Final Project at URI. Worked to redevelop and rehabilitate a State Park in Narragansett, RI with an eye on changing environmental and social conditions.
This document provides biographical information about influential landscape architect Ian McHarg. It summarizes that McHarg was a Scottish-born American landscape architect known for championing an ecological approach to design. He taught at the University of Pennsylvania and worked at the firm Wallace McHarg Roberts and Todd. McHarg is renowned for his 1969 book "Design with Nature" which argued for development practices that work with rather than against the environment. The document also provides details about specific projects McHarg worked on, including Amelia Island Plantation, and his legacy of furthering environmental stewardship in the field of landscape architecture.
Ian McHarg published his landmark book "Design with Nature" in 1969 which laid out an environmentally conscious approach to urban planning. In it, he advocated evaluating land use based on its natural characteristics and limitations rather than just economic factors. The book described McHarg's method of landscape analysis which broke regions down into their appropriate land uses based on environmental attributes. It was a pioneering work that helped launch the modern environmental planning movement. McHarg viewed nature as an interactive system with intrinsic values that should inform human development, not just be dominated by it. He saw the interdependence between humanity and natural systems like plants that support all life.
The document provides biographical information about Peter Jansen, an architect and expert in waterfront development who has consulted on numerous marina and waterfront projects worldwide. It also lists his publications, presentations, memberships, and contact details for his firm Urban Aqua, which specializes in water sport design concepts and waterfront developments.
This book shares the story of key impacts of locally-led Green Map projects in a dozen countries. Conceived and originally published in Japanese by Green Map Aichi and Green Map Japan in 2008, the global organization Green Map System published the English edition in 2009. Each story is written by a local author. The book can be purchased at GreenMap.org/store and more about the outcomes of Green Mapmaking can be seen at GreenMap.org/impacts
George Bancroft Memorial Park in Blackpool, England underwent a £11.5 million redevelopment that was completed in 2007. The objectives of the redevelopment were to integrate two once separated communities on either side of the site and provide a unique entrance to Blackpool from the M55 motorway. The redevelopment features landscaping with strong landforms, exciting lighting, sculptural walls, and two dramatic climbing towers. Native and tropical plantings are used throughout the park to beautify the space. While the park aims to revitalize the area and bring the community together, some local residents still view the surrounding neighborhood as deprived.
Unit 02 Elements of Landscape Architecture and Landscape DesignGeeva Chandana
This document provides an overview of the key elements and concepts in landscape architecture. It discusses landscape architecture, landforms, planting design, water features, and urban landscapes. The document is divided into 5 units that cover the introduction to landscape architecture, elements of landscape design, history of landscape architecture, urban landscapes, and landscape exercises. It also provides details on landforms, contour lines, ridge and valley systems, watersheds, vegetation, and planting design principles.
This document provides biographical information about influential landscape architect Ian McHarg. It summarizes that McHarg was a Scottish-born American landscape architect known for championing an ecological approach to design. He taught at the University of Pennsylvania and worked at the firm Wallace McHarg Roberts and Todd. McHarg is renowned for his 1969 book "Design with Nature" which argued for development practices that work with rather than against the environment. The document also provides details about specific projects McHarg worked on, including Amelia Island Plantation, and his legacy of furthering environmental stewardship in the field of landscape architecture.
Ian McHarg published his landmark book "Design with Nature" in 1969 which laid out an environmentally conscious approach to urban planning. In it, he advocated evaluating land use based on its natural characteristics and limitations rather than just economic factors. The book described McHarg's method of landscape analysis which broke regions down into their appropriate land uses based on environmental attributes. It was a pioneering work that helped launch the modern environmental planning movement. McHarg viewed nature as an interactive system with intrinsic values that should inform human development, not just be dominated by it. He saw the interdependence between humanity and natural systems like plants that support all life.
The document provides biographical information about Peter Jansen, an architect and expert in waterfront development who has consulted on numerous marina and waterfront projects worldwide. It also lists his publications, presentations, memberships, and contact details for his firm Urban Aqua, which specializes in water sport design concepts and waterfront developments.
This book shares the story of key impacts of locally-led Green Map projects in a dozen countries. Conceived and originally published in Japanese by Green Map Aichi and Green Map Japan in 2008, the global organization Green Map System published the English edition in 2009. Each story is written by a local author. The book can be purchased at GreenMap.org/store and more about the outcomes of Green Mapmaking can be seen at GreenMap.org/impacts
George Bancroft Memorial Park in Blackpool, England underwent a £11.5 million redevelopment that was completed in 2007. The objectives of the redevelopment were to integrate two once separated communities on either side of the site and provide a unique entrance to Blackpool from the M55 motorway. The redevelopment features landscaping with strong landforms, exciting lighting, sculptural walls, and two dramatic climbing towers. Native and tropical plantings are used throughout the park to beautify the space. While the park aims to revitalize the area and bring the community together, some local residents still view the surrounding neighborhood as deprived.
Unit 02 Elements of Landscape Architecture and Landscape DesignGeeva Chandana
This document provides an overview of the key elements and concepts in landscape architecture. It discusses landscape architecture, landforms, planting design, water features, and urban landscapes. The document is divided into 5 units that cover the introduction to landscape architecture, elements of landscape design, history of landscape architecture, urban landscapes, and landscape exercises. It also provides details on landforms, contour lines, ridge and valley systems, watersheds, vegetation, and planting design principles.
The document discusses various topics related to ecological restoration including:
1) Ecological restoration aims to reverse degradation and reestablish ecosystems, though returning to the original condition is rarely possible. Common restoration methods include reintroduction of species, remediation of pollution, and reclamation of degraded sites.
2) Examples of restoration projects include restoring forests in Vermont, prairies in Wisconsin and Oklahoma, and wetlands in Colorado and the Everglades. The Bermuda cahow bird was reestablished through protection programs.
3) Factors like fire and grazing by animals like bison are important for maintaining certain ecosystems like oak savannas and prairies but require restoration efforts to reestablish.
This document provides an overview of sustainability icons categorized into different themes such as green economy, nature, culture and society, and public works. It includes over 150 icons representing various sustainable sites, organizations, infrastructure, and activities. The icons are intended to be used on green maps to identify local ecological and social sustainability initiatives and resources.
