207-312 Garden History and Contemporary Design

The objectives of this unit are intended to extend the participant's ability to:

• discuss historical garden and landscape styles and their relationships;

• discuss contemporary styles, issues and examples of garden design;

• describe design principles and their application to small scale landscapes;

• describe the garden design process.

The content includes:

• an overview of garden history and landscape styles from antiquity to the 20th century;

• contemporary garden design and designers;

• process and practices used in garden design;

• design principles;

• planting design and applications;

• visit to historical and contemporary gardens.

A garden design portfolio, equivalent to 3000 words 50% (due mid-semester) and a written assignment based on garden history of 3000 words 50% (due end of the semester).