This project is in preparation. We will attempt to cover the steps involved in assessing a site prior to developing a design.
- space
- site survey
- appraisal
- soils
- slope
- concept plan
- structural plan
- planting plans
- gaining inspiration
- hard elements
Site assesment, locating buildings, locating boundaries, slopes, terrain models
Neighbourhood resources
As you approach the locality, make notes on the species of plants that are growing well, particulary older specimens. This information provides you with a plant palette with which to work.
Slope
Assess the slope of the site. Use your own height as a rough indicator.
This project
Produce a very rough mud map and site assessment of a site in which you have an interest