Restoration is the process of assisting the recovery of an ecosystem that has been degraded, damaged, or destroyed. It involves improving ecosystem structure and functions to emulate the original, indigenous ecosystem. Approaches include rehabilitation, reclamation, re-creation, and enhancement. The ultimate goal is to enhance ecosystem functioning through increasing nutrient cycling, productivity, and trophic interactions. Successful restoration also requires addressing issues like degraded soil and hydrology. Many restoration efforts aim to restore critical habitats for endangered species or improve water quality in degraded rivers and lakes. Large-scale examples in India include programs to restore the Ganges and Yamuna rivers through reducing pollution and improving sanitation.
The document summarizes Fatema Sharmin Sonia's 2014 work as a community architect with UN-HABITAT in Bangladesh. She worked to improve the Shondip Colony settlement in Chittagong, which faced issues like landslides, lack of infrastructure, and vulnerability to climate hazards. Through community workshops and consultation, she analyzed issues and designed solutions. This included infrastructure plans, housing module designs, and a phased approach to upgrade the settlement and increase resilience over 5 years. The work was a collaborative community-led process involving local leaders, organizations, and technical experts to empower and improve lives in the vulnerable community.
WELCOME TO ALTOS DEL MAR SCULPTURE PARK (ADMSP)!
If your senses ignite at the sight of an interesting piece of art and your spirit craves a place to be one with the breeze, the ocean and the trees, soon your utopia will arrive. A place where harmony rules and butterflies live. Step within a realm where contradictions thrive, a place that is both soothing and exciting, beautiful and jarring, still and flowing, moving and stationary, evolutionary and timeless, organic and mechanic.
We are building the first sculpture park of its kind in the world as it will feature:
FREE changing exhibitions of sculpture from established artists from the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries.
FREE community art classes, fitness and entertainment.
365 days per year in the North Beach section of Miami Beach, Florida.
ADMSP will transform North Beach into a community, cultural, tourism and travel destination elevating the quality of life and economy for all.
We are building a place that although at first glance is a sculpture park, upon further inspection it reveals itself as an important community installation with cultural, social and economic implications that extend well beyond the sculptures and the traditional museum audiences- for EVERYONE!
Third presentation of LID and LEED research and Barriers to Implementation.
Includes reports on soil compaction, soil amendments, and Fall 2009 study of LEED-ND construction in the US
This document discusses environmental restoration approaches and goals. It presents on environmental restoration by Khan Mohammad Raoha, Shaumik Sakib Bin Masud, and Sumaiya Jabin of the Bangladesh University of Engineering & Technology. It outlines that environmental restoration aims to remedy environmental damage and protect human health. Approaches include using heavy machinery, hand planting, and computer mapping. Goals are to identify and clean contamination, remedy other environmental harms, and demolish unsafe structures. The document also discusses restoration after Hurricane Katrina, including habitat, wetland, and chemical waste restoration projects.
This document provides a chapter-by-chapter summary of John O. Simonds' book "Landscape Architecture". Each chapter examines a different aspect of landscape design such as climate, land, water, vegetation, and structures. The summary discusses key topics within each chapter, including how different climates and landscapes should inform design decisions. It also explains different techniques like incorporating views, circulation patterns, and spatial volumes to create harmonious human environments that blend with nature.
The document provides a community involvement plan for the Cabot Koppers Superfund site located in Gainesville, Florida. It summarizes the site background including past wood treating operations that contaminated soils and groundwater. It describes community concerns over potential health risks. The plan aims to inform and involve the public in EPA's decision making process to remedy the environmental issues and monitor cleanup progress. It provides resources for ongoing communication between EPA and the local community.
This document provides an environmental inventory and observations for an area, noting assets like re-using demolition buildings and parks, as well as liabilities such as lack of sewage systems and negative impacts on fauna. Maps show assets like solar panels and storm water management, as well as liabilities such as shade issues. Design strategies are proposed like improving streets and adding green spaces, while circulation and climate strategies involve connecting green areas and balancing shade and sunlight. The next steps involve improving maps, access to the waterfront, and documentation.
Landscape architecture involves the planning, design, and management of both natural and built environments. It aims to make outdoor spaces functional, beautiful, and environmentally sustainable. Landscape architects use elements from various fields like design, horticulture, and environmental studies. They work on projects such as parks, golf courses, and the outdoor areas of buildings. Some key aspects covered are the definitions of landscape and landscape design, the landscape architecture profession, examples of hard and soft landscape elements, and the importance of sustainable landscape design.
It is the process of assisting the recovery of an ecosystem that has been degraded, damaged, or destroyed or deteriorated (society for Ecological restoration definition).
..................the assignment of this was approved by mohamud abadir( specialist of ecological science and Biodiversity), who is lecturer in jigjiga university, east ethiopia.
Ecosystem restoration aims to reverse damage done to ecosystems through processes like climate change, invasive species, and degradation. It helps recover biodiversity and improve human welfare. Restoration seeks to reestablish the essential properties, functions, and structures of damaged ecosystems. There are various forms of environmental degradation that restoration addresses, including global warming, energy consumption, disturbance, and succession. Successful restoration requires carefully planning and implementing goals like species reintroduction to fully restore the original ecosystem.
The document discusses how carbon cycles through the biosphere. It notes that while a person will die, the carbon in their body will be recycled through various processes. The carbon may be taken up by plants through photosynthesis and re-enter the food chain to support new life. The cycling of carbon is one of several important biogeochemical cycles that sustain life on Earth.
CA: Bay Friendly Landscaping Resource GuideSotirakou964
This document provides guidelines for environmentally friendly landscaping practices. It is organized around seven principles: 1) Landscape Locally, 2) Landscape for Less to the Landfill, 3) Nurture the Soil, 4) Conserve Water, 5) Conserve Energy, 6) Protect Water & Air Quality, and 7) Create & Protect Wildlife Habitat. For each principle, it lists specific practices and applications. The goal is for landscape professionals to consider these practices to design, construct, and maintain landscapes in a sustainable way that preserves natural resources and reduces waste.
