STEVEN C. FOSTER ASLA
LAND PLANNING                     SITE DESIGN

 


CIVIC and INSTITUTIONAL DESIGN

A guiding principle for successful planning of civic and institutional site development is to create a coherent environment, which acts both as a visually satisfying expression and as a catalyst for the economic functioning of the facility. Five primary design factors act as a framework for the landscape architect to realize this principle.

  • Site Constraints - Identifying factors that limit or organize a development.
  • Environmental Considerations - Analysis of key environmental considerations that will influence the site development.
  • Location of the Facility - Building a framework for the site development by proper placement of the proposed buildings or facility.
  • Open Space Structure - Creation of a recognizable and identifiable open space for the facility.
  • Open Space Circulation - Creating a circulation system within the open space that encourages social interaction and maximizes functionality.

Design Services include:

  • Regulatory Compliance Review
  • Site Feasibility Studies
  • Framework Plans
  • Master Plans

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