On the north bank of the Ottawa River lies Gatineau, the twin city of the Canadian capital Ottawa. The river separates the two cities and marks the natural border between the provinces of Québec and Ontario. The new Zibi waterfront district is close to Chaudière Falls and extends across the river. Zibi is quite literally […]

Breaking Barriers with the First No-Transfer Inclusive Swing Landscape Structures, Delano, Minn.-based commercial playground equipment manufacturer, has expanded its offering of inclusive playground products with the introduction of the We-Go-Swing™. Designed for true inclusion, the We-Go-Swing is the first no-transfer inclusive swing that can be integrated directly into the playground setting not segregated, fenced or […]

You are probably no stranger to parametric design – a process based on algorithmic thinking that enables the expression of parameters and rules that, together, define, encode and clarify the relationship between design intent and design response. We carried out research around the benefits of using the parametric approach over traditional modeling. Two groups, each […]

COLLECTION STILE Parklet module composed of a platform with a decorative steel band, composed of a steel frame with flooring in concrete plates or slats in WPC Plus (Wood Polymer Composite) and a parapet with supporting structure in steel tube, equipped with glass panel or stainless steel ropes, arranged horizontally, with upper element in HPL […]

4 steps to get you started The global transition to BIM in the AEC fields has accelerated over the past few years. Many landscape professionals know it is only a matter of time before they must start using BIM software in their daily work. While some are thrilled to hop on this train, not knowing […]

The Exhibition of Achievements of National Economy (Russian acronym VDNKh), is the largest recreation, exposition and museum complex in the world. It is also one of the most popular public spaces in Moscow. The area of 325 hectares is visited by about 33 million people every year. Historical pavilions and modern complexes, ponds and fountains, […]

“Space, form and measurement should form one big harmony.” Dom Hans van der Laan TRANSCENDING ZEITGEIST From an early age, young Dutchman Hans van der Laan’s life was guided by one main question: ‘How can I know things as they are?’. After dropping out of his studies in architecture at TU Delft, he joined a […]

Many people remember the days of the freestanding slides, swings and monkey bars. But in 1967, that idea of playground design advanced to interconnected play components. The revolutionary idea of combining playground activities is known as the continuous play concept, which was created by Steve King, cofounder and chairman of Delano, Minn.-based Landscape Structures Inc. […]

The Northern River Terminal, also known as the Five Seas port is a popular Moscow landmark. In various years it has served as a harbour, a venue for making films and a place for romantic walks. In the 90s, the river terminal building was handed over to restaurants and offices. In 2010, it was closed […]

“Typology is about sculptural, conspicuous forms that are functional, but more importantly stand out as works of art,” says Landscape Forms Chief Creative Officer, Kirt Martin. “Each component alone could be the centerpiece of a site, but when working in concert, the statement this collection makes is truly inspiring.” Designed and engineered by Landscape Forms […]

At Vectorworks, we love talking about creativity. After all, creativity isn’t just about crafting something uniquely aesthetic, it involves innovative and responsive solutions to the ever-changing needs of a site, its users, and the environment within which it resides. Each element of our built or preserved environment once started as a spark in a designer’s […]

Landscape architecture can finally join the BIM revolution with the Environment for Revit set of tools, and academic involvement in the process will take these innovations even further. Over the past few decades, a growing number of disciplines within the AEC field have been gradually implementing BIM workflow into their design process. As part of […]

The Attractor Factor Urban Mirror embodies the power of the reflective surfaces in creating the new social language that encourages interaction, creates a sense of belonging, and drives self-expression. A tribute to the “selfie generation” as much as those who practice mindfulness and believe in looking within and seeing beyond, Urban Mirror is proof that […]

Location: Brunnsparken, Gothenburg (SE)Streetlife products: Solid Edge System, Cliffhanger Park BenchesDelivery: 2020Landscape architect: White Arkitekter AB Residents meet while buses and trams travel in different directions towards their destination. Brunnsparken, one of the liveliest areas in Gothenburg, is due to its strategic location a meeting place for young and old, both crossing and waiting. However, […]