Mary-Ellen Dennerley has received the Hassell Robin Edmond Award for 2015. With the award money, she plans to travel to Cuba to study urban resilience and self-sufficiency. Specifically, she will examine urban farming in Havana and Santiago de Cuba, and analyze how principles of self-sufficiency can be applied in capitalist cities. Dennerley believes this research will benefit the field of landscape architecture by providing evidence that supports green infrastructure and self-sufficiency in urban areas.
The document discusses the concept of biomimicry, which is applying design solutions found in nature to human problems and needs. It argues that biomimicry has strong potential for innovation but has not been fully utilized. Universities could act as incubators for the concept by facilitating cross-disciplinary collaboration between fields like biology and engineering to identify biological traits with commercial applications. Over time, some corporations have begun incorporating biomimicry approaches, but wider adoption faces challenges like communication barriers between different fields and challenging existing business mindsets.
The document is a term paper that explores the relationship between urban green spaces and sustainable architecture. It begins with an introduction discussing the importance of green spaces in urban areas and their role in sustainable design. It then provides a brief historical overview of urban green space uses. The paper presents two case studies that illustrate how green spaces were incorporated into projects to address sustainability. Finally, it examines how urban green spaces can specifically promote economic, environmental, and human sustainability when integrated into architectural design.
Matt McMillan is a landscape designer whose portfolio includes ecological, urban, and landscape design projects. His portfolio highlights projects that restored the Keys Beach Ecological Reserve in St. Kitts to improve habitat for sea turtles and promote eco-tourism. It also includes an urban renewal project in Denver called Diviarture that aimed to create transit-oriented public spaces. McMillan's philosophy is to design landscapes that celebrate and restore ecological and cultural richness through a creative process informed by nature.
This document discusses the natural and cultural features of Gadeokdo Island off the coast of Busan, South Korea. It describes the island's coastal landscapes, connection to the sea through fishing villages and aquaculture, and importance as a habitat for migratory birds. The document also discusses how development projects like a new harbor port and bridge are impacting the local environment, particularly the ecologically important Nulcha Bay estuary area. Traditional Korean culture's deep respect for nature is also mentioned.
The document discusses various topics related to ecological restoration including:
1) Ecological restoration aims to reverse degradation and reestablish ecosystems, though returning to the original condition is rarely possible. Common restoration methods include reintroduction of species, remediation of pollution, and reclamation of degraded sites.
2) Examples of restoration projects include restoring forests in Vermont, prairies in Wisconsin and Oklahoma, and wetlands in Colorado and the Everglades. The Bermuda cahow bird was reestablished through protection programs.
3) Factors like fire and grazing by animals like bison are important for maintaining certain ecosystems like oak savannas and prairies but require restoration efforts to reestablish.
This document provides an overview of sustainability icons categorized into different themes such as green economy, nature, culture and society, and public works. It includes over 150 icons representing various sustainable sites, organizations, infrastructure, and activities. The icons are intended to be used on green maps to identify local ecological and social sustainability initiatives and resources.
Restoration is the process of assisting the recovery of an ecosystem that has been degraded, damaged, or destroyed. It involves improving ecosystem structure and functions to emulate the original, indigenous ecosystem. Approaches include rehabilitation, reclamation, re-creation, and enhancement. The ultimate goal is to enhance ecosystem functioning through increasing nutrient cycling, productivity, and trophic interactions. Successful restoration also requires addressing issues like degraded soil and hydrology. Many restoration efforts aim to restore critical habitats for endangered species or improve water quality in degraded rivers and lakes. Large-scale examples in India include programs to restore the Ganges and Yamuna rivers through reducing pollution and improving sanitation.
The document summarizes Fatema Sharmin Sonia's 2014 work as a community architect with UN-HABITAT in Bangladesh. She worked to improve the Shondip Colony settlement in Chittagong, which faced issues like landslides, lack of infrastructure, and vulnerability to climate hazards. Through community workshops and consultation, she analyzed issues and designed solutions. This included infrastructure plans, housing module designs, and a phased approach to upgrade the settlement and increase resilience over 5 years. The work was a collaborative community-led process involving local leaders, organizations, and technical experts to empower and improve lives in the vulnerable community.
WELCOME TO ALTOS DEL MAR SCULPTURE PARK (ADMSP)!
If your senses ignite at the sight of an interesting piece of art and your spirit craves a place to be one with the breeze, the ocean and the trees, soon your utopia will arrive. A place where harmony rules and butterflies live. Step within a realm where contradictions thrive, a place that is both soothing and exciting, beautiful and jarring, still and flowing, moving and stationary, evolutionary and timeless, organic and mechanic.
We are building the first sculpture park of its kind in the world as it will feature:
FREE changing exhibitions of sculpture from established artists from the 19th, 20th, and 21st centuries.
FREE community art classes, fitness and entertainment.
365 days per year in the North Beach section of Miami Beach, Florida.
ADMSP will transform North Beach into a community, cultural, tourism and travel destination elevating the quality of life and economy for all.
We are building a place that although at first glance is a sculpture park, upon further inspection it reveals itself as an important community installation with cultural, social and economic implications that extend well beyond the sculptures and the traditional museum audiences- for EVERYONE!
Third presentation of LID and LEED research and Barriers to Implementation.
Includes reports on soil compaction, soil amendments, and Fall 2009 study of LEED-ND construction in the US
This document discusses environmental restoration approaches and goals. It presents on environmental restoration by Khan Mohammad Raoha, Shaumik Sakib Bin Masud, and Sumaiya Jabin of the Bangladesh University of Engineering & Technology. It outlines that environmental restoration aims to remedy environmental damage and protect human health. Approaches include using heavy machinery, hand planting, and computer mapping. Goals are to identify and clean contamination, remedy other environmental harms, and demolish unsafe structures. The document also discusses restoration after Hurricane Katrina, including habitat, wetland, and chemical waste restoration projects.
This document provides a chapter-by-chapter summary of John O. Simonds' book "Landscape Architecture". Each chapter examines a different aspect of landscape design such as climate, land, water, vegetation, and structures. The summary discusses key topics within each chapter, including how different climates and landscapes should inform design decisions. It also explains different techniques like incorporating views, circulation patterns, and spatial volumes to create harmonious human environments that blend with nature.
