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Landscape Architectural Design Graphics

Course developers

Prior knowledge

Arhi1031, Digital Tools in Landscape Projects I

Arhi1033, Basics of Visual Spatial Modelling

Course abstract

Students learn graphic art techniques and materials to be used in more detail. Graphic art techniques are significant not only for overall representation of the landscape, but also for fixing of individual elements in the current situation, as well as for reflection of landscape space and design elements.

Learning outcomes and their assessment

• Knowledge: enriched knowledge of graphics techniques.
• Skills: to reflect a landscape using different graphics techniques.
• Competence: combine graphics techniques and determine the most suitable for the specific aim.

Compulsory reading

1. Richards J. Freehand Drawing and Discovery: Urban Sketching and Concept Drawing for Designers. John Wiley & Sons, 2013. 288 p.
2. Dee C. Form and fabric in Landscape Architecture A Visaul Introduction . London: Spon Press, 2001. 214 p, ISBN-10:0415246385
3. Nice C. Drawing & Painting Trees in the Landscape. North Light Books, 2011. 160 p.

Further reading

1. Slade R. Sketching for Engineers and Architects. Routledge 2016. 260 p. ISBN: 9781138925403
2. Hutchison E. Drawing for Landscape Architecture: Sketch to Screen to Site. Thames & Hudson, 2011. 240 p.

Periodicals and other sources

1. Topos. European Landscape Magazin. Munchen:Callwey. ISBN 3-7667-1593-3
2. Journal of Landscape Architecture (Jola). [tiešsaiste] : European Council of Landscape Architecture Schools (ECLAS). Online ISSN 1862-6033. [skatīts 05.03.2011]. Pieejams: http://www.info-jola.de/heft_current_issue.htm
3. Latvijas Architektūra. Rīga: Lilita. ISSN 1407-4923 2. Deko. Rīga: Santa. ISSN 1407-7027