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More than projects from around the globe are described and illustrated. A new chapter details ways in which landscape architectural practice must respond to the dangers posed by fire, floods, drought, extreme storms, and climate change.

Sustainable Landscape Construction is a crucial complement to basic landscape construction texts, and is a one-of-a-kind reference for professionals, students, and concerned citizens. William Thompson is story editor for Landscape Architecture , the magazine. Green Building Council. It should be used by the public to request accountability.

It is also so well written that, unexpectedly, it's also good bedtime reading. William Thompson, the editor of Landscape Architecture , and Kim Sorvig, who teaches at the University of New Mexico, lay out 10 principles for promoting sustainability in landscape architecture and design. They do this so thoughtfully that it's worthwhile reading for any design professional The authors carefully distinguish their approach from conventional landscape design and tradition premodern practices, while drawing on both.

And they don't fall into the trap of assuming that doing the same things with less impact will be sufficient The book also includes a distinctive feature that anyone who has unwisely tried to search 'landscape' online will appreciate: The bibliography subject headings at the end of each chapter include a list of potentially useful Internet search terms.

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Fast Customer Service!!. Seller Inventory Q Thompson, J. William ; Sorvig, Kim. Publisher: Island Press , Future landscape contractors and designers will appreciate detailed discussions about site preparation, Landscape Construction, 2nd Edition will help readers understand the process of construction and implementation of hardscape improvements.

Future landscape contractors and designers will appreciate detailed discussions about site preparation, grading and drainage, utilities and irrigation, retaining wall construction, paving, exterior carpentry, fencing and free-standing walls, and such amenities as pools, ponds, and edging.

Each section contains detailed installation information for most of the contemporary materials used in today's landscapes. The author has provided expert perspective on materials and techniques as well as easy-to-follow instructions. Get A Copy. Paperback , pages.

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