The document provides a community involvement plan for the Cabot Koppers Superfund site located in Gainesville, Florida. It summarizes the site background including past wood treating operations that contaminated soils and groundwater. It describes community concerns over potential health risks. The plan aims to inform and involve the public in EPA's decision making process to remedy the environmental issues and monitor cleanup progress. It provides resources for ongoing communication between EPA and the local community.
This document provides an environmental inventory and observations for an area, noting assets like re-using demolition buildings and parks, as well as liabilities such as lack of sewage systems and negative impacts on fauna. Maps show assets like solar panels and storm water management, as well as liabilities such as shade issues. Design strategies are proposed like improving streets and adding green spaces, while circulation and climate strategies involve connecting green areas and balancing shade and sunlight. The next steps involve improving maps, access to the waterfront, and documentation.
Landscape architecture involves the planning, design, and management of both natural and built environments. It aims to make outdoor spaces functional, beautiful, and environmentally sustainable. Landscape architects use elements from various fields like design, horticulture, and environmental studies. They work on projects such as parks, golf courses, and the outdoor areas of buildings. Some key aspects covered are the definitions of landscape and landscape design, the landscape architecture profession, examples of hard and soft landscape elements, and the importance of sustainable landscape design.
It is the process of assisting the recovery of an ecosystem that has been degraded, damaged, or destroyed or deteriorated (society for Ecological restoration definition).
..................the assignment of this was approved by mohamud abadir( specialist of ecological science and Biodiversity), who is lecturer in jigjiga university, east ethiopia.
Ecosystem restoration aims to reverse damage done to ecosystems through processes like climate change, invasive species, and degradation. It helps recover biodiversity and improve human welfare. Restoration seeks to reestablish the essential properties, functions, and structures of damaged ecosystems. There are various forms of environmental degradation that restoration addresses, including global warming, energy consumption, disturbance, and succession. Successful restoration requires carefully planning and implementing goals like species reintroduction to fully restore the original ecosystem.
The document discusses how carbon cycles through the biosphere. It notes that while a person will die, the carbon in their body will be recycled through various processes. The carbon may be taken up by plants through photosynthesis and re-enter the food chain to support new life. The cycling of carbon is one of several important biogeochemical cycles that sustain life on Earth.
CA: Bay Friendly Landscaping Resource GuideSotirakou964
This document provides guidelines for environmentally friendly landscaping practices. It is organized around seven principles: 1) Landscape Locally, 2) Landscape for Less to the Landfill, 3) Nurture the Soil, 4) Conserve Water, 5) Conserve Energy, 6) Protect Water & Air Quality, and 7) Create & Protect Wildlife Habitat. For each principle, it lists specific practices and applications. The goal is for landscape professionals to consider these practices to design, construct, and maintain landscapes in a sustainable way that preserves natural resources and reduces waste.
Mary-Ellen Dennerley has received the Hassell Robin Edmond Award for 2015. With the award money, she plans to travel to Cuba to study urban resilience and self-sufficiency. Specifically, she will examine urban farming in Havana and Santiago de Cuba, and analyze how principles of self-sufficiency can be applied in capitalist cities. Dennerley believes this research will benefit the field of landscape architecture by providing evidence that supports green infrastructure and self-sufficiency in urban areas.
The document discusses the concept of biomimicry, which is applying design solutions found in nature to human problems and needs. It argues that biomimicry has strong potential for innovation but has not been fully utilized. Universities could act as incubators for the concept by facilitating cross-disciplinary collaboration between fields like biology and engineering to identify biological traits with commercial applications. Over time, some corporations have begun incorporating biomimicry approaches, but wider adoption faces challenges like communication barriers between different fields and challenging existing business mindsets.
The document is a term paper that explores the relationship between urban green spaces and sustainable architecture. It begins with an introduction discussing the importance of green spaces in urban areas and their role in sustainable design. It then provides a brief historical overview of urban green space uses. The paper presents two case studies that illustrate how green spaces were incorporated into projects to address sustainability. Finally, it examines how urban green spaces can specifically promote economic, environmental, and human sustainability when integrated into architectural design.
Matt McMillan is a landscape designer whose portfolio includes ecological, urban, and landscape design projects. His portfolio highlights projects that restored the Keys Beach Ecological Reserve in St. Kitts to improve habitat for sea turtles and promote eco-tourism. It also includes an urban renewal project in Denver called Diviarture that aimed to create transit-oriented public spaces. McMillan's philosophy is to design landscapes that celebrate and restore ecological and cultural richness through a creative process informed by nature.
This document discusses the natural and cultural features of Gadeokdo Island off the coast of Busan, South Korea. It describes the island's coastal landscapes, connection to the sea through fishing villages and aquaculture, and importance as a habitat for migratory birds. The document also discusses how development projects like a new harbor port and bridge are impacting the local environment, particularly the ecologically important Nulcha Bay estuary area. Traditional Korean culture's deep respect for nature is also mentioned.
Aaron Christopher Elswick is pursuing a career in urban design and landscape architecture to help strengthen the connection between cities and their natural environments. Through his thesis project called "The Irie Coast", he proposes a master plan for Montego Bay, Jamaica that implements green and blue infrastructure solutions to address issues like climate change resilience, coastal protection, and environmental and cultural sustainability. The plan aims to preserve Montego Bay's existing assets while restoring natural habitats and creating new public spaces to reconnect residents and visitors with the city's unique ecologies.
Ecological Enhancement of Coastal and Marine InfrastructuresStephanie Camay
This document discusses strategies for decreasing the ecological footprint of coastal and marine infrastructures. It provides an overview of the environmental impacts of coastal development such as habitat loss, pollution, and invasive species. The strategies presented include environmental compensation, ecological engineering, and designing infrastructures to be ecologically active. Ecologically active infrastructures use texture, composition, and macro-design elements to support biological productivity while meeting construction requirements. This enhances biodiversity and ecosystem services without compromising structural integrity. The document advocates for scientists, engineers, and policymakers to collaborate on more sustainable coastal infrastructure design and enhancement.
