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Designing Resilient Landscapes in Arid Climates: Lessons from Al Fay Park
Designing landscapes in desert and semi-arid climates requires more than aesthetic sensitivity — it demands a deep understanding of ecological resilience. In environments where water is scarce, temperatures rise to extremes, and soils are often nutrient-poor, creating a functional landscape can feel nearly impossible. Yet when ecological intelligence guides design, these fragile environments can transform into thriving public ecosystems. Al Fay Park in Abu Dhabi stands as o

Damla Turan
Dec 5, 20253 min read


Natural Intelligence:Learning from Nature in LandscapeArchitecture
"Explore how landscape architecture can harness the intelligence of natural systems to create resilient, sustainable, and adaptive urban landscapes." Introduction Nature has always been the ultimate designer — a self-organizing, adaptive, and intelligent system that has shaped every ecosystem we live in. Today, the concept of Natural Intelligence invites landscape architects and designers to look beyond aesthetics and rediscover how natural systems can inform the way we build

Damla Turan
Oct 20, 20252 min read


Multispecies Urbanism: Designing Cities for All Life Forms
Introduction Modern cities are predominantly designed for humans. However, Debra Solomon’s Multispecies Urbanism approach proposes designing cities not only for humans but for entire ecosystems. This perspective lays the foundation for ecological justice, recognizing the role of non-human species in urban life. What is Multispecies Urbanism? Multispecies Urbanism advocates for including non-human species in urban design and planning processes. Microorganisms, plants, animals,

Damla Turan
Oct 13, 20251 min read


Digital Nature: How Parametric Design is Shaping the Future of Landscape Architecture
In today’s design world, landscape architecture is going digital—and it’s more dynamic than ever. Parametric design tools, such as...

Damla Turan
Jun 13, 20251 min read


Climate Resilient Landscaping: A Vision at SKAB
Yangi Toshkent / New Tashkent SKAB is committed to creating climate-resilient landscapes that are both sustainable and adaptable to the...

Damla Turan
Apr 2, 20251 min read


Building Climate-Resilient Landscapes with BIM: A Sustainable Approach
At SKAB , designing climate-resilient landscapes that adapt to the challenges of climate change is a top priority. BIM (Building...

Damla Turan
Mar 28, 20251 min read


The Power of BIM in Landscape Architecture: Insights from SKAB
Yeni Erenkoy landscape design project in the BIM Environment! Building Information Modeling (BIM) is transforming landscape...

Damla Turan
Mar 24, 20251 min read


Woven City: The Future of Urban Living
Toyota’s Woven City in Susono, Shizuoka, Japan, is a groundbreaking 175-acre “living laboratory” designed to advance mobility, autonomy,...

Damla Turan
Jul 30, 20241 min read


Shaping a Sustainable and Innovative Urban Future in Saudi Arabia
In the ever-changing world of urban planning and landscaping in Saudi Arabia, the fusion of technology, creativity, and teamwork holds...

Damla Turan
Jan 29, 20241 min read


“The Advantage: Gathering Agriculture and Tourism in Landscape Architecture”
The integration of tourism and agriculture in landscape architecture provides several benefits to Cultural Ecosystem Services (CES)....

Damla Turan
Nov 24, 20231 min read


"Greening Urban Skylines: Vertical Landscape Design and Skyscraper Green Infrastructure"
Vertical landscape design and skyscraper green infrastructure offer a plethora of compelling arguments for their adoption in urban...

Damla Turan
Nov 1, 20231 min read


Hybrid Urban Furniture for Disaster Response: Manhole Toilets
Disasters can strike unexpectedly, affecting lives greatly. That's why individuals and cities need to be prepared. Cities can boost their...

Damla Turan
Oct 26, 20232 min read


“Reshaping Saudi Cities: Collaborative Urban Design”
In the continually evolving domain of urban design and landscape architecture in Saudi Arabia, the amalgamation of technology,...

Damla Turan
Oct 17, 20232 min read


“Optimizing Efficiency with the Streamlined Use of BIM in Consort Place”
Consort Place is a mixed-use development near Canary Wharf with private apartments, a hotel, healthcare, education, and dining options...

Damla Turan
Oct 12, 20231 min read


BIM as a vital tool for enhancing collaboration and efficiency
The Grove Road & Northfleet Harbour project is a multifaceted endeavor that encompasses demolition, enabling works, earthworks,...

Damla Turan
Oct 11, 20231 min read


Building the Future: BIM in Landscape Architecture
BIM, a game-changing technology in the design and construction industry, has transcended its traditional focus on buildings. As BIM...

Damla Turan
Oct 10, 20231 min read
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