From Concept to Form in Landscape Design

by Reid, Grant W.

• ISBN13: 9780470112311
• ISBN10: 047011231X
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2007-06-29
• Publisher: Wiley

Summary

One 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. This perceptive resource examines both traditional and nontraditional methods of landscape design, providing the conceptual and philosophical foundations for ideas and their visual expression. The revised and expanded Second Edition includes: 'ˆ— A new chapter dealing with the creative thought process for generating ideas 'ˆ— Precise case studies showing sequential form evolution 'ˆ— Hundreds of detailed photographs to assist in visualizing various techniques 'ˆ— Inspiring images from nature for naturalistic form development 'ˆ— Atypical design examples as impetus for innovation 'ˆ— Accompanying web site with projects for classroom students and self-learners alike From Concept to Form in Landscape Design, Second Edition presents the landscape transformation process in a highly visual manner, creating both a vivid learning experience for students and a useful toolbox for working designers. Replete with compelling, valuable, and accessible insights for designing outdoor spaces, Reid's book is an ideal blend of inspiration and application.

Author Biography

Grant W. Reid, FASLA, has a master's degree in landscape architecture from the University of California, Berkeley. He is a licensed landscape architect in the state of Kansas, principal of Grant Reid Designs, and a retired professor of landscape architecture at Colorado State University. In 2005, he received the Outstanding Educator Award from the Associated Landscape Contractors of America Educational Foundation.

Table of Contents

Preface	p. vii
Credits	p. ix
The Concept	p. 1
Creativity	p. 1
Philosophical Concepts	p. 5
Functional Concepts	p. 11
Geometric Form Development	p. 17
The 90% Rectangular Theme	p. 18
The 135% Octagonal Theme	p. 21
The 120% Hexagonal Theme	p. 24
Circles on Circles	p. 30
Concentric Circles and Radii	p. 35
Arcs and Tangents	p. 37
Circle Segments	p. 41
The Ellipse	p. 43
The Spiral	p. 45
Naturalistic Form Development	p. 48
Design Approaches	p. 48
The Meander	p. 49
The Free Ellipse and Scallops	p. 57
The Free Spiral	p. 62
The Irregular Polygon	p. 66
The Organic Edge	p. 71
Clustering and Fragmentation	p. 75
Fractal Geometry	p. 78
Principles of Design	p. 81
Basic Elements of Design	p. 81
Organizing Principles	p. 83
Integration of Form	p. 96
Beyond the Rules: Anomalous and Provocative Design	p. 101
Acute Angle Forms	p. 102
Counter Forms	p. 104
Deconstruction	p. 106
Social and Political Landscapes	p. 109
Eccentric Landscapes	p. 110
Landscapes of Distortion and Illusion	p. 112
Case Studies	p. 116
Silver Arch Sculpture Garden	p. 117
Courtyard of Circles	p. 124
Corner Lot Garden	p. 129
Pools of Pleasure	p. 136
Tsukubai Dialogue	p. 143
Canopied Retreat	p. 148
Platform Connections	p. 155
Appendix	p. 161
Guide Patterns	p. 162
Geometric Construction Methods	p. 169
References	p. 175
Index	p. 176
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