EDLA - Landscape Architects’ Post

Planting Season Is Here – A Time for New Growth! October to March is traditionally the ideal season for planting, where cooler temperatures and rainfall help landscapes establish and thrive. But as climate change reshapes our environment, these predictable cycles are evolving. With warmer winters, unseasonable frosts, and unpredictable precipitation, planning and designing resilient, sustainable landscapes is more important than ever. These shifts challenge us to rethink our approach to landscape architecture, requiring innovative strategies that can withstand environmental changes while enhancing biodiversity and natural beauty. This season, let’s plant with purpose, investing in landscapes that adapt, endure, and flourish through all conditions. To explore resilient landscaping solutions, visit https://lnkd.in/eDhMPf3W or reach out to us at info@allchangeconsulting.co.uk. #PlantingSeason #ResilientLandscapes #ClimateAdaptation #SustainableDesign #LandscapeArchitecture

🌿🌧️ Harnessing Nature's Resilience: The Role of Bioswales in Sustainable Urban Design 🏙️🌱 In an era defined by climate change and urbanization, cities are evolving to embrace sustainable solutions for managing water and fostering resilient communities. At the forefront of this transformation are bioswales, nature-based drainage systems that offer a holistic approach to stormwater management. Benefits of Bioswales: 🌱 Erosion Control 💧 Water Filtration 🌸 Aesthetics and Biodiversity 🔄 Groundwater Recharge By integrating these nature-based solutions into urban landscapes, we pave the way for greener, more resilient cities that harmonize with the natural world. 🏙️💧 D2O | D2O Inc. #Bioswales #UrbanResilience #SustainableDevelopment #GreenInfrastructure

Rain harvesting plays an important role in sustainable water management, offering a crucial solution to mitigate water scarcity and environmental degradation. Landscape architects, as stewards of the built environment, are instrumental in integrating rain harvesting systems into urban and rural landscapes. Through innovative design approaches, they harness the power of natural systems to capture, store, and utilize rainwater efficiently. By incorporating features like green roofs, permeable pavements, and rain gardens, landscape architects not only conserve water resources but also enhance biodiversity, mitigate flooding, and create resilient communities. Their expertise lies in blending functionality with aesthetics, ensuring that rain harvesting infrastructure harmonizes seamlessly with its surroundings while promoting a more sustainable future. I captured this photo while on the train journey from France to Switzerland… #ClimateChange #climateresilience #climatechangeisreal

Kongjiang Yu's "sponge city" concept is transforming urban landscapes by mimicking natural wetlands. Using Geographic Information System (GIS) technology, Yu's designs capture, filter, and store rainfall to create resilient, beautiful, and functional urban environments. With 640 sites across 250 municipalities in China and beyond, these nature-based designs address climate change, enhance biodiversity, and reduce urban flooding. As Yu emphasises, "Art and science can come together to make biodiversity beautiful."

The ecological crisis facing our planet is multifaceted, stemming from the rapid urbanisation and industrialization that have taken a toll on natural landscapes and biodiversity. This crisis is characterised by the depletion of natural resources, extensive damage to ecosystems, and irreversible changes to the environment. At IMK Architects, our approach to landscape design emphasises resilience as a key strategy. By designing landscapes that can withstand environmental stresses and support biodiversity, we try to contribute to the broader goal of addressing the ecological crisis and building a more sustainable future. Resilient landscapes are designed to adapt to changing environmental conditions and recover from disruptions, such as climate change-induced events like droughts, floods, and rising temperatures. By incorporating resilience into landscape design, we can mitigate the negative impacts of environmental challenges. This approach involves practical and feasible solutions that can be implemented gradually over time, allowing landscapes to evolve and thrive despite ongoing environmental changes. #IMKArchitects #LandscapeDesign #EcologicalLandscape #ResilientLandscape #Sustainability

🌿 Green Revolution in Urban Design! 🏙️ Did you know? Green infrastructure is transforming our cities into water-smart landscapes! • Rain gardens and permeable pavements are the new urban must-haves, capturing rainwater where it falls. • These green solutions reduce flooding by up to 5x compared to traditional concrete jungles! 🌊 Innovative tech like the Sea Guardian WasteCatcher™ is joining the fight, filtering pollutants as small as 10mm from stormwater. Let's build cities that work with nature, not against it! 💧🌱 #GreenInfrastructure #SustainableCities #StormwaterSolutions

