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Landscape Architectural Research Inquiry, Strategy, Design

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ISBN-10: 0470564172

ISBN-13: 9780470564172

Edition: 2011

Authors: M. Elen Deming, Simon Swaffield

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Description:

In landscape architecture, research refers to the analysis of the decision making and systematic inquiry that occurs throughout the design process. The ever present tension between science and art defines and challenges landscape architecture. Landscape Architectural Research offers a framework for employing appropriate research methods in support of a more scientific approach to the discipline. This scientific approach will lead to better design solutions and will further legitimize the work of landscape architects for clients and allied professionals.
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Book details

List price: $59.95
Copyright year: 2011
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Limited
Publication date: 4/27/2011
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 272
Size: 5.90" wide x 9.00" long x 0.60" tall
Weight: 0.990
Language: English

Preface
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Knowledge in Landscape Architecture
The Need for a Guide
The Gatekeeping Dilemma in Context
Mapping the Terrain
Building a Research-Based Discipline
References
Knowing Landscape Architecture
Introduction
The Nature of Professional Disciplines
Domains of Knowledge in Landscape Architecture
Research Needs
References
Theory/Research/Scholarship/Critique
Introduction
Competing Ideals of Theory
Representing Theory
Theoretical Conversations
Research and Scholarship
Studio Design as a Research Setting
Theory and Critique
Conclusion
References
Integrating Design and Research
Introduction
Problems and Purpose
Framing a Research Question
Degrees of Research
Assessing Research Quality
A Developmental Heuristic
References
Descriptive Strategies
Introduction
Observation
Secondary Description
Descriptive Social Surveys
Complex Description
Descriptive Case Studies
Descriptive Strategies: Summary
References
Modeling and Correlational Strategies
Introduction
Descriptive/Synthetic Models
Analytical Models and Correlation
Simple Correlation
Multiple Correlations
Spatial Correlations
Predictive Modeling
Dynamic Simulation Modeling
Modeling Strategies: Summary
References
Experimental Strategies
Introduction
Classic Experiments
Field Experiments
Quasi Experiments
The Metaphor of Experimentation
Experimental Strategies: Summary
References
Classification Schemes
Introduction
Collection/Inventory/Catalogue
Typology
Taxonomy
Index
Bibliography and Literature Review
Classification Strategies: Summary
References
Interpretive Strategies
Introduction
Ethnography
Discourse Analysis
Iconology and Iconography
Historiography
Interpretive Strategies: Summary
References
Evaluation and Diagnosis
Introduction
Parameters, Norms, and Rubrics
Design Evaluation
Diagnostics
Landscape Assessment
Evaluation and Diagnosis Strategies: Summary
References
Engaged Action Research
Introduction
Action Dimensions in Pedagogical Research
Participatory Design in Service Learning
Participatory Action Research (PAR)
Transdisciplinary Action Research (TDAR)
Engaged Action Research Strategies: Summary
References
Projective Design
Design as Research
Design Operations
Design Interpretations
Design Reflections
Projective Design Strategies: Summary
References
Logical Systems (Axioms, Rules, and Argumentation)
Introduction
Logical Relationships
Synthetic Logic
Expanded Field Analysis
Spatial Syntax as Logical System
Pattern Language
Logical Systems: Summary
References
Research and Practice
Introduction
Integrating Research Strategies into Practice-Evidence-Based Design
Integrating Research into Practice-Polemical Transformation
Integrating Knowledge into Practice-Grassroots Movements
Organizing Practice-Based Research
Reprise
References
Index