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§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

landscape architect

Landscape architects plan and design the construction of gardens and natural spaces.

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Description

Landscape architects plan and design the construction of gardens and natural spaces. They determine the specifications and distribution of the space. Moreover, landscape architects research and analyse the potential of the landscape at all stages, scales and contexts of the development process, combining, an understanding of the natural space with a sense of aesthetics in order to create a harmonious space.

Theoretical Knowledge
ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required
architecture regulationslandscape designecologygreen space strategiesurban planninglandscape analysiszoning codesaestheticslandscape architecture
OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit
energy performance of buildingsenergy efficiencyzero-energy building designcivil engineeringplant specieslandscaping materialssoil structureforest conservationhorticulture principleshistoric architecturegreen building practicescharacteristics of plantsflower and plant products
Practical Skills
ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences
specify landscape design componentsdevelop architectural plansidentify customer's needsintegrate measures in architectural designsprovide cost benefit analysis reportsmanage landscape design projectsdesign spatial layout of outdoor areasadvise on landscapesdesign landscape schemes
OPTIONALOptional competences
create GIS reportsuse technical drawing softwarecommunicate with local residentscreate thematic mapsliaise with local authoritiespromote sustainabilityconduct land surveysuse CAD softwareassess environmental impactcarry out tenderinglead hard landscape projectsuse geographic information systemsbuild a product's physical modelcoordinate construction activitiescreate landscape designsfinish project within budgetoperate landscaping equipmentprovide technical expertisefollow work scheduleuse manual draughting techniquesadvise on soil and water protection

GLOBAL RESOURCE

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SKILLS OVERVIEW

52 total
18 essential · 34 optional

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)

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