ABSTRACT
Organising exterior space is the fundamental activity of landscape architecture, and the use of plants to shape and reinforce space is a critical aspect of planting design. This chapter discusses:
– Shaping space for experience
– Volumetric and cubist space
– A spatial typology
– Using plants to create or reinforce space and place
– Plants as the architectural elements of exterior space
– Circulation, views and movement through space
– A process for conceiving and diagramming the designer’s spatial intent
– Implementing this intent in planting design
