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Landscape Architecture Theory: An Ecological Approach
Michael D. Murphy
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Description for Landscape Architecture Theory: An Ecological Approach
Paperback. A foundational text on landscape architecture theory that incorporates art, science, sustainability, and more. Num Pages: 272 pages, 20 photographs, 40 illustrations. BIC Classification: AMCR; AMV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 226 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 476.
For decades, landscape architecture was driven solely by artistic sensibilities. But in these times of global change, the opportunity to reshape the World comes with a responsibility to consider how it can be resilient, fostering health and vitality for humans and nature. Landscape Architecture Theory re-examines the fundamentals of the field, offering a new approach to landscape design. Drawing on his extensive career in teaching and practice, Michael Murphy begins with an examination of influences on landscape architecture: social context, contemporary Mamas, and the practicalities of working as a professional landscape architect. He then delves into systems and procedural theory, ... Read more
For decades, landscape architecture was driven solely by artistic sensibilities. But in these times of global change, the opportunity to reshape the World comes with a responsibility to consider how it can be resilient, fostering health and vitality for humans and nature. Landscape Architecture Theory re-examines the fundamentals of the field, offering a new approach to landscape design. Drawing on his extensive career in teaching and practice, Michael Murphy begins with an examination of influences on landscape architecture: social context, contemporary Mamas, and the practicalities of working as a professional landscape architect. He then delves into systems and procedural theory, ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Island Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
Weight
475g
Number of Pages
272
Place of Publication
Washington, United States
ISBN
9781610917513
SKU
V9781610917513
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Ref
99-15
About Michael D. Murphy
Dr. Michael D. Murphy was a professor of landscape architecture at Texas A&M' University from 1969-to 2012, and served as head of the landscape architecture department from 1989 to 1991. Dr. Murphy has extensive experience in both practice and teaching, also serving as department head at the University of Pretoria. In earlier work, he held appointments as an urban designer ... Read more
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