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GRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH

Search or browse through research completed by MLA graduates at the University of Manitoba. Our goal is to create a collective research database for all Landscape Architecture programs across Canada.

Soil sensitivity and wastewater management : implications for rural landscape planning

Adesanya, Anthony A.

1994

This study examines on-site wastewater disposal systems management as a rural landscape planning issue, with the Rural Municipality of Springfield in Manitoba as its Study Area. Three major recommendations of the study include: (a) the use of systems that 'fit' the environment, i.e. systems that can adapt to the requirements of the particular envir . . .

Aspects of golf course architecture : a study in the examination and application of design principles in golf course architecture

Powell, Bradley M.

1994

The study outlines the evolution of the game of golf from its early rudimentary forms through to the modern age. The design philosophies of early architects are presented in order to gain a clear understanding of the fundamental principles underlying the modern game. Those qualities of the game which are deemed essential for great golf are also rec . . .

Dwelling in nature : reintegrating humankind with the natural landscape

Ikpa, Nnezi

1994

The purpose of this practicum is to explore the means by which man has built harmoniously with nature, to identify natural processes as they affect man's dwelling place and finally, to apply a creative synthesis of the results in the design of three houses in Swan Lake, Manitoba. The objective is to reintroduce the concept of recognizing nature and . . .

A regional alternative for a suburban landscape

Lindeburgh, Brad

1994

This practicum explores a method of finding space for the development of an alternative landscape within the current pattern and structure of suburban development. This alternative landscape reflects its natural regional setting and provides visual and ecological connections to the greater bio-region and its natural history. This landscape can beco . . .

Towards sustainability : redesigning public greenspace in an existing suburb in Winnipeg, Canada, using naturalization techniques

Shearer, Douglas Searle

1994

This practicum explores the principles and techniques of naturalization and their connection to the concept of sustainability. Naturalization techniques are applied in the redesign of public greenspace in an existing suburb in Winnipeg, Canada. The general issue of public perceptions of conventional versus naturalized greenspace are explored. Throu . . .

Computer-aided landscape planning for Winnipeg's urban fringe environment

McNaughton, Daniel J.

1993

Pressures applied on decision makers to approve residential and recreational development on lands adjacent to the City of Winnipeg are significant. Access to pertinent and current information, and relevant analysis of potential impacts of policy or planning decision alternatives affecting the land are often not available in a timely and understanda . . .

Land | Terre Design Research Network is a collective aimed at increasing awareness and research in landscape architecture across Canada. Academic researchers from seven institutions are joining forces to reduce the country’s geographic span by tackling research questions that impact us regionally, and nationally.

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