by John W. Olson | Oct 7, 2010 | Landscape Architecture, Sustainability, Urbanism
Bump-outs (also known as “curb extensions”) have become commonplace in many subdivisions across the country. They are also common in the existing neighborhoods as a means of traffic-calming. The purpose is to provide an additional element in protecting...
by John W. Olson | Sep 22, 2010 | Landscape Architecture, Sustainability, Urbanism
Bump-outs (also known as “curb extensions”) have become commonplace in many subdivisions across the country. They are also common in the existing neighborhoods as a means of traffic-calming. The purpose is to provide an additional element in protecting...
by John W. Olson | May 3, 2010 | Landscape Architecture, Urban Planning and Design
As a landscape architect and urban designer, xeriscape and low-impact development are really inherant in design of projects at all scales. Xeriscape and Low-Impact Development are currently major buzz words as our culture moves through the sustainable practices. ...
by John W. Olson | Apr 8, 2010 | Landscape Architecture
Xeriscape is a common term used as it relates to the landscape architecture profession, especially in the State of Colorado. According to dictionary.com, xeriscape “employs drought-resistant plants in an effort to conserve resources, especially water”. ...
by John W. Olson | Mar 7, 2010 | Landscape Architecture
The following illustrations are of the tree lawn area (or the landscaped area between the curb and the sidewalk) in the Spring Creek TND in Colorado Springs. Problems with this area include migration of mulch and icy sidewalks on the north facing townhomes (due to...
