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
André Le Nôtre 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

Palace of Versailles gardens

2. Frederick Law Best Frederick Law Olmsted landscape

Olmsted, a landscape designs:
architect, designed  Central Park, NYC
3. Roberto Burle Marx, Best Roberto Burle Marx landscape
beautiful green spaces in
was a Brazilian landscape designs: Buffalo Park System, New York
Chicago. as
architect, Hewellhad as aa  Sítio
Elm Park, Worcester,
Roberto Burle Marx –
diverse
painter, education and
printmaker, Massachusetts
IPHAN, Rio de Janeiro
 Copacabana
also worked
ecologist, as an author
naturalist, artist U.S. Capitol Grounds,
Promenade, Rio de
and social
and musician (to name critic, Washington D.C.
Janeiro
advocating for the
his main occupations)  Parque
The Biltmore Estate,
Burle Marx, North
São Paulo
importance of aesthetic
whose designs of parks Carolina
 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami
beauty
and in made
gardens addressing
him  Parc du Mont-Royal, Montreal
social issues.  Instituto Moreira Salles, Rio de
world-famous. He is Janeiro
Frederick Law Olmsted accredited with the
 Ministry of Education and Health,
introduction of modernist
Rio de Janeiro
landscape architecture to
Roberto Burle Marx Brazil.

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, Memphis
Seattle's Central  Freshkills Park, Staten
Waterfront, and London's Island
Queen Elizabeth Olympic  Navy Pier, Chicago
Park. He is also involved  Race Street Pier,
in designing Qianhai, a Philadelphia
new city in China.
James Corner
 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
sensibility he lacked.  Castle Drogo, Devon

Gertrude Jekyll
 6. Louis Benech, a Best Louis Benech landscape
renowned French landscape designs:
architect, is known for his  Water Theater Grove,
commitment to
7. Kongjian Yu, is Best Kongjian Versailles Yu landscape designs:
anharmoniously
award-winning blending his Red Ribbon The Élysée Palace Gardens,
Park, Qinhuangdao
designs
landscape designer,with the City Paris
surroundingof the
president landscapes. Suqian  Tuileries Gardens,
Santaishan FlowerParis
Quilt,
Together
Turenscape with his
firm, proficient  The
Jiangsu Rose Pavilion, Pavlovskiy
Province
team professor
and of designers, of he has Park, Park,
St Petersburg
 Yanweizhou Jinhua City
successfully
landscape accomplished  Gardens of the Achilleion
Best Tongnan
Martha Dafo Temple
Schwartz Wetland
landscape
an impressive portfolio
architecture at designs: of Palace, Corfu
Park, Chongqing City
over
8.Peking 300
Martha exceptional park
Schwartz
University.
 Grand
Shanghai Houtan
Canal ParkPlaza, Bord
Square
is andagarden projects.
landscape
Louis Benech  Gáis
MinghuEnergy Theatre,
Wetland Park,Dublin
Liupanshui
architect, urbanist,
 Qatar
City Petroleum Grounds, Doha
artist and climate Best Laurie Olin landscape designs:
activist. Her work  Marina Linear Park, San Diego
 11th Street Bridge Park in
Kongjian Yu and teaching
Tianjin ParkSplice Garden, Whitehead
9. Laurie Olin, is Qiaoyuan
a Washington D.C.
focuses on the Institute, Cambridge, United
distinguished  Bryant Park
urban public realm States
teacher, author, and  Redesign of Columbus Circle,
landscape.  Boston Bagel Garden
one of the
10. Peter mostan Best Peter
Walker, NYC Walker landscape designs:
renowned landscape   Jeju
American landscape Dream Tower landscaping
National
Fran and September
Ray Stark 11Sculpture
Memorial
architects
architect, practicing is & Museum, NYC
Garden, Los Angeles
Martha Schwartz today.
recognized for   Hudson
Jewel Changi
YardsAirport, Singapore
Redevelopment
incorporating natural  Project
Barangaroo waterfront renewal
and artificial elements project, Syndney
in his designs. He  Salesforce Transit Center and
frequently utilizes Park, San Francisco
Laurie Olin
References:
stone, wood, and  Hong Kong New Central
plants to craft visually Harborfront
appealing and  Quzhou Sports Campus, China
practical landscapes.
Peter Walker
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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.