This presentation was made to the BC Federation of Naturalists Fall General Meeting in Parksville, BC September 29th, 2012.
The talk title was provided at the invitation to speak and does not fit the talk well.
Please note that this presentation does not include notes (except for 1 slide) and most slides are simply to provide a visual while I talk (ramble) and as such do not provide the full story.
Thanks to the BC Naturalists for inviting me to speak. http://www.bcnature.ca/ and the warm welcome to a serious discussion.
It is a work in progress and comments welcome.
A presentation delivered to Friends of the Earth by The FREdome Visionary Trust about Operation OASIS - a project to reclaim arid lands for agroforestry - enabling the large-scale natural conversion of carbon emissions into diminishing carbon resources, such as food and fuel.
This document provides details about Geoff Taylor's design portfolio, including professional projects at HewittNassar Studio and for Clemson University, as well as academic projects. One highlighted professional project was a garden exhibit designed for a Sonoma, California winery festival to address climate change, renewable resources, and sustainable practices. The garden design incorporated global climate data and map projections to illustrate changes in the earth's climate zones and increasing carbon dioxide levels. It used local plants and materials to represent these concepts.
The project questions the anthropocentric development and the dominance of human activity in taking over nature. The stretch of river edge in Gandhinagar is still left unexplored offering a matrix of plantation, villages, and wilderness patch which should not only be preserved but also enhanced to support biodiversity. This is also a great amenity for the residents to come and explore. The idea here is to create 'Ukiyo' or almost transient, unobtrusive architecture interventions that will allow minimal human exploration in sensitive micro ecosystem that is taken over by nature with time.
This document describes a summer plan for tree house dwelling units that provide habitat for both human and non-human species in Portland, Oregon. The design reduces the scale of the human habitat as it approaches shared open spaces where humans and nature can interact around a unifying element of water. The tree house units exemplify how human and natural habitats can coexist in the same space and provide enrichment opportunities for both. The project aims to integrate habitats for local species into a mixed-use development within a functioning urban ecosystem.
Landscape Planning for Climatic AdaptationImad Kayyali
A summery of a research conducted in Kuwait for a large project. The research concluded recommendations for climatic adaptation and energy conservation.
A national park is a protected area designated and managed by the government for the preservation and enjoyment of its natural, cultural, and historical resources. The Grand Canyon is a national park and a world heritage site, attracting millions of visitors each year!
The document discusses various coastal stabilization techniques and alternative solutions from an international perspective. It provides examples of different systems used, such as seawalls, breakwaters, groins, beach nourishments, and more recently developed geosystems using bags, tubes and other containers filled with sand or mortar. The conclusion emphasizes that there is no single ideal solution and each coastal problem requires evaluating the advantages and disadvantages of different materials and systems based on the specific conditions and protection needs.
The document describes a field excursion taken by an LSU School of Architecture studio to sites across coastal Louisiana. Over 11 days, the students visited various locations relevant to the oil and gas industry and coastal ecology, including ports, shipyards, refineries, wildlife refuges, and the project site in Venice. The excursion provided first-hand experience of the complex relationships between industry, inhabitants, and the vulnerable coastal environment that the class project aims to address through symbiotic design.
This document provides an introduction to landscape architecture. It defines key terms like landscape, design, and landscape architecture. It explains that landscape architecture is concerned with the planning, design, management, and stewardship of land. The document also outlines the various fields that inform landscape architecture, including behavioral sciences, general sciences, and engineering/technology. It then discusses different types of landscapes like natural habitats, artifacts, and systems. Finally, it covers common landscape elements like hardscapes, softscapes, pavements, fences, retaining walls, and pedestrian bridges.
This document discusses the promise of the Clean Water Act to make waters fishable and swimmable. It also discusses sustainability paradigms and moving from a technological to ecological approach in areas like wastewater treatment. Natural systems and watershed approaches are highlighted as are constraints like inconsistent regulations. Case studies show the benefits of natural treatment systems and constructed wetlands in providing ecological functions and multiple community benefits.
In his public lecture, Christian Timmerer provides insights into the fascinating history of video streaming, starting from its humble beginnings before YouTube to the groundbreaking technologies that now dominate platforms like Netflix and ORF ON. Timmerer also presents provocative contributions of his own that have significantly influenced the industry. He concludes by looking at future challenges and invites the audience to join in a discussion.
GraphSummit Singapore | The Art of the Possible with Graph - Q2 2024Neo4j
Neha Bajwa, Vice President of Product Marketing, Neo4j
Join us as we explore breakthrough innovations enabled by interconnected data and AI. Discover firsthand how organizations use relationships in data to uncover contextual insights and solve our most pressing challenges – from optimizing supply chains, detecting fraud, and improving customer experiences to accelerating drug discoveries.
Enchancing adoption of Open Source Libraries. A case study on Albumentations.AIVladimir Iglovikov, Ph.D.
Presented by Vladimir Iglovikov:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/iglovikov/
- https://x.com/viglovikov
- https://www.instagram.com/ternaus/
This presentation delves into the journey of Albumentations.ai, a highly successful open-source library for data augmentation.
Created out of a necessity for superior performance in Kaggle competitions, Albumentations has grown to become a widely used tool among data scientists and machine learning practitioners.
This case study covers various aspects, including:
People: The contributors and community that have supported Albumentations.
Metrics: The success indicators such as downloads, daily active users, GitHub stars, and financial contributions.
Challenges: The hurdles in monetizing open-source projects and measuring user engagement.
Development Practices: Best practices for creating, maintaining, and scaling open-source libraries, including code hygiene, CI/CD, and fast iteration.
Community Building: Strategies for making adoption easy, iterating quickly, and fostering a vibrant, engaged community.
Marketing: Both online and offline marketing tactics, focusing on real, impactful interactions and collaborations.
Mental Health: Maintaining balance and not feeling pressured by user demands.
Key insights include the importance of automation, making the adoption process seamless, and leveraging offline interactions for marketing. The presentation also emphasizes the need for continuous small improvements and building a friendly, inclusive community that contributes to the project's growth.
Vladimir Iglovikov brings his extensive experience as a Kaggle Grandmaster, ex-Staff ML Engineer at Lyft, sharing valuable lessons and practical advice for anyone looking to enhance the adoption of their open-source projects.
