Inventory, Analysis, & Project Management
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The phase where the project is formally started, its objectives are defined, and its feasibility is assessed.
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The phase where the project plan is developed, including the scope, schedule, budget, and risk management plan.
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The phase where the project plan is put into action, and the project deliverables are created and completed.
Project Monitoring and Controlling:
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The phase where the project’s progress is tracked and adjustments are made to ensure it stays on schedule and within budget.
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The final phase where the project is completed, deliverables are handed over, and a final review is conducted.
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Data Collection:
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Methods for collecting data about a site, including field observations, surveys, and using geographic information systems (GIS).
Existing Conditions:
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Documenting and understanding existing site conditions, such as topography, vegetation, hydrology, and infrastructure.
Environmental Considerations:
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Assessing environmental factors like climate, soil, water resources, and ecological systems.
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Site Analysis
SWOT Analysis:
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Conducting Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) analysis for the site.
Functional Analysis:
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Evaluating the site’s functionality, usability, and suitability for intended uses.
Regulatory and Legal Constraints:
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Understanding zoning laws, building codes, environmental regulations, and other legal constraints affecting the site.
Cultural and Historical Context:
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Assessing the cultural, historical, and social context of the site and its surroundings.
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Synthesis and Concept Development
Design Principles:
Applying principles of landscape design, such as scale, proportion, balance, and harmony.
Conceptual Diagrams:
Creating conceptual diagrams to illustrate design ideas and spatial relationships.
Design Alternatives:
Developing and evaluating multiple design alternatives based on analysis findings.
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Documentation and Presentation
Report Writing:
Preparing comprehensive reports that document inventory and analysis findings.
Graphic Representation:
Using various graphic techniques to represent site analysis and conceptual designs.
Presentation Skills:
Effectively presenting findings and design concepts to clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.