SAINT LOUIS COLLEGE

City of San Fernando La Union

College of Engineering & Architecture
Department of Architecture
2nd SEMESTER SY 2023-2024

AR A327 PLANNING 01
SITE PLANNING & LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
SCHEDULE : 10:30-11:30MWF ROOM : C602

RESEARCH TOPIC:
1. Planning
2. Site Planning
3. Landscape
4. Landscaping
5. Landscape Architecture
6. Landscape Planning
7. Difference between Site Planning and Landscape Architecture
8. Importance of Site Planning and Landscape Architecture
9. Modern Landscape Designs
10. Famous Landscape Architects

STUDENT:

BANUA, RONALD ANGELO A.

BS. ARCHITECTURE 3C

PROFESSOR:

AR. VIC A. QUIJANO

ARCHITECT UAP
 DEFINITION OF TERMS

• Planning
o A plan is a pre-determined strategy for achieving goals. It involves setting goals,
determining the steps needed to achieve them, and assigning responsibilities.
• Site Planning
o A site plan is a crucial architectural document that depicts a map of a particular
building site. It includes details about the proposed construction on that site. Site
planning involves creating this plan in accordance with the zoning regulations of
the area.
o Site planning begins with a site analysis, which involves examining important
factors like hydrology, soils, slopes, vegetation, and ownership in a potential
development area and accurately recording them.
• Landscape
o A landscape refers to the physical attributes of a specific land area, including its
natural or man-made elements, and their overall visual attractiveness.
• Landscaping
o Landscaping involves changing the physical appearance of a piece of land, which
can be done through gardening and growing plants to enhance the beauty of the
area.
• Landscape Architecture
o Landscape architecture is the field that focuses on improving the built and natural
environments through planning, designing, managing, and nurturing. Its goal is to
enhance the well-being of both humans and the environment.
• Landscape Planning
o Landscape planning involves the development of landscaping in a way that
balances different land uses and preserves important natural resources and
cultural sites.

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SITE PLANNING AND LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

A site plan is a crucial architectural document that encompasses a detailed map illustrating
the layout and features of a designated building site. This vital blueprint provides a comprehensive
overview of the proposed construction project, including all pertinent details and specifications
pertaining to the building that is intended to be erected on the specified site.
Landscape architecture encompasses a wide range of activities that involve the thoughtful
planning, creation, and care of both natural and built environments, whether they are expansive
outdoor spaces or intimate indoor settings. This intricate field involves not only the design and
construction of landscapes but also the ongoing maintenance, restoration, and conservation of
these spaces. With a focus on enhancing the aesthetic appeal, functionality, and sustainability of
our surroundings, landscape architects play a crucial role in shaping and preserving the
landscapes we inhabit.

IMPORTANCE OF SITE PLANNING AND LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

The site plan is a comprehensive plan that helps the development team stay organized
and on track. It includes all the important details about earthwork, site engineering, and
construction, which ensures that engineers, architects, contractors, and developers are all on the
same page. The use of this tool is important for project budgeting. It allows developers to
accurately determine engineering and construction requirements and estimate costs in advance.
In today's world, landscape architecture is gaining significant importance due to the urgent
challenges that our planet is currently confronting, including climate change, declining mental
health, and deteriorating air quality. As a result, this intricate field has emerged as a crucial
discipline that plays a vital role in finding sustainable solutions and creating harmonious
environments for the benefit of both humans and nature.
 1. Tropical
The presence of palm trees,
birds of paradise, hibiscus
flowers, bougainvillea, orchids,
and jasmine signify a tropical
vacation filled with vibrant colors
and abundant greenery.

2. Woodland
This type of landscape design
is a great option for those who
want a low-maintenance yard.
Forest trees, shrubs, and flowers
can grow naturally without much
human intervention. Hardwood
trees are a popular choice but
they take a while to grow and
require a long-term commitment.
Adding stone pathways, wooden
benches, and birdhouses can
enhance the woodland
atmosphere.

