RESEARCH GUIDE: SITE PLANNING + LANDSCAPE DESIGN
Topics On This Page:
In the Library
Architectural Record
Each issue includes case studies of commercial, institutional or residential projects, including photographs, plans and elevations
Healing Gardens : Therapeutic Benefits and Design Recommendations
edited by Clare Cooper Marcus and Marni Barnes
Examines the research into the effects of gardens on health outcomes and provides guidelines for designing gardens for general hospitals, psychiatric hospitals, nursing homes, and hospice, and also for children and for patients with dementia. Case studies review not only the design but also the use of these types of gardens, detailing successful and unsuccessful design features
Landscape Architecture Magazine
Each issue includes case studies, with photographs and plans, of commercial, institutional or residential projects including academic campuses, hotels and resorts, parks and recreation facilities, gardens, urban spaces, and much more
People Places : Design Guidelines for Urban Open Space
edited by Clare Cooper Marcus and Carolyn Francis
Case studies include photographs, plans, and lists of both successful and unsuccessful design features of plazas, parks, and outdoor spaces for campuses, preschools, elementary schools, hospitals, and housing for the elderly
Public Space
by Stephen Carr, et al.
Includes brief case studies of parks, plazas, outdoor markets, playgrounds, memorials and other outdoor public spaces
Restorative Gardens : The Healing Landscape
by Nancy Gerlach-Spriggs, et al.
Examines the history and benefits of healing gardens, with case studies that highlight restorative gardens at hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and hospices
Online
AIA COTE Top Ten by Varun Kohli - Find Award-Winning Projects
Each year, the AIA Committee on the Environment (COTE) selects 10 projects that demonstrate excellence in sustainability and produce in-depth case studies, including photographs and plans. This website lets you search for AIA COTE Top Ten award-winning projects by project type (residential, hospitality, etc.), climate zone, location, site context (urban, suburban or rural), square footage, and award year.
Building Types Study : Parks and Public Spaces | Architectural Record
Case studies, including photographs and plans, feature gardens, pavilions, scenic overlooks, campus commons, urban squares, and other outdoor spaces
Case Studies | Association of Play Industries
Case studies feature children’s play areas in schools and communities
Designing Our Future: Sustainable Landscapes | American Society of Landscape Architects
Case studies, including photographs and plans, highlight sustainable landscape design for schools, museums, parks, nature centers, corporate and college campuses, neighborhoods, green roofs and houses
Universal Design Case Study Collection | Institute for Human Centered Design
Case studies feature commercial, institutional and residential projects with universal design solutions, including parks, gardens and other outdoor places
In the Library
Dwell Magazine
This magazine on modern living regularly features outdoor living spaces
Elle Decoration
This UK magazine features European outdoor living spaces in May and July
Garden Legacy : The Residential Landscapes of Design Workshop
by Sarah Chase Shaw and D.A. Horchner
Highlights residential gardens and landscapes in the American West
Great American Gardens : A Photographic Celebration
by Stacey Lynn McNutt
Features institutional and residential gardens across the United States
Landscape Architecture Magazine
This magazine is published by the American Society of Landscape Architects and features a wide range of commercial, institutional and residential projects including academic campuses, hotels and resorts, parks and recreation facilities, gardens, urban spaces, and much more
Paraíso Mexicano : Gardens, Landscapes, and Mexican Soul
by Marie-Pierre Colle
Showcases commercial and residential gardens, both traditional and modern
San Diego Home/Garden Lifestyles
Every issue of this magazine features gardens and outdoor living spaces in the San Diego region, and each September issue showcases their annual Gardens of the Year awards
Veranda
Each March/April issue of this magazine features outdoor living spaces
Vertical Gardens
by Jacques Leenhardt, Anna Lambertini and Mario Ciampi
Showcases vertical gardens in urban areas around the world
Online
Center for Active Design : Promoting Health Through Design
Showcases outstanding projects that promote health and well-being, including affordable housing, neighborhoods, community centers, schools, parks and urban spaces
The Field - The Professional Landscape Architects’ Network| American Society of Landscape Architects
Highlights trends, research and recent projects in all areas of landscape architecture and the outdoor built environment
Landezine - Landscape Architecture Works
Showcases outstanding landscape architecture projects from around the world
Landscape Architecture | ArchDaily
Highlights new parks, recreation facilities, pavilions and other outdoor projects around the world, with photographs, floor plans, sections, and site plans
Landscape Architecture | Architectural Lighting
Features outstanding lighting design in parks, plazas, residential yards, and other outdoor spaces
Parks, Landscapes & Sites | DISD Library on Pinterest
Brings together patios, gardens, pools, decks and other outdoor living spaces from some of the best online sources
Public Spaces | DISD Library on Pinterest
Brings together urban plazas, pedestrian areas, bridges, transit facilities, lobbies, pavilions and other public spaces from some of the best online sources
Therapeutic Landscapes Network
Applies the principles of evidence-based design to gardens and green spaces in healthcare facilities
In the Library
Graphic Standards for Landscape Architecture
by Richard L. Austin, et al.
