When i first got introduced to Landscape Architecture, i never had a prior knowledge that it even existed. I was interested in Architecture and wanted to become an architect, however, architecture had a one dimension sense to it since you only really focus on structure and that's about it. On the other hand, Landscape architecture is a mixture of various practices. To become a Landscape Architect you have to have knowledge of engineering, plants, architecture, color theory, construction, materials, soils, weather patterns, seasonal changes, human psychology, and design. You also have to be an expert in computer software’s like AutoCAD, Photoshop, Indesign, VectorWroks etc...Since when you are trying to present your ideas to a prospective client it has to be in its most attractive graphical form and be presentable. Landscape Architects also have to be able to speak in professional manner when presenting presentations to clients. In order to be successful in this profession you have to stay up to date on current news in "Design World". In order to do that, it is recommend to subscribe to Landscape Architecture Magazines and read about the new innovations in the profession and try to be inspired by them.
Some of the criteria’s for the new student would be to have a passion for the environment and the earth, plus be interested in designing sustainable landscapes that will mitigate the human effect on the earth. And lastly and passion for design and creativity.
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Landscape Architecture Student Life for A Prospective Student
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I was reading an illustrated lightweight useful book called "101 Things I learned in Architecture School" that took me like an hour to go through. Still, it mentioned that architects will take years to mature professionally (maybe in their 50s) since you need to know more than just drawing. You need to be familiar with different subjects, even be little bit familiar, so that your design fits the community. I would argue that Architects deal mainly with built structures (buildings) and plus are the directors who make sure everyone does their part. I think landscape architects have the skills needed to do contextual and design work, because they are trained to organize space in a way that other professionals may not be. Architecture students may not agree with the above statements, but that's how I have understood it to be.
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