Vegitation, architecture and space

In addition to a broad introduction to open space design and vegetation planning, different plant groups such as treees, shrubs, hedges, climbing plants, perennials, and grasses are introduced und discussed in the context of practical application examples. Covered topics are, inter alia, suited tree species for extreme sites along roads and the "Schwammstadt"-principle, plant selection for rooftops and green facades, rain water management with plants, tree protection, general guidelines of plant usage and the analysis of vegetation plans.

The course is augmented with individual practical excursions.