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Residential Landscape Architecture : Design Process for the Private Residence by James E. Hiss and Norman K. Booth (2004, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherPrentice Hall PTR
ISBN-100131140647
ISBN-139780131140646
eBay Product ID (ePID)30784425
Product Key Features
Number of Pages496 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameResidential Landscape Architecture : Design Process for the Private Residence
Publication Year2004
SubjectLandscape, Repair
FeaturesRevised
TypeTextbook
AuthorJames E. Hiss, Norman K. Booth
Subject AreaHouse & Home, Architecture
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height0.9 in
Item Weight42.7 Oz
Item Length11.2 in
Item Width8.4 in
Additional Product Features
Edition Number4
Intended AudienceCollege Audience
LCCN2004-011350
Dewey Edition23
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal712
Edition DescriptionRevised edition
Table Of Content(Note: Chapters begin with and Introduction and conclude with a Summary .) 1.The Typical Residential Site. The Typical Residential Site. Houses and Homes. Style Versus No Style. Architectural Character . 2. Outdoor Rooms. Outdoor Space. 3. Environmentally Responsive Design. Site Microclimate. Designing with Sun. Designing with Wind. Other Environmental Considerations. 4. Design Process. Design Process. Research and Preparation. Design. Construction Documentation. Implementation. Maintenance. Evaluation. Other Thoughts. 5. Meeting the Clients. Learning about the Designer. Initial Contact by Potential Clients. Meeting the Clients. Developing a Proposal for Design Services. The Duncan Residence. 6. Site Measuring and Base Map Preparation. Definition of Terms. Gathering Existing Site Data. On-Site Measurement Systems. Recording Site Measurements. Procedures for Drawing the Base Sheet and Base Map. 7. Site and Design Program. Site Inventory. Site Analysis. Design Program. 8. Functional Diagrams. Definition and Purpose. Importance of Functional Diagrams. Functional Diagrams. Functional Diagram Summary. Functional Diagrams for the Duncan Residence. 9. Preliminary Design and Design Principles. Definition and Purpose. Process and Content. Design Principles. Documenting Preconceived Design Ideas. 10. Form Composition. Definition and Purpose. Geometry of Forms. Design Themes. Architectural Attention and Design Themes. Form Composition Process. Form Composition for the Duncan Residence. 11. Spatial Composition. Preliminary Grading Design. Preliminary Planting Design. Walls and Fences. Overhead Structures. Architecturally Responsive Landscape Structures. Preliminary Designs for the Duncan Residence. 12. Material Composition and Master Plan. Material Composition. Special Attention to Architecture and Detail. Master Plan Process. Master Plan Graphic Style and Content. Master Plan for the Duncan Residence. 13. Special Project Sites. The Corner Site. The Wooded Site. The Sloped Site. The Townhouse Garden. 14. Case Studies in Alternative Design Solutions. Project #1: Residence of Nora and Thomas Macintosh. Project #2: Residence of Jessica and Brian Fleming. Project #3: The Englewood, Glengary, and Allendorf Residences. Proejct #4: IES International Condiminiums. Index.
SynopsisWith a focus on the process of design, this book's practical approach serves users with a design manual for those interested in gaining knowledge and developing skills in the design of landscapes for private residences. This useful reference clearly illustrates and discusses the actual procedures and underlying principles utilized by experienced residential landscape designers. Extensive illustrations in the form of plans, sections, elevations, diagrams and perspectives show users the application of material presented. Content provides the quality fundamentals of residential site design-exploring functional and artistic elements, with a focus on appreciation of quality and updated standards for site development, maintenance techniques and training. Architecturally responsive design material is emphasized throughout-examines landscape designs and structures that blEND with the existing house character. Includes useful chapters on Functional Diagrams and Form Composition-critical subjects in creating functionally and visually successful design solutions. Also features reorganized and revised chapters-expanded section on planting design (Ch. 11); and Chapter 14 on Design Alternatives. A good reference for those who are beginning their design careers, as well as those currently practicing residential design., For courses in Landscape Design. This text was written for students who are beginning their design careers, as well as those currently practicing residential design. This text provides students with the quality fundamentals of residential site design-exploring functional and artistic elements, with a focus on appreciation of quality and updated standards for site development, maintenance techniques and training. It clearly illustrates and discusses the actual procedures and underlying principles utilized by experienced residential site designers.
LC Classification NumberSB473.B57 2004
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- 05 Dec, 2018
A good basic introduction to understanding residential landscaping concepts.
This book is presented in a simple, easy to understand format. Not overwhelmed with details the reader can easily digest the basic design principals. It gives you the confidence to move beyond the basics and into expanded design formats.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
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