Explore more about Albumentations and join the community at:
GitHub: https://github.com/albumentations-team/albumentations
Website: https://albumentations.ai/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/100504475
Twitter: https://x.com/albumentations
Unlocking Productivity: Leveraging the Potential of Copilot in Microsoft 365, a presentation by Christoforos Vlachos, Senior Solutions Manager – Modern Workplace, Uni Systems
Pushing the limits of ePRTC: 100ns holdover for 100 daysAdtran
At WSTS 2024, Alon Stern explored the topic of parametric holdover and explained how recent research findings can be implemented in real-world PNT networks to achieve 100 nanoseconds of accuracy for up to 100 days.
Full-RAG: A modern architecture for hyper-personalizationZilliz
Mike Del Balso, CEO & Co-Founder at Tecton, presents "Full RAG," a novel approach to AI recommendation systems, aiming to push beyond the limitations of traditional models through a deep integration of contextual insights and real-time data, leveraging the Retrieval-Augmented Generation architecture. This talk will outline Full RAG's potential to significantly enhance personalization, address engineering challenges such as data management and model training, and introduce data enrichment with reranking as a key solution. Attendees will gain crucial insights into the importance of hyperpersonalization in AI, the capabilities of Full RAG for advanced personalization, and strategies for managing complex data integrations for deploying cutting-edge AI solutions.
Goodbye Windows 11: Make Way for Nitrux Linux 3.5.0!SOFTTECHHUB
As the digital landscape continually evolves, operating systems play a critical role in shaping user experiences and productivity. The launch of Nitrux Linux 3.5.0 marks a significant milestone, offering a robust alternative to traditional systems such as Windows 11. This article delves into the essence of Nitrux Linux 3.5.0, exploring its unique features, advantages, and how it stands as a compelling choice for both casual users and tech enthusiasts.
Threats to mobile devices are more prevalent and increasing in scope and complexity. Users of mobile devices desire to take full advantage of the features
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3. Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s
On the Cover: Human artifice and ecological Project Description
restoration merge in a profound reference to Site Location / Aerial View
Concept Statement
both the natural and human. An extant, WWII
Thoughts on Tourism + Humanity and Ecology
bunker, located on the site will be transformed Analysis / Sea Level Rise / Concept + / Storm Surge / Concept
into a lookout post that is, itself, something to Related Images
behold. The surrounding areas, much of which Analysis / Wetlands and Hydric Soils / Concept
Wetlands and Hydric Soils / On the Site
are currently paved or otherwise cleared, will be Analysis / Tourism / Carbon Footprint
restored with native, coastal buffer vegetation. Thoughts on Development and Habitat
Here human needs are second to ecological LID / Best Practices
Reality / On the Site
function, but human desires remain realized.
Master Planning / Total Site
Master Planning / Expansion Area
Art, Beauty, Ecology / Human Nature
Wetland Boardwalk
Art, Beauty, Ecology / Human Nature
The Turret Walk
Acknowledgements
Opposite: Phragmites! This invasive species is The author would like to thank: the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management for its substantial
a dominant player within the coastal buffer at support throughout this project, the College of Environment and Life Sciences at the University of Rhode Island,
the site. While it projects a certain beauty, even Professor Richard Sheridan for his guidance, creativity and unique motivational powers, and finally his classmates,
more so as it forms dominant monocultures, for their work on the site analysis, permission to share photographs, and camaraderie throughout production and
it is really a symbol of the follies of human critiques.
intervention in the larger processes of the natural
world. Nevertheless, and no matter our deepest
wishes, humanity will continue to impact the Photo Credits
nature with which we are one. Phragmites and Images marked with a * are all rights reserved by the person credited. Images marked with a W
are some
other scourges of human interference should rights reserved under versions of the Creative Commons and are found at commons.wikimedia.org, with specific
be rectified, but we must not lose our humanity attribution, sharing and remixing requirements noted. Any images without a credit were created by the author
by ignoring opportunities to shape the land for of this document and are licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 United
our progeny. States License (See Back Cover).
4. Project Description
The project resulting in this document involved the planning of an expansion to, and possible
redevelopment of, the Fisherman’s Memorial Campground operated by the Rhode Island
Department of Environmental Management, located in the Town of Narragansett. It could have
been a simple plan of new RV pad sites with inconsequential greening. Instead, the project has
become an opportunity to dispense with ‘development’ that results from the trendlines of the
status quo and to engage the potentials and challenges of the future that result from the nexus
of Climate Change and Peak Oil. Thus a new vision has been crafted that incorporates Low
Impact Design (LID) methods, transcends the current desire to maximize RV sites, and adds
humanistic beauty, all while adding value to this state asset.
The site includes an existing campground and an 8.5 acre area, known as Salty Acres, which
has been proposed as a site for new campground development and which was cleared of most
vegetation by RIDEM this past winter.
My colleagues and I toured the site numerous times, ultimately seeking to understand its true
nature. We investigated sea level rise, soil conditions, history of the site, extant vegetation
and many other factors. The Rhode Island Coast Resources Management Council (CRMC),
which has jurisdiction over coastal features and the freshwater wetlands on the site provided
information about best practices in developing coastal zones and familiarized participants with
relevant regulations.
The project began with the simple mission to develop plans for an expansion area and for
future redevelopment of the existing campground. With this document, the project has
morphed into something greater. Here, the Fisherman’s Memorial Campground will be
used to illustrate contemporary sustainability issues, LID principles, and a new call for
an artistic and awe-inspiring human imprint upon our habitat and, even more so, upon
our ecological restoration efforts. The plan will be shown as a model to be emulated in a
variety of coastal settings that must be confronted the near future.
5. Site Location / Aerial View
The project site is located in the Town of Narragansett in southern Rhode Island. The map at left
shows the location of the campground within the statewide context. The aerial photograph below,
provided by Google Maps, shows the site itself and surrounding neighborhoods and habitat. The
Fisherman’s Memorial Campground and the Salty Acres Parcel are demarcated by the region of
brighter color.
