RESOURCES
The creation of this category, titled ‘Resources,’ is a direct result of my experience as a visiting faculty for the Allied Design Studio – Landscape at Sir J.J. College of Architecture, Mumbai. During a field study of plants, a curious student asked about references to better understand the realm of Landscape Architecture. This inquiry made me realize that while there is an abundance of valuable resources available to students during their post-graduate years, those in their undergraduate studies often lack awareness of these resources. This section, ‘Resources,’ is a direct outcome of that realization.
In this section, I will be sharing my learnings and experiences derived from exploring diverse resources such as books, podcasts, series, courses, magazines, journals, etc., that provide valuable insight and enhance knowledge in the field of Landscape Architecture.
This section is specifically designed for students who are either curious about the field of Landscape Architecture or are in their formative academic years, navigating the complexities of their education. The aim is to provide a curated list of reliable resources that cover various sub-disciplines within Landscape Architecture—from sustainable design practices and urban planning to ecological restoration and site-specific analysis. By offering these recommendations, the section serves as a guide to help students make informed decisions about which areas to explore further in their studies, thereby fostering a deeper, more nuanced understanding of the field.
Furthermore, my hope is that the resources shared here will not only serve as references but will also encourage students to think critically, ask meaningful questions, and seek a more thorough understanding of the issues at play within Landscape Architecture. I envision this section as a tool to inspire self-guided learning, helping students make informed academic and professional decisions as they continue their journey. The resources listed here aim to inspire curiosity, spark new ideas, and ultimately guide students toward becoming well-rounded, thoughtful, and innovative Landscape Architects.
By subscribing to this section, we can collectively enhance our knowledge and engage in a continuous process of learning and growth. Let’s explore these resources together and contribute to the evolving discourse of Landscape Architecture.
FROM THE BLOG
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Indian Plantarum: A Guide to India’s Phytogeographic Zones and Plant Species
Indian Plantarum: A Compendium of Phytogeographic Zones and Plant Lists is a pioneering contribution to Indian ecological literature. It offers both depth and utility, making it an essential reference for anyone invested in understanding, preserving, or planning with India’s rich and varied flora. As a foundational volume, it sets the stage for future work in…
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Corel Painter for Landscape Architecture: Painting the Natural World Digitally
In landscape architecture, visuals aren’t just about accuracy—they’re about atmosphere. Corel Painter bridges the gap between expressive hand rendering and digital flexibility, offering a natural media experience unlike any other. Whether you’re crafting moody site perspectives, textured planting visuals, or evocative design vignettes, this software lets you paint with the soul of traditional techniques—digitally.
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Krita: A Versatile tool for Landscape Architecture
Krita is a powerful, open-source painting tool that gives landscape architects the freedom to design, iterate, and visualize with artistic depth and precision. With advanced brushes, texture painting, and strong layer management, it’s perfect for developing rich, expressive graphics—from site overlays to atmospheric perspectives. While it lacks features like an infinite canvas and advanced text…
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Affinity Designer: A Fusion of Precision and Creativity
Affinity Designer offers landscape architects a powerful blend of precision and creativity, combining vector drafting and painterly expression within one platform. With dual personas, advanced brushes, texture overlays, and flexible artboard management, it supports everything from quick sketches to polished presentation graphics. Despite minor limitations like no infinite canvas or CAD scaling, it remains a…
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Concepts for Landscape Architecture: Infinite Canvas with Infinite Possibilities
Concepts is a vector-based sketching app ideal for landscape architects, offering an infinite canvas, precision tools, and flexible layers. It supports iterative design, integrates with pro workflows, and balances artistic freedom with technical accuracy—making it a powerful companion for everything from site analysis to conceptual planning and presentation.
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Mastering Quick Concept Sketching in Landscape Architecture with Autodesk Sketchbook
In the fast-paced world of landscape architecture, ideas often come faster than you can draw them—and that’s exactly where Autodesk Sketchbook shines. Lightweight, intuitive, and surprisingly powerful, this digital sketching app turns your tablet into a fast-response sketchpad, letting you capture design concepts the moment inspiration strikes. From zoning diagrams in Copic colors to quick…
Terrain Tapestry 