3. Desert
Desert landscaping is a low
maintenance choice that needs
minimal water and upkeep. It
typically includes succulents like
cacti, aloe, and yucca. For added
color, one can opt for desert-
tolerant plants such as begonia,
autumn sage, and yellow
columbine, as well as certain
colorful succulents.

4. English Garden
In English gardens, it is common
to find bodies of water, such as
lakes, ponds, or reflecting pools.
Bridges, benches, birdbaths,
sculptures, and cobblestone
paths are often found alongside
these water features.
 5. Japanese Garden
Traditional Japanese gardens are
created with the intention of
offering a tranquil environment for
reflection, influenced by spiritual
beliefs. They include elements
such as rocks, water, plants, and
decorative items, while adhering
to design principles like
asymmetry, enclosure, borrowed
scenery, balance, and symbolism.
Common features include koi
ponds, waterfalls, stone basins,
bridges, bamboo, and ornamental
decorations.

6. Spanish
Spanish style landscaping is
popular in hot and dry areas and
is influenced by Islamic, Persian,
and Moorish gardens. It is
drought-tolerant and does not rely
on grass. Ceramic elements, such
as benches, pools, walls,
walkways, and fountains, are
commonly used. The fountains
are typically smaller multiple
pieces, and terracotta pots, urns,
and blue glazed accent decor are
authentic features.

Highline Park New York

Vulcano Buono Nola Italy

 Shanghai Houtan Park

Mill Valley Residence’s Green Roof

Tree Museum of Zurich Switzerland

California Academy of Sciences

 FAMOUS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS

1. André Le Nôtre, Best André Le Nôtre landscape designs:

one of the greatest • Palais de Versailles
French landscape • Château de Chantilly
architects, his • Vaux-le-Vicomte
masterpiece being • Château de Saint-Germain-en-
the gardens of Laye
Versailles. • National Estate of Saint-Cloud
• Château de Fontainebleau

André Le Nôtre

Palace of Versailles gardens

2. Frederick Law Best Frederick Law Olmsted landscape

Olmsted, a landscape designs:
architect, designed • Central Park, NYC
beautiful green spaces in • Buffalo Park System, New York
Chicago. He had a diverse • Elm Park, Worcester,
education and also Massachusetts
worked as an author and • U.S. Capitol Grounds,
social critic, advocating for Washington D.C.
the importance of • The Biltmore Estate, North
aesthetic beauty in Carolina
addressing social issues. • Parc du Mont-Royal, Montreal

Frederick Law Olmsted

3. Roberto Burle Marx, Best Roberto Burle Marx landscape

was a Brazilian landscape designs:
architect, as well as a • Sítio Roberto Burle Marx – IPHAN,
painter, printmaker, Rio de Janeiro
ecologist, naturalist, artist • Copacabana Promenade, Rio de
and musician (to name his Janeiro
main occupations) whose • Parque Burle Marx, São Paulo
designs of parks and • Biscayne Boulevard, Miami
gardens made him world- • Instituto Moreira Salles, Rio de
famous. He is accredited Janeiro
with the introduction of • Ministry of Education and Health,
modernist landscape Rio de Janeiro
architecture to Brazil.
Roberto Burle Marx
 The Living Art of Roberto Burle Marx

4. James Corner, is a
Best James Corner landscape
highly respected
designs:
landscape architect
• The High Line, NYC
known for his successful
projects such as the High • Shelby Farms Park,
Line in New York, Seattle's Memphis
Central Waterfront, and • Freshkills Park, Staten Island
London's Queen • Navy Pier, Chicago
Elizabeth Olympic Park. • Race Street Pier,
He is also involved in Philadelphia
designing Qianhai, a new
city in China.
James Corner

The High Line, NYC

5. Gertrude Jekyll, Best Gertrude Jekyll landscape

an English landscape designs:
architect who was the • Barrington Court Manor,
most successful Somerset
advocate of the
• Gravetye Manor, Sussex
natural garden and
• Hestercombe House, Somerset
who brought to the
• Gertrude Jekyll Garden at The
theories of her
Glebe House, Woodbury,
colleague William
Connecticut
Robinson a cultivated
• Castle Drogo, Devon
sensibility he lacked.