Opposite (top to bottom): View of cleared Salty
Acres Parcel, another view of cleared Salty
Acres Parcel, View of Existing Campground
near salt pond as view from the extant bunker.
6. Concept Statement
New RV spaces are in great demand, however this site does not provide any opportunity
to develop such spaces in either a financially or ecologically sound manner. Sea level
rise will undermine the infrastructure required to support RV sites.
Ecological best practices form the backbone of this chronologically dynamic proposal
with the human experience accentuated through a unique ‘back to the wilderness’
approach to camping.
Opportunities to be in contact with pristine coastline and uplands are rare, especially
for those without waterfront property. Therefore a restored campground will provide
a unique attraction.
Based on these concepts the model for tourist attraction to the site must be
rehabilitated. In addition the site itself must be restored to a more perfect vision of
its ecological roots. Human use of the site should be maintained, but the impact that
such users make upon the planet will be drastically reduced and their experience of
the site will be altered.
Left: Beauty found at the mud flat edge.
7. T h o u g h t s o n To u r i s m
The tourist economy is quite important to the State of Rhode Island. This site is part of a strategy to gain greater direct income for the state from this engine. Currently
this tourism consists primarily of families in RVs. While the state has an understandable interest, based on past experience, in increasing the number of spaces available
for such vehicles, this strategy will run into a number of constraints in the near future. First, the increasing cost of fuel makes driving RVs long distances impractical. In
fact, in response to fuel cost concerns, the Winnebago company has seen significant declines in its stock value in the last few months as sales have declined dramatically.
Second, coming regulation of carbon footprints and emissions will lead the state to focus on developing carbon neutral industries. The tourist industry is inherently energy
intensive when it relies upon people living far from the point of recreation. Thus there is a priority in developing alternatives to high impact modes of tourism, of which the
RV must be the poster child. In contrast, the tent and the cottage, nestled into a coastal wilderness rarely witnessed by those other than the superrich, are natural forms
of Low Impact Development. They can easily capture the low fees now asked of RV owners.
While proximity to a tourist attraction, in this case Galilee, is enough to justify a high-intensity tourist destination, the creation of a low impact program for a site such as
Fisherman’s Memorial Campground will become its own draw. By combining a low impact aesthetic with a reputation of ecological restoration and respect the campground
will gain an invaluable attraction: uniqueness.
While beyond the scope of this publication, the author would be remiss without mentioning the role of State Parks and questioning their use as a revenue stream for larger
state purposes. State Parks are meant to provide residents with access to open space and natural areas. In Rhode Island there are no admittance fees to parks or beaches
(although beaches do charge a parking fee). Campgrounds do charge fees to those who stay overnight. When these fees are used to recover the costs of maintaining
such an environment they are quite justified. When these fees are envisioned as part of the solution to the State’s budget crises, the public trust is being violated.
Development and Habitat
The history of a site is always important, especially when determining what level of ecological restoration juxtaposed with new types of human use are appropriate. In the
case of this site, it had already been extensively developed, first as a military base and then as a campground subservient to the needs of campers and RVs. A helpful
reference in determining an appropriate response is the Smartcode, developed by DPZ Inc. This method of ‘Zoning’ is based upon a transect system from the Rural
Preserve to the Urban Center.
At Fisherman’s Memorial Campground, nature has already been significantly altered by humans. However the site is not directly adjacent to any village/town/city center
that would suggest its evolution into a more urbanized and human dominated landscape. Its location adjacent to sensitive land and marine ecosystems suggests that the
site should undergo a significant level of ecological restoration. Given the discussion of tourism and subsequent investigation it is clear that the intensity of human use
of the site should be reduced while nature is allowed to heal old wounds.
8. Analysis / Sea Level Rise / Concept
Sea level rise is no longer a theoretical phenomenon or threat; it is real and
measurable. The height of the Narragansett Bay has risen by over 14” since the
1930s. Recent reports in the media have highlighted the potential for sea level
rise, documented in IPCC reports. The Rhode Island CRMC has now included
3’-5’ sea level rise in its basic planning documents and will be utilizing these
figures as they revisit plans around the state.
The images along the top of this page show 3D models of the Fisherman’s
Memorial Campground site with current sea level, 5’ sea level rise, and 20’ sea
level rise.
Recent media reports clarify that 3’ of sea level rise will be the result of ocean
Current Sea Level
expansion due to increased temperatures. In other words, this rise does not
consider the profound impacts of melting glaciers, the Greenland Ice Cap, or
Antarctica. The results of those studies was suppressed in the most recent
IPCC report by the Executive Branch of the United States Government.
In the April 7, 2008 issue of The Guardian, Dr. James Hansen, head of the
Goddard Institute for Space Studies, called for a sharp reduction in atmospheric
CO2 concentration targets. He suggested that levels well below those set by
the European Union would still result in sea level rise of over 250’. Such an
enormous rise truly suggests the urgency of breaking with past trends to develop
a sustainable future that does not require the abandonment of our traditional
settlements.
Analysis / Storm Surge / Concept
Concern about storm surge follows that of sea level rise. Little consensus has
been reached about the potential for climate change to increase or diminish
Atlantic hurricanes. The bottom row of diagrams illustrate current 100 year
Current Sea Level / Storm Surge
storm surges atop future potential sea levels.
10. A n a l y s i s / We t l a n d s a n d H y d r i c S o i l s / C o n c e p t
Wetlands provide important stormwater management in natural ecosystems, delaying water movement, reducing erosion downstream
and improving water quality by impeding sediment and nutrient flows. Wetlands naturally occur within watersheds in areas featuring
minimal slopes and soils that do not efficiently infiltrate water or otherwise become easily saturated. These areas are currently
protected by setback requirements for any alterations or development. Below is an example of a rehabilitated wetland.
Hydric soil conditions often surround or otherwise accompany wetland areas. While they are not as wet, the watertable is near the
surface for much of the year. The result is that these soils do not support construction of buildings or pavement systems expected
to carry heavy loads, an example of which would be RVs.
