Prepared by Dr. Hazem Abu-Orf, 19.10.20081 Landscape Architecture (EAPS4303) Lecturer 5 The Concept Plan: Objectives, Analysis & Design Dr. Hazem Abu-Orf

Prepared by Dr. Hazem Abu-Orf, 19.10.2008

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Landscape Architecture (EAPS4303)Lecturer 5

The Concept Plan: Objectives, Analysis & Design

Dr. Hazem Abu-Orf

University of Palestine

Faculty of Applied Engineering & Urban Planning

Dept. of Architecture, Interior Design & Planning


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Objectives of Lec. 5

Understand the components & function of a concept plan (referred to as functional diagram or bubble) as part of the design process;

Learn the materials & Techniques utilized to draw the concept plan; and

Know the basic elements of concept plan graphics


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Concept Plan:Meaning It is an organization of the ground

plane to create functionality in the design;

It organizes the space of the ground plane into lawn, planting beds, concrete, work area & so forth..

It acts as the bones, or blueprint, upon which the design is actually built..

The concept fundamental in nature is very general and stays very general that utilizes amorphous bubbles drawn on the plan to designate areas

It uses a loose approach to uncover new, fresh ides to design alternatives: mistakes at this crucial stage is quite common.


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Concept Plan:Key issue is utilizing the space It uses bubbles to fill

the entire space of a site by a convenient thought and avoiding any area up to speculation..

The plan addresses strong & week points of the analysis


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Concept Plan:Activities & Materials Using bubbles to show

various activities of land uses where each bubbles represents a different function, effects and/or general materials

A basic list of areas include:- Beds: as general as ‘planting areas’ or mulched beds or as specific as ‘low shrubs, screen , large deciduous trees- Lawn: An important component as it is inexpensive & support many activities- Hardscape: any hard surface like drive ways, side walks, patio or deck- Screen: Areas that block unpleasant sites from viewing or wind/sun exposure..

- Focal points: suggested development of an accent for viewing.- Activities: Designed areas for multiple uses, including Garden, Work, Eating, Relaxation, Play & Entertainment


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Concepts What is being defined in the

concept plan is: establishing materials, activities, size, location, circulation, views & exposure..

Size:

The bubbles in the concept are generally rough sketched but should approximate the size of each designated area that is determined by the function of such an area..


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Concepts Location

means locating appropriately on the site while considering:

1. Access: for example, Gardening should be accessible to a water source;

Cooking should have close accessibility to the kitchen; & Work areas should be conveniently located near the garage or shed or the power source..2. Visibility: for example,

Playgrounds should be visible enough so parents can watch children easily; &

Storage areas should be accessible, but not so that they are a visual problem


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Concepts Circulation

Good circulation throughout the property makes a comfortable setting that is easy to navigate as well as facilitates safety concern.

Types:Primary Circulation: pertains major paths

Secondary circulation: paths that are infrequently taken and taken by one or two people at any given time..


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Concepts Views

Varies from existing views (good & poor) and potential views

Good existing views should be preserved by keeping the view open or framing

Poor views; uses plantings or fences to screen such views (i.e, unsightly trash trees, storage or traffic) from an entertainment &/or public area

Potential views: have few interesting views, i.e. a focal point of water feature, sculpture, & etc..


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Concepts Exposure

means that there areas on site that need to be protected from Sun/heat & wind providing:1. Shade: for an entertainment area or to cool the southwest side2. Wind: provide a wind block to protect entertainment area or any area prevailing that wind might be causing a problem.3. Enclosure: a sense of privacy for gathering area, front door, & etc..


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Alternate Concepts

The concept plan address the analysis of Grant residence

What does it involve?


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Alternate Concepts




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Alternate Concepts




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Key terms

Bubbles: outlines that define an area or activity

Bubble Diagram: see concept plan Concept plan: organization of ground plane to

achieve a functional design Functional diagram: see concept plan

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Prepared by Dr. Hazem Abu-Orf, 19.10.20081 Landscape Architecture (EAPS4303) Lecturer 5 The Concept Plan: Objectives, Analysis & Design Dr. Hazem Abu-Orf