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Towards a "critical regionalism" for rapidly developing areas of Texas.
(Landscape Architecture, 1998-12)The published intellectual discourse on "Critical Regionalism" is more prolific in the literature of architecture and planning than that of landscape architecture. As a result, the existing parameters used to define ... -
The Moderating Effects Of Vegetation On Human Violent Behavior Caused By Environmental Stressors
(Landscape Architecture, 2007-08-23)Numerous studies explain the relationship between the environment and human behavior using the term "environmental stressor." Some examples of environmental stressors are temperature, air pollution, noise, and density and ... -
Career Influences For Women In Landscape Architecture
(Landscape Architecture, 2007-08-23)This research explores the insights of successful women who are pioneering the practice of landscape architecture in today's practice. Their perspectives regarding the impediments and advantages of women in current practice ... -
Prospect-refuge Theory Revisited: A Search For Safety In Dynamic Public Spaces With A Reference To Design
(Landscape Architecture, 2007-08-23)Prospect-refuge theory (Appleton 1975) is based on habitat theory (Darwin 1958) which states that the ability to see (prospect) but not be seen (refuge) is basic to many biological needs. According to Appleton, the ability ... -
Analysis Of The Congress Of New Urbanism Landscape Design Principles And Social Interaction
(Landscape Architecture, 2007-08-23)The Congress of New Urbanism (CNU) is a relatively new topic among urban developers, planners, and city leaders. It seeks to change the way cities and towns are built by creating compact neighborhoods that encourage ... -
The Connection Between Landscape Architecture And Water Quality: A Survey Of Landscape Architects In Texas
(Landscape Architecture, 2007-08-23)For local jurisdictions and consumers, water quality has become importantas development pressures and expanding population has increased the strain on existing water supplies. Aging infrastructure, limited financial ... -
A Life In Context: Finding Form In Lewis T. May
(Landscape Architecture, 2007-08-23)This thesis examines the life and career of Lewis T. May (1946 -), FASLA. During his three decades of practice, Mr. May has made exceptional contributions in landscape architecture as a practitioner, author, and academic, ... -
The Green: Building A Viable Program For Forgotten Public Space In Uptown Dallas
(Landscape Architecture, 2007-08-23)The Uptown area of Dallas has seen rapid and drastic change over the last fifteen years. The conversion of the former Missouri-Kansas-Texas (KATY) Railroad line into the KATY Trail has instigated measurable increases ... -
Finding Common Ground: Community Garden As Connector Between Culture, Nature, And The Individual
(Landscape Architecture, 2007-08-23)In the vacant spaces between buildings, in the corners of school yards, in open fields - wherever community gardens are deliberately placed - the space between culture and nature grows smaller. Closing this gap can come ... -
Leaving A Legacy: The Career Of Gene Newman
(Landscape Architecture, 2007-09-17)Landscape architect Gene Newman's career began upon his graduation from Texas A&M University in nineteen-sixty-two. Over the past forty-five years, he has been a partner at both Myrick-Newman-Dahlberg (MND), and ... -
Roadside Naturalization And Texas Highway 190: A Comparison Between Best Practices And Plant Selection
(Landscape Architecture, 2007-09-17)There is much dialog concerning the use of native plants in the roadside environment. From the Highway Beautification of Lady Bird Johnson in the 1960's to the environmental issues of today, designers are focused on ways ... -
Persistence Of Memory: Scent Gardens For Therapeutic Life Review In Communities For The Elderly
(Landscape Architecture, 2007-09-17)This paper links the study of olfaction and autobiographical memory with the practices of reminiscence therapy and landscape architecture, with the goal of bringing this life-enhancing therapy into the garden. Smells have ... -
Challenging Tradition: Parkland Dedication In Subdivision Development
(Landscape Architecture, 2008-04-22)Growth patterns of the last half century have been urbanizing the American landscape (Corrigan, et al, 2004). This new landscape has been created by the horizontal development of single-use, single-family residential housing ... -
Global Outsourcing In Landscape Architecture: A Study Of Current And Future Trends And Effects
(Landscape Architecture, 2008-04-22)Inspired by the rapidly emerging trends and developments in design-related professions, this thesis researches one of the most significant outcomes of globalization: global outsourcing. The last decade has witnessed a ... -
A symbiotic relationship between mid century modern masters: The collaborative works of Arthur and Marie Berger, landscape architects, and O'Neil Ford, architect
(Landscape Architecture, 2008-04-22)Landscape Architects Marie and Arthur Berger were partners as well as husband and wife. The pair began practicing in Dallas, Texas after their marriage in 1946. Marie Monica Harbeck graduated from the University of Oregon ... -
Pedestrian Corridors In Downtown Dallas, Texas And Their Implications On The Movement Of Downtown Residents
(Landscape Architecture, 2008-04-22)The City of Dallas has embarked upon an aggressive economic redevelopment effort in the downtown area. Economic goals of this redevelopment effort are closely tied to and dependent upon a critical mass of downtown residents. ... -
Users' Perceptions Of The Design And Value Of Hiking Trail Systems: A Comparison From National, State, And Regional Parks
(Landscape Architecture, 2008-04-22)Hiking trail systems are added to many park plans by today's landscape architects. Hiking trails are defined in this thesis as paths and trails, improved or unimproved, in park areas where nature is the primary environment, ... -
Art And The Built Landscape In The Central Business District Of Dallas: Influences From An Identifiable Era In the Late Twentieth Century
(Landscape Architecture, 2008-08-08)In the mid to late 1970s, Dallas' emergence as a center of culture and art became outwardly evident in the urban landscape. International and local designers were commissioned to make their mark on the grided environment; ... -
Application Of The Historic Preservation Index Strategy to Historic Vernacular Landscape
(Landscape Architecture, 2008-08-08)The aim of this study is to form a matrix for the understanding and preservation approach for Historic Vernacular Landscapes applying the Historic Preservation Index strategy. The U.S. National Park Service (NPS) Historic ... -
Evaluating Methods For Developing a Vision as they apply to small Landscape Architecture Firms
(Landscape Architecture, 2008-08-08)This research started on a quest for information about the future. Not a future based on information from the past or even the present but a visionary look at the future. There are many parts to strategic planning. One ...