We live in a world that is constantly changing, but there is one thing that always remains the same and that is the need for street furniture! We know it well: our goal has always been to spread good design all over the world, in every neighbourhood, in every city. We do it with passion […]

If you’ve made it this far, you’ve likely seen our first four installments, and you’re motivated to move to a BIM workflow. If you need more information, no worries! You can check in with our previous posts to learn more about the benefits of BIM for landscape, how it’s benefited other firms, and why Vectorworks […]

The focus of Hudson River Park Trust’s redevelopment of New York City’s Pier 26 in Hudson River Park was the ecology of the Hudson River estuary. OLIN’s Philadelphia studio made it their mission to make those connections to the river deliberate and apparent. “The Trust looked at Hudson River Park’s Pier 26 as a platform […]

Compared to other disciplines represented in the AEC, landscape architecture is a small profession with very specific needs. Therefore, it’s natural that the solution for landscape architecture in BIM had to come from the inside. Perhaps that is why the Environment plugin we’re talking about today was created not by a huge software corporation, but […]

The role of sustainable design and development of urban open spaces and landscapes is becoming increasingly important and demands for international post-graduate programs focusing on these issues is growing. It is therefore crucial to enable students to acquire the qualifications to address the global challenges we are facing today in the context of urbanization and […]

For a long time, AutoCAD has been considered the software of choice for landscape architecture. There are many reasons why, a major one being it’s used for architecture as well (along with its BIM counterpart, Revit). Many firms find that AutoCAD doesn’t have enough dedicated capacity to support all of a landscape architect’s requirements, leading […]

There’s a lot of information to consider with BIM. Taking a look at a project by scape Landschaftsarchitekten can illustrate a few reasons why (and how) a dedicated BIM effort makes the design process a whole lot smoother and, as a result, more effective. 1. Standards for Everyone in the Project Increasingly, BIM is required […]

We are pleased to introduce Domani’s covetable taupe bag, handcrafted from tactile suede. “Sturdy yet supple, this spacious bag contains a sample set of Domani’s full range of available colours and finishes, the lookbook, a copy of the L Catalog and the price list. The samples come in a roll-up bag for safekeeping, which is […]

The noticeable shift from 2D CAD in landscape architecture is in part due to external pressures. The UK’s requirement for BIM level 2 framework on all government-procured projects is the most notable. Even in places where there is no BIM mandate, there is some inherent pressure to deliver BIM files when working with consultants who […]

Building information modeling (BIM) can appear complicated if you’re new to it. How is it possible to manage potentially vast amounts of site information while remaining true to the project’s vision? And, perhaps more importantly, without getting overwhelmed or questioning the team’s commitment? Whether you’re approaching BIM confidently or with a bit of hesitation, this […]

Bellitalia has found a great challenge, that is to furnish the interior and exterior spaces of what could be the greatest public works under construction (2019), we are talking about the 36 stations of Doha (Qatar). The choice of Doha was to open at the same time all the 36 stations present along the 76 kilometers […]

Our mission is to create a more livable built environment, providing a high level of ecosystem services, by using green infrastructure like trees, soil, and on-site stormwater management. PLANT A BIG IDEA. WATCH IT CHANGE A CITY. DeepRoot Green Infrastructure develops solutions to enhance urban forests and surrounding watersheds along streets, parking lots, plazas, and […]

Lushna distinctive concept and lodging solutions are designed to bring the most intimate bond with nature without compromising on the comforts a hotel has to offer. Wooden signature, panoramic view and openness towards surrounding give Lushna products a strong visual identity. Lushna villas are as glamorous as the views they offer. Cute, harmonious, smart and […]

Well upstream to the demand of the market, AREA has developed a new approach: – Free: design without a priori – Creative: bring solutions without referent – Long-lasting: be directly interested in the projects, in contact with designers of public spaces to re-introduce the end user in the heart of his environment. AREA offers a […]