Architecture 350 provides an introduction to the theory and practice of landscape architecture with an emphasis on sustainable design. Through readings, directed observation and critical review of examples of professional projects, the student will be exposed to landscape planning and design concepts and examples of their application in practice. The role of social, economic and aesthetic values in shaping the landscape over time and a range of environmental issues will be introduced with reference to the idea of sustainable development.
Architecture 400 introduces the student to the evolution of the City. The City is an artifact that embodies the collective memory. It was, is and will continue to be shaped by societal factors be they social, cultural, political, and/or economic. Unlike a single work of architecture that expresses a moment in time embodying the values and the aspirations of an individual or a small team of designers, the City reflects the passage of time and the contribution of a people, and its leaders.