Often I receive emails or messages berating or questioning my editorial integrity about controversial projects or topics. The narrative of the email or message is something along the line of why aren’t you criticising “insert project name or person” or why aren’t you writing an editorial about “insert topic”? I don’t feel compelled to write […]
Why tribalism is going to adversely impact Climate Change?
Over the past decade, there has been an increase in “tribalism” and the need for people to be on a “side” or view about every topic. In the past, tribalism occurred in small groups within communities and cities, whether it was related to sports teams, politics, lifestyles and other interest groups. The internet age has […]
Creating Community Gardens & Urban Farming to feed cities
Many countries in the world are feeling the effects of increasing inflation, whether due to increases in fuel, the war in Ukraine reducing cereal crops or fertiliser costs increasing due to sanctions on Russia (the largest exporter of fertiliser [1]) along with the increased threat of climate change. In many nations, people are facing critical […]
Attracting people to become Landscape Architects
There is increasing demand for landscape architects as more clients (private & public) engage landscape architects to undertake masterplans, infill development, upgrade city centres, infrastructure, climate change adaptation and many other projects. At the same time, many leave the industry as they reach retirement age or seek to change careers. Therefore, the profession needs to […]
The need to combat ‘international design’ landscapes and embrace the local context
Over the past two decades, landscape architecture has grown in importance and stature across the world. More and more landscape architects are taking on projects in their local area and abroad. However, over the same period, we have seen an increase in the design of spaces that are standard style, with many designs imitating or […]