Dynamic Vegetation Design

The course focus on the design of biotope-inspired vegetation system with emphasis on the design and construction stages. Knowledge and inspiration are taken mainly from vegetation systems in Europe. In addition to design, understanding of the composition, patterns, structures, succession, dynamics and maintenance requirements of different vegetation systems is central to the course. The use and study of reference landscapes covering both more natural and cultural biotopes are essential parts of the pedagogical approach. This together with lectures, seminars, exercises, excursion and field-walks support the students work with one main project that runs throughout the course. The course departs from that the student’s possess basic plant knowledge and is familiar with the most common trees and shrubs of the region where the course is given. In case the student does not possess this knowledge, it is up to the student themselves to enquire this knowledge before and during the course.