Landscape Architecture Design Studio I
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2026-02-23 | - |
Program Overview
Course Overview
The Landscape Architecture Design Studio I course, denoted as LAND 211, is a studio-based course that explores site design and landscape response. It is designed to help students develop analytical skills and process-driven design experimentation techniques, leading to spatially resolved design concepts.
Course Details
- Course Code: LAND 211
- Duration: 17 weeks
- Start Date: 23 February 2026
- End Date: 21 June 2026
- Trimester: Trimester 1
- CRN: 18263
- Campus: Te Aro
- Fees:
- Domestic students: NZ$1,205.55
- International students: NZ$5,558.70
- Lecture Times:
- Monday: 9:30am
- Thursday: 9:30am
- Estimated Workload: Approximately 150 hours or 8.8 hours per week
- Points: 15
Entry Restrictions
- Prerequisites: BAS Part 1
- Corequisites: None
- Restrictions: None
Taught By
The course is taught by the School of Architecture, which is part of the Faculty of Architecture and Design Innovation.
Disclaimer
This course outline may be subject to change.
Key Dates
Important dates, including mid-trimester teaching breaks, can be found on the University's key dates calendar. Assessment dates will be communicated once the course has begun.
About This Course
LAND 211 is the first specifically landscape architecture design course. It aims to introduce students to the main concerns of landscape architecture, encouraging them to develop a critical attitude towards their work and the discipline. The course is divided into three parts, focusing on analysis techniques, design strategies, planting design, and a design project where previous tools and concepts are applied.
Course Learning Objectives
Students who pass this course should be able to:
- Explore the landscape conditions of a site.
- Produce design outcomes that respond to a site.
- Visually and verbally present site design outcomes.
How This Course Is Taught
- Delivery: On-campus at Te Aro Campus.
- Lectures and Tutorials: Delivered in-person, with lectures recorded via Zoom for subsequent revision.
- Field Trips: Require in-person attendance.
- Studio Time: 2 x 3-hour studio-based teaching per week, including site visits.
- Assignments: Briefs will be given at the beginning of each assignment, outlining required tasks, objectives, and methodologies.
Assessment
- Introduction to Analysis Methods: 30%
- Introduction to Planting and Conceptual Design: 30%
- Public Space Intervention: 40%
Mandatory Requirements
There are no mandatory requirements for this course.
Group Work
The course involves group work, which will be assessed individually.
Lecture Times and Rooms
- 23 February 2026 to 5 April 2026
- 20 April 2026 to 31 May 2026
What You'll Need to Get
Students will need to provide all materials and equipment necessary for the completion of coursework, including an A4-A3 notebook. Having a personal laptop is recommended, although computer facilities are available at the School.
Past Versions of This Course
Older versions of this course may be accessible through the course archive.