ABSTRACT
This chapter suggests that during the design process, in undertaking their own negotiation with layers and linkages both locally and in the wider landscape, designers are creating their own understanding of place. Doreen Massey's understanding of the concept of places changing requires us to be open to constant re-negotiation of our relationship with them. This appears to be somewhat exhausting and practice when experiencing everyday landscapes we often are unaware of any such responsibility. The designers of controversial landscape are not afraid of challenging the visitor but they also create time layers that suggest both continuity and hope. J. Raxworthy describes how the designers of the BP Park on the Sydney Harbour attempt to make clear the history of the occupation of the harbour through the relationships made between the visitor and the site and suggests that the view of the harbour contributes to this. This extended relationship approach gives insights into interrelations between the site and the wider surroundings.
