Medieval


Familiarize yourself with the urban space features which characterize Medieval landscapes. Consider how various architectural features contribute to the unique effects created by such spaces as San Marco, Campo, etc. Review the role of features introduced into the medieval garden. Understand the pivotal position established by spiritual institutions such as monasteries and the contributions made by them to more contemporary landscape designs.
 
Certosa di Pavia, Italy.
Certosa di Pavia.
Christ College, Oxford, England.
Christ College, Oxford, England.
Espalier.
Cloister Garth.
Avignon, France. Medieval urban character
Maze at Hampton Court, England.
Plan Bastide Monpazier
Monpazier, France--Bastide (new town)
Carcasonne, France
Monpazier with fire alleys
San Gimignano, Italy.
San Gimignano, Italy.
Piazza del Campo, Plan.
Piazza del Campo, Palio
Piazza della Signoria, Florence.
Piazza della Signoria, Florence.
Piazza San Marco.
Piazza San Marco, Venice.
Piazzetta, Piazza San Marco, Venice.
Piazza San Marco, Venice.
University of Virginia, (Early and original Plan).
University of Virginia
ISLAMIC LANDSCAPES