Design, Second Edition provides vital, functional techniques that make the transformation easier and more effective.
Table of ContentsPreface vii
Credits ix
Chapter 1 The Concept 1
Creativity 1
Philosophical Concepts 5
Functional Concepts 11
Chapter 2 Geometric Form Development 17
The 90°/ Rectangular Theme 18
The 135°/ Octagonal Theme 21
The 120°/ Hexagonal Theme 24
Circles on Circles 30
Concentric Circles and Radii 35
Arcs and Tangents 37
Circle Segments 41
The Ellipse 43
The Spiral 45
Chapter 3 Naturalistic Form Development 48
Design Approaches 48
The Meander 49
The Free Ellipse and Scallops 57
The Free Spiral 62
The Irregular Polygon 66
The Organic Edge 71
Clustering and Fragmentation 75
Fractal Geometry 78
Chapter 4 Principles of Design 81
Basic Elements of Design 81
Organizing Principles 83
Integration of Form 96
Chapter 5 Beyond the Rules: Anomalous and Provocative Design 101
Acute Angle Forms 102
Counter Forms 104
Deconstruction 106
Social and Political Landscapes 109
Eccentric Landscapes 110
Landscapes of Distortion and Illusion 112
Chapter 6 Case Studies 116
Project 1. Silver Arch Sculpture Garden 117
Project 2. Courtyard of Circles 124
Project 3. Corner Lot Garden 129
Project 4. Pools of Pleasure 136
Project 5. Tsukubai Dialogue 143
Project 6. Canopied Retreat 148
Project 7. Platform Connections 155
Appendix 161
Guide Patterns 162
Geometric Construction Methods 169
References 175
Index 176
