Sustainable Design in Landscape Architecture
Whether you are working on a large-scale or a small-scale project, the sustainable design aims to achieve healthy, productive environments while leaving wildlife habitats unaffected. Landscape architecture can play a crucial role in achieving this goal. One solution to the urban stormwater runoff problem is implementing green infrastructure practices. This can help reduce the amount of water thrown away during storms and recharges groundwater. Green infrastructure can include trees, rain gardens, bioswales, and permeable paving. These features can improve stormwater management, especially if they can intercept the runoff at the source. Another approach involves reducing the impervious surface area. For instance, a paved lot could be dismantled, so the runoff could be diverted to the nearby ground. The runoff is slowly absorbed into the soil. In addition, the site should be developed to slow the speed of the runoff. A lot with good infiltration will be easy. Rain barrels and other rain...