This comprehensive reference reveals the stories behind 40 current landscape architecture projects. These projects are selected because they are influenced by new trends in the field of landscape architecture, including the impacts of recent scientific research, computer technology, populations with unique needs, historic preservation, and international practice. Most of the projects are illustrated at different stages of development and in the form of photographs, drawings, and site plans. The text discusses the individual designers, clients, design processes, budgets, and construction details. This is a companion to Innovative Landscape Architecture Designs, which is being published simultaneously.

• Offers detailed coverage of 40 landscape projects that exhibit new technology and sensitivity to todayUs social issues.
• Contains multiple visual examples of each project, including photographs, site plans, and drawings.
• Follows each project from the planning through as-built stage, and contains words directly from each landscape architect.
• Covers international and well-known architects and landscape architects, including Rex Wassermann, Styvesant Square Park, NY; David Schultze, San Diego, CA; and Richard Haag, Seattle, WA.