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Landscape architecture involves the planning and design of spaces for human activities. It is the profession committed to the creation of outdoor places, and also to the sustainable development of the environment. It has significant impact particularly in large-scale projects such as civic squares and recreational parks. The objective in the planning process is to ensure that all projects are implemented in harmony with the natural environment.
Landscape architecture is at an early stage of development in the Caribbean, with only a few qualified practitioners who have the skills and training to combine art and design, and consider physical, social, economic, political, and cultural factors that generate creative solutions for our outdoor living environments within a sustainable development framework. |
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| Landscape Architectural Services |
For the purpose of physical development, preservation or enhancement, Landscape Architectural services would include the following: |
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Investigation, selection and allocation of land and water resources for appropriate use |
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Site planning of public parks, golf courses, theme parks and sports facilities |
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Development of housing areas, industrial parks and commercial developments |
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Design of highways, transport corridors and greenbelts |
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Urban plazas, civic squares and waterfront schemes |
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Heritage projects and historic landscapes |
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Planning open spaces around schools, universities, hospitals and hotel resorts |
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Town planning applications, environmental assessment and land use proposals |
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Collaboration in the design of roads, bridges and structures |
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Reservoirs, power stations, mining industry applications or major industrial projects |
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Production of overall site plans, grading and drainage plans, landscape lighting and automatic irrigation plans, planting design and construction details |
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Specifications, cost estimates and technical reports for land development |
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The best use of these skills is realized when they are engaged at the earliest possible stage of the project planning cycle. Within the preliminary site planning phase of a project, landscape architects evaluate conceptual approaches to planning and development. Conservation of existing environmental features is a key consideration in this process. Forests and other natural areas can be subject to scientific analysis and environmental assessment, particularly if they are ecologically fragile. |
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Landscape architects consider the relationships between a building and its surroundings, as well as the climate, topography, roads, and planting. They are aware of the relationship between earth, plants, water and building materials to create an architectural landscape integrated with the natural and man-made environments. |
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