In this topic, we will be studying how to create sustainable home landscapes. The first step in this
process is to create a design for your landscape. Creating a sustainable landscape design
combines knowledge of both the principles of good design and the use of artistic
elements. Before viewing the videos on landscape design, use the reading called the Principles of
Landscape Design (located in this module) to answer the questions below.
Be familiar with the artistic elements that are involved in landscape design including color, line,
form, and texture. Know the difference between analogous and complementary colors. Be able
to define the following terms with respect to the landscape design principles:
Unity
Balance
Transition
Proportion
Rhythm
Focalization
Repetition
Simplicity
You are now ready to watch the video program for this section entitled Landscape Design. Click
on the Video link in this topic module. After reading the articles and watching the videos you
should be able to answer the following questions based on information in the program and in the
extra reading on Landscape Design.
1. Why is it necessary to formulate a landscape design before attempting to install a
landscape? What are the steps used to create a landscape design?
2. What are some of the common mistakes made by novice designers?
3. What is the definition of a landscape element and be able to recognize examples of
landscape elements.
4. What is the focal point in a landscape? What are some common focal points? What is the
difference between a landscape accent and a focal point?
5. What is the importance of simplicity in a landscape design?
6. What is the difference between symmetrical and asymmetrical balance? What is the
difference between a formal and informal landscape?
7. How can a theme be used to provide unity to a landscape design? Why is it important to
match the landscape theme to the style of a home?
8. What are the four artistic elements of landscape design?
9. What are the primary, secondary and tertiary colors used in landscape?
Topic 4: Landscape Design
10. What parts of a plant contribute to texture? What is the difference between a fine textured
and coarse textured plant?
11. How can color and texture be used in a landscape to make small spaces appear larger and
large space appear more intimate? How can color and texture be used to create an accent or
to create transition?
12. What is the difference between proportion and scale?
13. Why is time truly the fourth dimension in landscape design?
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