BLArch Bachelor of Landscape Architecture History and Theory of Landscape Architecture 2

Question 1

Who designed Dumbarton Oaks garden in Washington D.C., a landmark of American formal garden design?

Accepted Answer

Beatrix Farrand

Answer

Beatrix Farrand designed the gardens of Dumbarton Oaks starting in 1921, blending formal terraced structure with naturalistic planting in a celebrated synthesis.

Question 2

The 'Vaux-le-Vicomte' estate in France is an example of which landscape design style?

Accepted Answer

French Baroque Formal

Answer

Vaux-le-Vicomte, designed by André Le Nôtre in 1661, exemplifies the French Baroque formal garden with strong central axis, parterres, and forced perspective.

Question 3

In landscape architectural theory, what does 'genius loci' mean?

Accepted Answer

The spirit or character of a place

Answer

Genius loci is a Latin concept meaning the 'spirit of place' — the distinctive atmospheric and character qualities that make a specific location unique.

Question 4

Which US landscape architect is best known for designing the Gateway Arch grounds in St. Louis and other Modernist public spaces?

Accepted Answer

Dan Kiley

Answer

Dan Kiley designed the landscape surrounding Eero Saarinen's Gateway Arch in St. Louis, using a formal allée of trees to complement the monumental architecture.

Question 5

The High Line in New York City is a celebrated contemporary landscape project built on what type of infrastructure?

Accepted Answer

An elevated freight rail line

Answer

The High Line was transformed from an abandoned elevated freight railway into a linear park, designed by landscape architects James Corner Field Operations.

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BLArch Bachelor of Landscape Architecture History and Theory of Landscape Architecture 2