Analyzing the Landscape Site .ppt

Analyzing the Landscape Site Chapter 3 Preparation for the Design Process The one key to successful landscaping is to consider the features of the site and the surrounding area. Designers will note site characteristics such as: drainage of water Slope of the land Soil conditions Existing vegetation Existing structures Climate Preparation for the Design Process What is the base plan? It is the first drawing in the landscape design process involves a bas plan. It is the drawing of the hour on the lot. Preparation for the Design Process What is a plan view? It is a view from above looking down as opposed to a drawing of the front of the house known as a elevation view Preparation for the Design Process Features included on a base plan are: driveways patios walks Fences Preparation for the Design Process What is a plat of survey/ it is a legal document indicating the exact locations of physical structures on a piece of property and the exact dimensions of the property The Design Process Design may be produce with the simplest equipment or top of the line computer technology. Computer Technology is the fastest growing segments of the information age The Design Process What does Computer assisted design (CAD) mean? refers to the use of computer hardware and software to produce drawings The Design Process What is Software? is the programs which make the equipment function The Design Process What is Hardware? Describes the computer equipment. This includes input devices which allow the designer to enter information into the computer Example of this device are: keyboard, mouse, pen plotter, and more!! The Design Process What is Video imaging? is a technique that uses computer technology to superimpose a landscape design over a photo of the customers undeveloped landscape Video software may include a scanner, a special camera, input device, or a video input device The Design Process Drawing the Plan: Drafting equipment should