Gertrude Jekyll
 Hestercombe Gardens

6. Louis Benech, a Best Louis Benech landscape

renowned French landscape designs:
architect, is known for his • Water Theater Grove,
commitment to harmoniously Versailles
blending his designs with the • The Élysée Palace Gardens,
surrounding landscapes. Paris
Together with his proficient • Tuileries Gardens, Paris
team of designers, he has • The Rose Pavilion, Pavlovskiy
successfully accomplished Park, St Petersburg
an impressive portfolio of • Gardens of the Achilleion
over 300 exceptional park Palace, Corfu
and garden projects.
Louis Benech

7. Kongjian Yu, is Best Kongjian Yu landscape designs:

an award-winning • Red Ribbon Park, Qinhuangdao
landscape designer, City
president of the • Suqian Santaishan Flower Quilt,
Turenscape firm, Jiangsu Province
and professor of • Yanweizhou Park, Jinhua City
landscape • Tongnan Dafo Temple Wetland
architecture at Park, Chongqing City
Peking University. • Shanghai Houtan Park
• Minghu Wetland Park, Liupanshui
City

Kongjian Yu

Tianjin Qiaoyuan Park

 Best Martha Schwartz landscape
designs:
8. Martha Schwartz
• Grand Canal Square Plaza, Bord
is a landscape
Gáis Energy Theatre, Dublin
architect, urbanist,
• Qatar Petroleum Grounds, Doha
artist and climate
activist. Her work • Marina Linear Park, San Diego
and teaching • Splice Garden, Whitehead
focuses on the urban Institute, Cambridge, United
public realm States
landscape. • Boston Bagel Garden
• Jeju Dream Tower landscaping

Martha Schwartz

Best Laurie Olin landscape designs:

• 11th Street Bridge Park in
9. Laurie Olin, is a Washington D.C.
distinguished • Bryant Park
teacher, author, and • Redesign of Columbus Circle,
one of the most NYC
renowned landscape • Fran and Ray Stark Sculpture
architects practicing Garden, Los Angeles
today. • Hudson Yards Redevelopment
Project

Laurie Olin

10. Peter Walker, an Best Peter Walker landscape designs:

American landscape • National September 11 Memorial
architect, is recognized & Museum, NYC
for incorporating • Jewel Changi Airport, Singapore
natural and artificial • Barangaroo waterfront renewal
elements in his project, Syndney
designs. He frequently • Salesforce Transit Center and
utilizes stone, wood, Park, San Francisco
and plants to craft • Hong Kong New Central
visually appealing and Harborfront
practical landscapes. • Quzhou Sports Campus, China

Peter Walker

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https://www.fieldoperations.net/project-details/project/the-high-line.html
https://luxurycolumnist.com/famous-landscape-architects/
https://www.architecture.org/learn/resources/architecture-dictionary/entry/frederick-law-olmsted/’
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 One of the most influential architects for me is James Corner. The High Line that Corner
designed was mind blowing because he transformed an abandoned, elevated rail line into a public
park. It is claimed as “strolling garden in the sky.” I love how Corner did a different approach on
landscaping. As Corner said, "But landscape connotes so much more than greenery, invoking
ecology, politics, culture and technology. For me the city is a landscape: it is not necessarily
always green or scenic, but it is topographical, with places, pathways, journeys and stories."
Another one that interests me is Sítio Roberto Burle Marx, was unanimously recognized
as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Designed by Roberto Burle Marx, houses over 3,500
species of tropical and subtropical plants in nurseries and gardens. These plants coexist with the
native vegetation in a 405,000 square meter space that includes buildings, lakes, gardens, art
collections, and a large library. The idea of having a garden with so different species of plants that
at least 3,500 is insane. It promotes preservation of vegetation that is why it is one of the most
important gardens.