Landscape Studio 3 Speculations (ABPL90172)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 25On Campus (Parkville)
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A studio-based subject that offers speculative investigations for landscape architectural design. Building upon landscape derived theoretical influences and precedent informed by design practice, Studio options will vary from year to year. Framed by contemporary agendas for landscape design, studio investigations will include speculation and experiment with spatial design, materiality and detailing; digital media; heritage and conservation in national and or international contexts.
Prescribed software programs with a cost
Mcneel Rhino
Prescribed software tools
Drafting and modelling software (e.g. McNeel Rhino)
Image editing software (e.g. Affinity Photo)
Vector editing software (e.g. Affinity Designer)
Layout software (e.g. Affinity Publisher)
Details of software availability and pricing are captured at: https://msd.unimelb.edu.au/current-students/student-experience/it-support
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Develop Knowledge in contemporary design methods and design precedents related to landscape architecture and urban design.
- Develop skills in selecting and creatively applying established methods of design research and design generation, along with advanced representational skills.
- Apply established methods of design research to complex ecological and cultural landscapes in national or international contexts.
Generic skills
- Ability to analyse ecological, political and cultural contexts towards formulating innovative programs for speculative design
- Creative response and effective communication models for complex problems.
- Critical analysis of design precedents
- Application of graphic techniques encompassing mapping, diagrams, virtual and physical models to analyse, design and communicate;
Last updated: 4 March 2025