CAD in Landscape Architecture

1. Auflage 2026
ISBN: 978-1-041-37151-9
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Buch, Englisch, 296 Seiten, Format (B × H): 191 mm x 235 mm

This book examines computer-aided design (CAD) principles and applications in landscape architecture. It covers historical foundations, conceptual frameworks, and technical workflows for digital representation. It discusses two-dimensional drafting techniques including precision linework, layering systems, and standardized symbols for site communication, and also:

- Provides comprehensive coverage of computer-aided design (CAD) principles and applications in landscape architecture including historical foundations, conceptual frameworks, and technical workflows for digital representation.

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Examines two-dimensional drafting techniques for landscape architecture addressing precision in linework, layering systems, standardized symbols, and interdisciplinary collaboration for site communication and contractor coordination.

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Discusses three-dimensional modeling in ARCHICAD for landscape design including foundations of 3D drawing, dimensioning, visualization strategies, detailing, and organizational tools for complex projects.

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Addresses advanced 2D drawing techniques for gardens with emphasis on editing workflows, technical accuracy, and integration of design creativity with constructability requirements.

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Covers visualization, data integration, and expressive tools in ARCHICAD for landscape architecture enabling iterative design experimentation, spatial representation, and coordination across architecture, engineering, urban planning, and environmental management.

This title has been co-published with Elite Publishing House. T&F does not sell or distribute the print versions in India.

Zielgruppe

Academic and Postgraduate

Autoren/Hrsg.

Sao, Bharti

Sao, Richa

Kerketta, Anita

Fachgebiete

• Geisteswissenschaften Architektur Architektur: Berufspraxis
• Geisteswissenschaften Architektur Garten- und Landschaftsarchitektur
• Geisteswissenschaften Architektur Gestaltung, Darstellung, Bautechnik

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Preface

About the Authors

Introduction

1. Principles and Foundations of CAD in Landscape Architecture

2. Technical Foundations of CAD in Landscape Design

3. Fundamentals of 2D Drawing in Landscape Architecture

4. Advanced 2D Drawing Techniques for Gardens

5. Foundations of 3D Drawing in ARCHICAD for Landscape Design

6. Dimensioning and Visualization in Landscape Architecture with ARCHICAD

7. Dimensioning, Detailing, and Organization in ARCHICAD

8. Visualization, Data, and Expressive Tools in ARCHICAD

References

Über Autor(innen)

Bharti Sao is Assistant Professor at Mahatma Gandhi University of Horticulture and Forestry, Sankara, Patan, Durg, Chhattisgarh, India. She earned her Ph.D. in Horticulture (Floriculture and Landscape Architecture) from Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India, in 2021, and M.Sc. in Horticulture (Floriculture and Landscape Architecture) from Sam Higginbottom Institute of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India, in 2014. She holds a Diploma in AutoCAD and qualified ASRB-NET in Floriculture and Landscaping, India, in 2016. She has over five years of academic experience at agricultural and horticultural institutions. Her research focuses on floriculture and landscape architecture, plant mutation breeding, ornamental crop improvement, post-harvest management, and sustainable landscaping practices. She received the National Fellowship for OBC Candidates (2018–19) from the University Grants Commission, New Delhi, India.

Richa Sao is Assistant Professor at Mahatma Gandhi University of Horticulture and Forestry, Sankara, Patan, Durg, Chhattisgarh, India. She earned her M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Genetics and Plant Breeding from Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India. Her Ph.D. research was conducted in collaboration with Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. She received the 18th Chhattisgarh Young Scientist Award 2023 and the Best Ph.D. Thesis Award 2023 by ICAR National Rice Research Institute, Cuttack, Odisha, India, at the 2nd Indian Rice Congress. She qualified ASRB NET, India. Her research focuses on rice germplasm characterization, molecular marker-based profiling, NGS-based genomics and transcriptomic profiling, and conventional crop improvement approaches.

Anita Kerketta is Assistant Professor at Mahatma Gandhi University of Horticulture and Forestry, Durg, Chhattisgarh, India. She earned her B.Sc. in Agriculture from Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India, in 2013, M.Sc. in Horticulture with specialization in Vegetable Science from Sam Higginbottom Institute of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India, in 2015, and Ph.D. in 2020. She received the University Gold Medal in M.Sc. in Horticulture with specialization in Vegetable Science in 2015. She qualified ICAR-ASRB-NET, India, in 2017. She served at the Department of Horticulture, Naini Agricultural Institute, Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India, with five years of teaching experience. Her research focuses on vegetable science and horticultural development with emphasis on academic research and practical application.