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051-0162-00L 1 Credits BSC , MSC D-GESS , D-ARCH , D-BAUG
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Landscape Architecture II

Landschaftsarchitektur II

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. em. Christophe Girot
Only for Architecture BSc, Programme Regulations 2011.
VVZ CR n/a

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)

General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC , MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 60 minutes
Aids
None
The exam will take place between 18.5.20 and 12.6.20. The exam date will be communicated by the chair in due time.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture 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.
  • Fri 08:00-09:35 (HIL E 3)
2 h weekly

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