Photo Credit: Lloyd roz W
11. We t l a n d s a n d H y d r i c S o i l s / O n t h e S i t e
Major systems of wetlands and hydric soils traverse the site. Some of these were
recently cleared of all vegetation as shown in the photo to the left. Others are in better
condition. In such close proximity to the coast, these habitats are the linchpins in
a natural system that filters out human introduced toxins such as fertilizers, sewage
waste, and excess sediment that harm coastal and marine life. Below is a map noting
the location of wetlands and hydric soils, both in the darker blue and, for reference, in
green the 200’ coastal buffer setback. Due to the sea level rise, shown on the previous
pages, the coastal buffer will be moving inland, and the wetland and hydric soil areas
can be expected to expand.
Photo Credit: Michael Viola *
12. LID / Best Practices
This is a design methodology that seeks to minimize the the negative impacts
of human activities upon ecological systems, often by mimicking ecological
functions or by modifying conventional materials so that typical impacts are
minimized in expanse and severity. This includes the restoration of coastal
buffers to function as habitat and shoreline protection systems, the use of
bioswales to slowly purify and infiltrate stormwater runoff instead of using
expensive and harmful pipe systems, and the installation of low cost, low
inherent energy, pervious paving systems such as crushed gravel.
Below is an example of permeable pavement. Other affordable options include
gravel based systems. Left Above is recovering buffer area where plant life is
reclaiming a roadbed. Right Below is a heavily vegetated bioswale.
Photo Credit: Immanuel Giel W
13. Reality / On the Site
Current site conditions on the Salty Acres
expansion parcel, and the larger Fisherman’
Memorial Campground, are inferior to the
best practices of Low Impact Development,
presenting an opportunity to develop a model
to educate to the larger community.
Left Top is a cleared coastal buffer and wetland
setback area.
Left Bottom is an area of extensive pavement.
Bottom Middle is a view of a typical camper
area showing the vast lawn and pavement.
Bottom Right shows a typical stormwater drain ,
promoting erosion and poor water quality.
Photo Credit: Michael Viola *
14. M a s t e r P l a n n i n g / To t a l S i t e
This master plan is intended to provide a radical departure from the status quo
to illuminate new options. It includes the ultimate conversion of all existing RV
and camper spaces to new Cottage units, reducing energy consumption and
opening opportunities for those who cannot afford luxurious RVs. A Park and
Camp minimizes chronic vehicular circulation and removes vehicles from areas
that are rightfully dominated by nature or children. The upland core will include
an improved Farmer’s Market providing an amenity to neighbors as well as
those planning to prepare a campfire outside of a tent or cottage. The extant
wetlands and a substantial coastal buffer will both be restored, thus giving
structure to the larger site. Finally the existing, western bunker will become a
unique symbol of the campground.
0’ 150’ 300’ 600’
SCALE 1” = 300’-0”
15. Master Planning / Expansion Area
The Salty Acres Parcel initially prompted this study. It is the least suitable portion of the
Fisherman’s Memorial Campground for new development, particularly the development of
RV spaces. In addition to wetland constraints, this portion of the site is quite vulnerable
to storm surges and future sea level rise. On this page, a series of plans emerge that
document such sea level rise and the changes that will be required in this area. By minimizing
infrastructure investment and habitat disruption, this area can be abandoned in the future
without great loss to the state and without hardship to the larger ecosystem.
5’ Sea Level Rise Impact on the Expansion Area
0’ 100 200’ 400’
SCALE 1” = 200’-0”
20’ Sea Level Rise Impact on the Expansion Area Current Sea Level Proposal
0’ 100 200’ 400’
SCALE 1” = 200’-0” 0’ 100 200’ 400’
SCALE 1” = 200’-0”
16. A r t , B e a u t y, E c o l o g y / H u m a n N a t u r e
How can the human and the natural be intertwined? While many recent approaches to ecological The merger of human and natural
restoration view as the ultimate goal the expunction of human impacts, values, and uses, an alternative elements in a synergistic and
must be explored. As described earlier in this document, decisions as to the nature of ecological transformative manner is displayed in
restoration relative to past and future human uses are paramount in forging a relevant strategy for the wetland traverse shown opposite.
human intervention. This boardwalk is to be installed in
accordance with LID practices; that is,
In this case the site has been previously disturbed and developed, quite intensively. The ecological it will traverse a wetland that is currently
importance of the site is such that real efforts towards remediation are beyond reproach. Future in severe need of rehabilitation so
trends suggest that responsible human use of the site will be of a lesser intensity than at present. disruption due to construction will be
minimal.
These conditions present a rare nexus of potential ecological restoration combining with the sublime
artifice of humanity that dazzles and delights. In such a restored arena the only interventions one What is most important though, is
should make will carry that sublime quality. Designers should not shy away from such opportunities the impact of this pathway on the
but must resist impulses for cavalier and egotistical proposals. sequence of spaces developed in the
Master Plan. This space is evocative
Offered here are two intersections of Art, Beauty, Ecology or as it could alternately be termed, Human of the experience that lies between the
Nature. On the opposite page, a boardwalk through impenetrable restored wetland. On the following upland, cottage, and more urban site
pages, a Turret Walk that provides views and is itself something to behold. and the secluded coastal buffer to be
found in its natural glory.
This wetland cuts the site in two and its
magnitude should not be diminished.
Alternatively this plan reveals a past
human presence while allowing both
the beauty and the function of the
ecosystem to become whole again. The
ecological and the eventful will speak
to their respective audiences.
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18. A r t , B e a u t y, E c o l o g y / H u m a n N a t u r e
19. The Turret Walk is an exemplar of the design referenced throughout
this text. It provides a meaningful experience for visitors while
nestling, without new disturbance, amongst nature’s rehabilitation.
Rather than being an arbitrary feature of a designer’s imagination,
this intervention on the rehabilitating landscape utilizes the historical
landforms, created by people with no knowledge of this ultimate
state. The allee along the bunker points to its human roots while
the surroundings remind visitors of the overwhelming power of the
nature that surrounds us. As sea levels rise, this bunker will be one
of the last portions of lower site to recede beneath the tides. With
minor improvements to boardwalks access can be maintained well
into the future. As the site recedes, the Turret Walk will become a
memorial to ideals that we can scarcely recognize in the present; a
remembrance of a time being eroded and sunken.
20. This document presents a model, a warning and a really cool opportunity.
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