A historic overview and comprehensive landscape master plan of Meown Farm
Date
2013
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University of Delaware
Abstract
This study examines three design process issues consequential to occupied
residential historic landscapes: (a) how a historic landscape could be modified to meet
the needs of a modern family, (b) how the history of a landscape can influence the
design of a new master plan, and (c) how significant changes to a landscape are
incorporated while maintaining historic character and integrity. A single historic estate
was analyzed using historic archives, photographs, site and building plans, and site
measurements and observations. In addition, current homeowners were interviewed
and surveyed. Based on this data, the researcher followed a formalized design process
that included an inventory, site analysis, functional analysis, two-dimensional
conceptual designs, and three-dimensional representations of specific design concepts.
Results, including a master conceptual design, suggest a more holistic approach to
designing occupied residential landscapes of historic value.
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Design, Historic, Landscape, Garden