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Landscape design

The art of arranging or modifying the features of a yard or an urban area for architectural or aesthetic purposes.

Contributors in Landscape design

Landscape design

eco-chic

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Environmentally-friendly and ethical design that does not sacrifice quality or style. Both \'green\' and stylish. A combination of trendiness and environment.

site analysis

Design; Landscape design

Compiling the information found during the site survey and the family or client interview to be used in the development of the landscape plan.

site plan

Design; Landscape design

A drawing that incorporates all of the information collected about the landscape and provides the basics used in the landscape design process.

site survey

Design; Landscape design

Collecting the information that will aid the designer in the development of the completed landscape design. Examples include soil type, drainage, structures, existing plants, and good and bad views.

spaces

Design; Landscape design

Area in the landscape created to serve a specific purpose. Spaces may be functional, e.g., a storage area, or a recreation area or created to make the landscape maintainable or visually pleasing.

specimen plants

Design; Landscape design

Specimen plants can be part of a larger planting, but usually stand alone in the landscape. Specimen plants provide specific seasonal interests or color through flowers, fruit, or leaves.

sub-module

Design; Landscape design

A sub-module is a piece of information, example, or illustration used to explain a particular area within a module. Sub-modules complement the modules by expanding their content, defining ...

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