Covers site geography, transportation, recreation facilities, plants, earthworks, and other aspects of site design and landscape architecture
The HOK Guidebook to Sustainable Design
by Sandra Mendler and William Odell
Covers site research, analysis and planning as well as landscape design
Site Analysis : A Contextual Approach to Sustainable Land Planning and Site Design
by James A. LaGro, Jr.
Covers site selection, programming, analysis and design
Site Design and Construction Detailing
by Theodore D. Walker
Covers all aspects of site design, including the preparation of construction drawings, construction materials, paving, curbs, edges, steps, ramps, walls, fences, decks, shelters, bridges, play and recreation equipment, site furniture and fixtures, pools, ponds, fountains, and site utilities
Sun Angle Calculator
This tools allows you to locate the position of the sun at a particular latitude and time, so that you can site buildings and design shading solutions accordingly
Sun, Wind & Light : Architectural Design Strategies
by G.Z. Brown and Mark DeKay
Examines passive building systems and provides design strategies for taking advantage of the climate and site
Time-Saver Standards
The Time-Saver Standards series provides design, architecture and construction standards for all types of projects, including standard layouts and plans
Online
ADA Checklist for Existing Facilities | ADA National Network
Provides detailed checklists, with diagrams and dimensions, of ADA requirements for existing facilities, including outdoor recreational facilities
Buildings & Sites | United States Access Board
Covers codes, standards and guidelines for all types of public and commercial spaces, including government facilities
California Urban Forests Council
Provides information about trees and urban forests, policy papers about the benefits of trees in urban areas, and links to related groups and agencies
Location & Site | BuildingGreen
Offers news and detailed information about site selection, site planning, landscaping, regional planning, designing connections to nature, and more
Sustainable Sites Initiative
Presents a certification system for the sustainability of site and landscape design, construction and maintenance, with certified projects ranging from single-family houses to large institutional campuses
In the Library
Dryland Gardening : Plants That Survive and Thrive in Tough Conditions
by Jennifer Bennett
Recommends drought-tolerant plants to reduce water use in landscapes
Environmental Psychology for Design
by Dak Kopec
Explores the interaction between environments and human behavior, highlighting how differences in age, gender and cultural background influence that interaction
Graphic Standards for Landscape Architecture
by Richard L. Austin, et al.
