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Water in Landscape Design: Principles and Applications
Design Principles for water features, Sustainable water management in landscapes. Designing water for human interaction.
Created byDr Sheeba Valsson
Last updated 6/2025
English
What you'll learn
- Understand the fundamental principles of incorporating water features into landscape design.
- Learn about different types of water features and their applications in outdoor environments.
- Explore design principles for creating visually appealing and ecologically sustainable water landscapes.
- Gain knowledge of sustainable water management practices in landscape design, including rainwater harvesting and stormwater management.
- Familiarize oneself with the selection, placement, and maintenance of aquatic plants and wildlife in water landscapes.
- Develop skills in designing water features for human interaction, considering recreational, aesthetic, and social aspects.
- Identify future trends and innovations in water-centric landscape design and integrate them into design concepts.
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Course content
9 sections • 19 lectures • 3h 16m total length
Requirements
- There are no specific prerequisites for this course, but participants with a background or interest in landscape architecture, environmental design, urban planning, or related fields may benefit from the content. Basic knowledge of landscape design principles and environmental science concepts would be advantageous.
Description
Water has a very special quality as an element in landscape design. Water has always been a pivotal element in landscape design, providing not only aesthetic beauty but also ecological benefits and functional enhancements. Over many centuries and in many countries it has in turn been acknowledged and exploited, and it has inspired. It has been a great provider not only in physical terms, but also in the many ways it has contributed to both natural and man-made environments through its aesthetic qualities. Water is a dynamic element that holds profound significance in landscape design, offering a myriad of possibilities for creating visually stunning, functional, and sustainable environments. Whether it's serene ponds, babbling brooks, or cascading waterfalls, the presence of water can transform ordinary landscapes into extraordinary works of art, evoking a sense of tranquility, harmony, and vitality.
This course explores the fundamental principles and practical applications of incorporating water features into landscape design. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the role of water in shaping outdoor environments, learn about various water elements and their design considerations, and explore sustainable approaches to water management in landscapes.
Objectives of the Course:
Understand the fundamental principles of incorporating water features into landscape design.
Learn about different types of water features and their applications in outdoor environments.
Explore design principles for creating visually appealing and ecologically sustainable water landscapes.
Gain knowledge of sustainable water management practices in landscape design, including rainwater harvesting and stormwater management.
Familiarize oneself with the selection, placement, and maintenance of aquatic plants and wildlife in water landscapes.
Develop skills in designing water features for human interaction, considering recreational, aesthetic, and social aspects.
Identify future trends and innovations in water-centric landscape design and integrate them into design concepts.
This course is your gateway to mastering the art and science of water in landscape design.
Who this course is for:
- Students: Undergraduate or graduate students studying landscape architecture, environmental design, urban planning, or related disciplines who want to deepen their understanding of water-centric landscape design.
- Landscape Architects: Professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in incorporating water features into landscape design projects.
- Urban Planners: Practitioners interested in integrating water elements into urban environments to improve aesthetics, ecology, and quality of life.
- Environmental Designers: Individuals focusing on sustainable design practices and interested in leveraging water features for ecological restoration and enhancement.
- Garden Designers: Professionals specializing in residential and commercial garden design who wish to expand their repertoire with water landscapes.