Read one of our latest case studies: “WEAVING THE NATURAL ECOSYSTEM IN THE EVERYDAY: Protecting and Healing Existing Habitats through Ecologically Driven Design” In it, learn about how we harmonized this Lido Key beach house with its natural surroundings through ecologically driven design. Working within strict coastal regulations to protect sensitive dune systems and minimize impact, we integrated design techniques to not only protect the existing natural habitat and biodiversity of the site but also improve them by weaving together healthy natural ecosystems into the landscape of daily human activity and the spaces and places we reside. 📖 Here’s the full case study to read. https://loom.ly/KlcAdMk #Design #LandscapeArchitects #LandscapeArchitecture #CaseStudy #OutdoorLiving #NativePlantLife #NaturalBeauty #Ecosystems #EnvironmentalDesign #EcologicalDesign #SustainableDesign #LID #CoastalResiliency

Urbanism: A Conservationist's Perspective I often find myself balancing two seemingly contradictory passions: developing real estate and conserving nature. As a developer, I thrive on the challenge of creating functional, beautiful spaces that people can live and work in. Yet, as a conservationist, I deeply appreciate the solitude and beauty of the untouched wilderness, a love that drew me to Colorado's vast wild and public lands. The Earth boasts approximately 36.8 billion acres of land. However, not all of this is suitable for human habitation. About 33% of the Earth's land is desert, and another 24% is mountainous terrain. This leaves us with roughly 15.9 billion acres of habitable land. Given the current global population of approximately 7.951 billion people, this equates to about 2 acres per person if distributed evenly. In considering the type of world we want to live in, a scenario where every individual is limited to a small parcel of land is far from ideal. Instead, I believe our efforts should be concentrated on developing and enhancing urban areas. By focusing development within cities, we can preserve the remaining greenfield spaces—those precious untouched areas that offer refuge for wildlife and a respite for us. Urban development has numerous benefits, including driving economic growth by attracting businesses, investors, and talent. Well-planned urban areas can stimulate local economies, create jobs, and foster innovation. This growth not only benefits the construction and development sectors but also improves the quality of life for residents through increased economic opportunities. Moreover, focusing on development in urban areas allows for more efficient use of land. By building vertically and utilizing mixed-use developments, we can accommodate growing populations without further encroaching on natural landscapes. This approach not only preserves our green spaces but also creates vibrant, sustainable communities. We have a responsibility to consider the long-term impacts of our projects. By prioritizing urban development and conserving undeveloped land, we can create a future where both human communities and natural ecosystems thrive. Let’s champion development that respects and preserves our natural environment, ensuring that our planet remains a place of both innovation and natural beauty. #UrbanDevelopment #SustainableDevelopment #GreenBuilding #Conservation #RealEstate #UrbanPlanning #AdaptiveReuse #LandUse #CityPlanning #Sustainabledevelopemnt #ClimateAction

Biodiversity loss is a critical concern that needs immediate action. Urban planning, wayfinding, and sustainable design all play a crucial role in maintaining biodiversity—especially in the UK’s bustling, built-up areas. How do we embed biodiversity in urban landscapes? 🧭 Wayfinding for green spaces: Integrating green-focused wayfinding in cities doesn’t just guide people but also invites them to reconnect with nature. Create designs that embrace greenery, and foster a natural atmosphere. 🌱 Eco-friendly design that welcomes wildlife: Use sustainable materials and create environments that attract native flora and pollinators. 🏙️ Urban planning that supports biodiversity: In cities, create interconnected green corridors and habitats that help preserve wildlife amidst urban growth. At Made by Landmark, we understand the delicate balance of ecosystems and the far-reaching consequences and ripple effects when they are disrupted. Together, let's transform our urban spaces into green havens, creating vibrant cities where biodiversity flourishes for future generations. Let's work on your next project: https://lnkd.in/gbUiiDmS #wayfinding #urbanplanning #urbanspaces #biodiversity #sustainabledesign

Urban tree planting faces numerous challenges, particularly in providing adequate space and resources for trees to thrive in concrete-dominated landscapes. RootSpace® soil cells offer an innovative solution to this problem by replicating natural forest conditions. The RootSpace® system aims to replicate the forest floor scenario as closely as possible, providing trees with the uncompacted, aerated soil they would naturally grow in. This approach is key to the successful establishment of urban trees in hard landscape areas. For those interested in integrating RootSpace® soil cells into their urban landscape projects, GreenBlue Urban offers comprehensive support and expertise to transform visions into reality, ensuring that our cities remain green and vibrant for generations to come. #uncompactedsoil #greeninfrastructure #urbanplanning #greenspaces #sustainable #landscaping #urbantrees #treecanopy #urbanforest #landscapearchitecture #soilhealth