Short description
Newly designed and containing a full 40 percent completely new content, Time-Saver Standards for Landscape Architecture, Second Edition, continues to be the most complete source of site design and construction standards and data. It is fully metric, to meet Federal and International requirements. It features increased coverage of: Site storm water "best management" practices New urban tree planting and xeriscape concepts Earth retaining structures and pavement design Land reclamation, including soil and vegetation restoration Metric site layout practices, including recreation facilities Energy and resource conservation Natural processes and site construction procedures New expanded construction details Simplified construction materials data. Over 50 sections provide concise tables, checklists, "Key Point" text summaries, and illustrations to provide an invaluable information resource for offices and classrooms throughout the world.
Long description
A comprehensive handbook for landscape architects providing a broad definition of what landscape architecture is. It encompasses the entire range of design and construction data and its application. This edition reflects the changes that have taken place in the profession since the late 1980s and broadens its coverage to the international and electronic realms. Fully metricated, it features increased emphasis on environmental issues affecting landscape design and constructions, including safe materials and construction techniques, plant selection, land reclamation, and drainage and flood control.