Covers site geography, transportation, recreation facilities, plants, earthworks, and other aspects of site design and landscape architecture
Green Roofs in Sustainable Landscape Design
by Steven L. Cantor
Covers the green roof design process from concept to completion and profiles projects from across Europe and North America
LD+A : Lighting Design and Application
Each September and December issue focuses on outdoor lighting projects and products
The Nature of Recreation : A Handbook in Honor of Frederick Law Olmsted, Using Examples From His Work
by Richard Saul Wurman, Alan Levy and Joel Katz
Presents information about and design guidelines and checklists for parks and recreation spaces
Outside the Not So Big House : Creating the Landscape of Home
by Julie Moir Messervy and Sarah Susanka
Explores the relationship between the interior and the exterior of a residence and provides guidelines for outdoor design, with plans, drawings and photographs
Online
Landscape Architecture | Whole Building Design Guide
Information about land analysis, planning, design, management, preservation, and rehabilitation, with links to other reliable websites
NCEF Resource List: School Gardens | National Clearinghouse for Educational Facilities
Provides information, guidelines and checklists for designing playgrounds, gardens, small athletic fields, and other outdoor spaces for kids and teens
Outdoor Space | InformeDesign
Research summaries provide information on parks, gardens, camps, farms, playgrounds, beaches, visitor and nature centers, and other outdoor spaces
Parks and Recreation | American Society of Landscape Architects
Resources on planning and designing parks and recreation facilities, and other park-related issues
Research Design Connections
Articles and blog posts cover the latest research about built environments, including children’s spaces, museums, healthcare facilities, parks, public spaces, retirement communities, schools, and more
Residential Design - Home and Garden Tips from Landscape Architects | American Society of Landscape Architects
Provides information about residential landscape design, including reducing water and energy use, using low-impact materials, using native plants, planting food gardens, and more
In the Library
The Garden Design Sourcebook : The Essential Guide to Garden Materials and Structures
by David Stevens
Covers materials, furniture and fixtures for floors, walls and fences, buildings and structures, swimming pools and water features, and other aspects of garden design
Interior Design Magazine
New products are featured throughout each issue, and Spring and Fall Market Tabloids focus exclusively on interior design products and materials
Interiors & Sources
Focuses on commercial products, materials and projects
The Professional Designer’s Guide to Garden Furnishings
by Vanessa Gardner Nagel
Covers how to select appropriate furnishings for different types of outdoor spaces and the different materials available
- SEE MORE IN THE LIBRARY ON THE PRODUCTS & MATERIALS RESEARCH GUIDE
- RECOMMEND A BOOK, MAGAZINE OR FILM
Online
ASID Interior Design Product Finder
Features products for commercial and residential projects, with the option to search vendors by location
Evaluating and Selecting Green Products | Whole Building Design Guide
Describes the process of and tools for selecting green building materials and products, with information about relevant codes and standards as well as links to sites with further information
Products | Interior Design Magazine
Features products for commercial and residential projects
Products & Materials | DISD Library on Pinterest
Brings together products and materials for commercial and residential projects from some of the best online sources
Steelyard
Online marketplace of products, services, inspiration, and trends for designers, architects, purchasers, manufacturers, and others in the design profession
DISD Presentation Board Requirements
The front of each board must be labeled with the name of the student(s) and with the year and semester completed
Each board should measure 16 x 20 inches, 20 x 30 inches, or 24 x 36 inches
See More:
- Library Materials about Site Planning + Landscape Design
- Websites about Site Planning + Landscape Design
- Time-Saver Standards
- Research Guide: Building Codes + Standards
- Research Guide: Human Factors
- Research Guide: Presentations
- Research Guide: Products + Materials
- Research Guide: Universal Design
- Tutorials on Citing Sources, Finding Articles Online, and More
- LIBRARY HOURS
- DISD EMAIL
-
VIA ePORTFOLIOS
(requires login)
- BOOKLIST
- DISD LIBRARY CATALOG
-
PROQUEST CENTRAL
Ebooks and online articles from magazines and journals (requires login)
-
BUILDINGGREEN
Articles and product info (requires login)
-
KRAVET’S WEBSITE
Fabrics, wallcoverings and more (requires login)
-
MEDLINE PLUS
Health and medical information
- EMAIL THE LIBRARY
Close
Recommend a book, magazine or website
Please fill out as much information as you can to recommend a resource. If you are recommending a book, feel free to include an Amazon or Google Books link.