Summary

What is the role of landscape in our built environment and how are spaces shaped for nature?

Landscape architect William Shivers discusses his journey into landscape architecture, the education process, and the role of landscape architects in urban design. He emphasizes the importance of integrating nature into urban environments, the challenges of working with living elements, and the significance of iconic public spaces. Shivers also shares insights from his PhD research on American landscapes, particularly focusing on Hawaii's unique ecological and historical context. The discussion highlights the evolving nature of landscape architecture, its economic implications, and the need for adaptive strategies in response to climate change and urbanization.

Keywords

landscape architecture, William Shivers, urban design, public spaces, ecological design, education, iconic landscapes, sustainability, nature, urban planning

Chapters

00:00 The Role of Landscape Architects in Projects 01:15 Defining Good Landscape Architecture 04:02 Iconography and Identity in Landscape Architecture 06:43 Nature's Role in Landscape Design 09:54 Challenges of Urban Landscape Architecture 12:54 The Importance of Trees in Urban Environments 16:06 Contemporary Practices in Landscape Architecture 18:47 Post-Industrial Planting and Environmental Remediation 21:26 Navigating Tree Removal and Preservation 28:03 The Role of Native vs. Introduced Plants 29:24 Revisiting Landscape Practices 31:26 The Mediator: Skills of a Landscape Architect 32:48 Integrating Landscape into Urban Development 33:58 The Highline Effect: Signature Landscapes 36:08 Successful Urban Parks: Case Studies 39:11 Waterfront Parks and Resilience 40:52 Delicate Approaches in Landscape Architecture 43:09 Emerging Landscape Architecture Firms 46:21 William's PhD Research: Trees and History 50:00 Hawaii's Role in American Landscape 54:06 Adapting to Change in Landscape Architecture 56:59 Future Interventions for Vulnerable Areas 57:59 The Evolving Role of Landscape Architecture 01:00:51 William's Vision for the Future

Links

William Shivers

William on LinkedIn

Kate Orff and SCAPE - Living Breakwaters

Toward an Urban Ecology

Brian Davis, University of Virginia

Roberto Burle Marx

Piet Oudolff

The High Line

Klyde Warren Park

Brooklyn Bridge Park

Studio Zewde

Merritt Chase

Super Bloom Landscape Architecture

Chulalongkorn University Centenary Park