Besides being a great place to bring the family, and including the fact that most offer splendid botanical gardens throughout, the lessons learned from a trip to the Zoo can be incorporated into almost any project.

As more and more animals join the list of endangered species, the role of a Zoo has become one of preservation, propagation and public exposure. Developing a habitat inclusive of these three requirements is the joint role of zoologist, botanist, ecologist, anthropologist, and the landscape architect. The philosophy behind the plan, however, can be found in almost every area inhabited by the living. Whether it be reptile, mammal, or plant, every development must allow for growth and interaction between species.

Is it even possible for the human landscape architect to achieve symbiosis between the natural and the developed habitat? Maybe not, but the goal of many projects is to recreate a desired environment or reinstate the previously existing landscape. While we may not all be working with elephants and zebras, the success of your project may depend on your ability to provide a living environment in which all species can flourish.

We hope you enjoy this issue of the Landscape Architect and Specifier News.

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