Landscaping & Exterior Design

This course is optional for those seeking to obtain the "Green Building Professional" certificate.

The course focuses on the fundamental principles of landscape design and management from a sustainable perspective, particularly on the relationship between humans and nature. The following topics will be explored: definitions, concepts, and sustainable approaches to landscape; sustainable landscape design; climate-sensitive urban design: learning from nature and integrating the positive effects of natural phenomena into design; the role of designed landscapes in international evaluation tools and certifications that demonstrate a high level of social sustainability and urban quality of life; case studies and best practices.

Concepts such as sustainable landscape design will be discussed, evaluating its impact on the environment and the benefits it brings to a community (including reducing water and energy consumption, improving air quality, enhancing human health, and diversifying recreational options). Sustainable landscape design is also a crucial component for internationally recognized projects that aim to achieve green building certifications such as LEED, BREEAM, or DGNB. Topics covered during the course include site analysis, design considerations, plant selection, and installation for good results and easy maintenance.

Course Fees:

• RoGBC Member - 150 RON
• Non-member - 200 RON
• Student - 80 RON

Trainer:

Mihaela Hărmănescu - Architect, Ph.D.

Lecturer at the "Ion Mincu" University of Architecture and Urbanism in Bucharest, where she teaches various disciplines such as Sitology and Sustainable Development, Rural Landscape, Elements of Urban Structure, and is involved in projects, studies, and educational research in the field. She holds a Ph.D. in Urbanism (2013) with a thesis focused on the sustainable valorization of the rural landscape as a cultural landscape and a Master's degree in Architecture specializing in Sustainable Design and Energy Auditing (2006).

She gained professional experience in design at international architecture and urbanism offices with sustained activity in the field of sustainability. Since 2009, she has been active in MH Individual Architecture Office, and since 2013, she has served as vice president of the RPER – RO association in the cultural landscape division.

Member of professional organizations: OAR, RUR, ASoP, APUR, ICOMOS Romania.

Media Partners:

• www.ibuild.info
• www.proidea.ro

Contact: training@RoGBC.org