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Artful rainwater design : creative ways to manage stormwater
Title:
Artful rainwater design : creative ways to manage stormwater
Author:
Echols, Stuart, 1961- author.
ISBN:
9781610913188

9781610910514
Physical Description:
1 online resource (x, 284 pages) : color illustrations
Contents:
1. History of Stormwater -- 2. Amenity Considerations of Artful Rainwater Design -- 3. Utility Considerations of Artful Rainwater Design -- 4. Case Studies Part -- Conclusion.
Abstract:
This beautifully illustrated, comprehensive guide explains how to design creative, yet practical, landscapes that treat on-site stormwater management as an opportunity to enhance site design. Stormwater management as art? Absolutely. Rain is a resource that should be valued and celebrated, not merely treated as an urban design problem--and yet, traditional stormwater treatment methods often range from ugly to forgettable. This book shows that it's possible to effectively manage runoff while also creating inviting, attractive landscapes. It is a must-have resource for landscape architects, urban designers, civil engineers, and architects looking to create landscapes that celebrate rain for the life-giving resource it is-- and contribute to more sustainable, healthy, and even fun, built environments.
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