DEFINITION
residential landscapes of all scales from backyards to planned communities

AKA
residence, residential landscape,

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Steps in the Landscape Design Process

1. Develop a Plot Plan
2. Conduct a Site Analysis
3. Assess Family Needs
4. Locate Use Areas
5. Design, Construct, and Plant

A residential landscape needs:

• Access to the houses (Walks, driveways, etc.)
• Family activities (outdoor entertaining, children's play area, etc.)
• Maintenance
• Extra space (Garbage, dog pens, etc.)
  

Courtesy of Residential Landscaping

ILLUSTRATION

View of a neighborhood, photo courtesy Alexander Mirochnik 2007.



Snoqualmie Ridge, a planed community in Snoqualmie, WA. Photo by Joe Mabel.




CASE STUDIES
High Point
Gabion Garden 2716
New Harbor, Malmo
Queen city eco-village, Shoreline, WA

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Urban Garden Share (an innovative program that links gardeners and gardens)