The design of Pulaski park forged an ‘open space’ in the the bustling metropolitan area that is downtown Northampton. The understated theme of the park’s landscape functions as a frame for the wide open skies of Western Massachusetts; the focus is emphasized on the clean ascetic of uninterrupted space. This interpretation is based off of the architect’s minimalist approach and neutral style that agilely promoted the understated beauty of a simple green space.
There are several aspects in the design of Pulaski Park that gave way to the unique function of its landscape. The overall understated design of the park allows the patron to free themselves from distraction. The uses ‘muted’ characteristics do not to compete for the attention of the park-goer, but
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Without the overbearing presence of external stimulation, the park guest is provided a safe place to turn inwards and upwards. This is seen in the park’s scare use of raised landmarks, which create a clear, coherent outline of the park, without imposing too much on the park-goer surrounding (Moore, et al., p. 30). The selective choice of materials further perpetuates the simplicity that is extolled at Pulaski Park. By limiting the construction to “neutral” materials (i.e. wood, grass, pavement, and stone), the man-made landscape successfully pays homage to a natural one by focusing on it’s more subtle and elementary features. This phenomena is applied in the use of landforms, as seen with the gradual slope that bleeds into the wood stage (Moore, et al., p. 27). The overall layout of the park is easy to digest, it is straightford with clearly defined clusters, which relieves the park attendee from uncomfortable feelings of disorientation or confusion. The three cluster formation is outlined by the paved walk way which defines the individual enclosures and provides a clear
Gage Park is number sixty-three of seventy-seven neighborhoods that make up the city of Chicago. According to the Chicago Park District (2014), the Gage Park area received its name in honor of Commissioner George Gage who was a respected prominent business man and attorney in the late 1870’s. Located on the southwest side of Chicago; Gage Park is a community that is known for its cultural history and diversity over the years. Many different races have lived in this community from the time it was developed, and this trend continues to evolve. As mentioned in the Encyclopedia of Chicago (2005), the Germans first settled in Gage Park in mid-1800s. Later in the 1920’s, the area became populated with the Polish population who migrated for employment.
Industrial Tourism has taken over the countries national parks. With millions of visitors a year, they have become polar opposite of their intended purpose. When the National Park Service was created in 1916, the founders could not have imagined how popular the national parks have become. One man who experienced this growth personally was Edward Abbey. During the 1950’s Abbey worked three summers as a park ranger in Arches National Park. While he saw a large increase in the visitation, but today however, the number of people visiting the parks is decresing. He wrote in journals which were turned into the compilation now called Desert Solitaire: A Season in the Wilderness. This was before paved roads and buildings were created throughout the
This places the reader in recognisable landscape which is brought to life and to some extent made clearer to us by the use of powerful, though by no means overly literary adjectives. Machado is concerned with presenting a picture of the Spanish landscape which is both recognisable and powerful in evoking the simple joys which it represents. Furthermore, Machado relies on what Arthur Terry describes as an `interplay between reality and meditation' in his description of landscape. The existence of reality in the text is created by the use of geographical terms and the use of real names and places such as SOrai and the Duero, while the meditation is found in...
But aside from these few well-known parks, there are also several other smaller parks in the city. In fact, the information leaflet for the Kasseler Garten Kultur festival brags of the seventy-one thousand trees in the urban areas of the city. So then, it is only natural that a city with a population so proud of their outdoor spaces would host an outdoor festival with plenty of activities available to be able to fully enjoy the great outdoors. This is especially true when considering that spending time outdoors with family and friends in the summer months is a very popular German pastime. The Kasseler Garten Kultur festival took place entirely outdoors, with plenty of activities for groups to partake in, such as a bike ride, playing volleyball and basketball, and even dance workshops. While this was not a preconception I had before starting my German year abroad, it is certainly one that I have come to see all around me now that the weather is
Like most Disney material, nature themes were incorporated into the earliest parks, including Adventureland, Frontierland, Nature’s Wonderland, and the newest, Animal Kingdom. Disney carefully edited these “natural” settings that show the less wild side of the wilderness. However, how does the tourist comprehend the illusions? How are the plants and animals adapting to reflect the illusion, and how are they accented by the interactions with both human nature and Disney’s technological nature? These questions and more will be answered within the following sections: Definitions, Technological Nature, Kilamanjaro Safari, and The Final Answer.
