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Landscape Architecture II
Landschaftsarchitektur II
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:42:23
Abstract
The lecture series gives an introduction to the field of contemporary landscape architecture. The courseprovides a perspective on forthcoming landscape architecture in terms of the aspects site, soil, water andvegetation.
Objective
Overview to contemporary and forthcoming tasks of landscape architecture. A critical reflection of the present design practice and discussion of new approaches in landscape architecture.
Content
The lecture series "Theory and Design in Contemporary Landscape Architecture" (Landscape Architecure II) follows the lecture series "History and Theory of Garden Design and Landscape Architecture" (Landscape Architecure I). Rather than concentrating only on questions of style, the series will also tackle issues such as revitalisation, sustainability etc. The lectures review design approaches that critically reflect our inherited perception of nature. The themes of site, soil, water and vegetation provide some useful aspects for the design practice.
Resources
Lecture Notes
No script. Handouts and learning material will be provided.
Literature
A reading list will be provided for the exams.
Learning Materials (Links)
- Main link
- Information
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC , MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 60 minutes
- Aids
- None
Course Components
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Landschaftsarchitektur II
Lehrsprache: Deutsch und Englisch.
Keine Lehrveranstaltung am 20.3. (Seminarwoche), 10./17.4. (Osterferien) sowie an Feiertagen und vor Semesterende (Schlusskritiken). S. Raumreservationen.
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2 h weekly |