The more than four hundred locations that are currently recognized as national parks have been set aside because they are considered special places of beauty, character, or uniqueness. Whether visitors come from the natural state or the concrete jungle, the magnificent aesthetics of these sites can cause anyone to be astonished. As they ponder on the wonderful landscapes and the closeness to the wilderness, their souls are nourished. Some people acknowledge the planet or the creator, but all appreciate the splendor of biodiversity and gain a new understanding of it. According to Frye and Nuest, “watching other species and interacting with them helps [people] better understand and appreciate [their] place among them and [their] obligations to other living creatures and the same planetary environment that sustain both [their and the lives of other species]” (54). Furthermore, since these sites have been carefully preserved, they have undergone very little physical or geological change in centuries. The NPS claimed through its website that “by preserving biodiversity, [they] also ensure that future citizens, artists, and explorers of science experience [America’s] lands as the founders of the parks did long ago.” National parks allow visitors to relive scenes from the past and appreciate the nation’s history as expressed in these iconic sites. However,
The trees to the far left of the image capture ones attention as they contrast against the bright vivid colors of the background.The trees are meant to direct your eyes towards the palace and mountain. But also serve the purpose of framing the buildings and background. Similar to the trees the shepherd who is placed in the center of the image contrasts against the greens with red clothing. Poussin integrates his concept of nature and man by contrasting them. Continuing with the description of man who has a dog resting along his side symbolizing loyalty and the idea of “man’s best friend”. The artist then depicts the beauty of nature through the lake which acts as a mirror and reflects its surroundings. The detail placed into the lake allows one to conceptualize what importance nature had during this time period. Man connects to nature as illustrated through living in a region where all resources are available. In addition, the action of caring for the animals and establishing themselves without disturbing their surrounds by industrializing or by overusing their resources. However, Poussin illustrates a large surrounding to
In the “Impoverishment of Sightseeing”, John Daniel seeks to inspire readers to experience nature beyond observation. Daniel clearly differentiates between the minute appreciation received from sightseeing, and the aweing admiration you can feel if you engulf yourself in nature. Through sharing his personal experiences and scholarly analysis, Daniel demonstrates the importance of being vulnerable to the environment that is necessary for comprehensively understand nature. He argues by allowing ourselves to be naked to nature, one can understand how the natural World has the power to limit our existence.
There is no better feeling in this world than to be outdoors with nature, especially when there are numerous activities to dabble in. Often times people take for granted the sentimental value that they can experience by simply walking through a park. God created the Earth to be beautiful and peaceful, and people need to keep it that way. I have always shared a love of the outdoors with my dad and my brother. We have gone on numerous camping, hiking, fishing, and star-gazing trips ever since I can remember. It was no surprise to me when my dad decided to buy a lake house on Hyco Lake, right outside of Roxboro. We got a really good deal on the house, so my dad decided that Hyco Lake was the perfect spot.
This anthropocentric theme continues throughout his narrative but is personified on a societal level. This matter is first introduced in the chapter “Polemic: Industrial Tourism and The National Parks.” In this chapter Abbey notes the expansionist nature of the industrial economy and how it is affecting the national parks. Abbey critiques arguments for uni...
Our receptivity to the landscape can be influenced by irrational emotions. When the newlyweds move in, they are wary of their new landscape, the unfamiliar surroundings, cultural barriers and differences to their old landscape along with the people in the landscape cause them to be unreceptive to the landscape. The changing relationship between the people is demonstrated through the comparative description of the couple in their old and new neighbourhoods. Their prior residence was “in the expansive outer suburbs where good neighbours were seldom seen and never heard”. This is juxtaposed against the noisy Macedonian family that “shouted, ranted and screamed”.
This mid to late-19th century account of an early Victorian (English) public park illustrates the change of function and transformation of the Victorian public park from its original role as an upper-middle class observatory of Nature to its redefinition as this class' s social observatory of the lower classes. Between the years of 1840 and 1860, the public park's role in the eyes of England' s upper crust changed drastically due to the economic and political structure of Victorian England during this time and J.M. Milton's quote reflects this reality.
How to create an environment suitable for human living when resources are limited is a challenging problem for modern society. My strong interest in photography and art has compelled me to become especially observant toward the relationship between human beings and the environment. I have come to realize that the environment we live in has suffered much damage from pollution and lacks competent planning, making it difficult to find beautiful scenery to photograph or sketch. I began to think that I could make use of my artistic gift, concern about, and interest in the environment by entering the field of landscape design and putting my effort into beautifying our surroundings. Therefore, after graduating from high school, I entered the Department of Landscape Architecture at ABC University.
Hirsch, E. 1995. “Introduction, Landscape: between place and space” in Hirsch, E. (ed.) The Anthropology of Landscape: Perspectives on Place and Space. Oxford : New York: Clarendon Press.
Fortunately, I wake every morning to the most beautiful sun lit house. I sit on my porch sipping coffee, while I drink in an atmosphere that steals my breath away. Rolling hills lay before me that undulate until they crash into golden purple mountains. Oh how they are covered in spectacular fauna, ever blooming foliage, and trees that are heavy with pungent fruit. Green it is always so green here at my house. Here where the air lays heavy and cool on my skin as does the striking rays of the sun upon my cheeks. I know in my soul why I choose to be here every day. Pocketed in all the nooks and crannies of these valleys and hills are stately homes, rich with architecture resplendent. Diversity is the palate here; ...