Urban landscape as a restorative environment: preferences and design considerations

Authors

  • Tanja SIMONIČ University of Ljubljana, Biotechnical Faculty, Department of Landscape Architecture, Jamnikarjeva 101, SI-1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.14720/aas.2006.87.2.15111

Keywords:

Landscape design, restorative environment, landscape preference, urban landscape, naturalistic design

Abstract

In this paper, the idea of considering public preferences in design of urban landscapes as restorative environments is explored. A visual landscape preference research was conducted among user groups in Slovenia. In the study, a questionnaire was used, which was based on a selection of landscape scenes. These represented different types of naturalistic and natural landscapes. Possibilities of applying findings about public visual preference for landscape scenes and preferences for selected uses of those landscapes to the landscape design process are discussed. A particular attention is given to restorative and experiential quality of landscapes. Findings clearly suggest that the particular character, spatial organisation, and the character of present natural elements in the landscape influence preference for certain uses and selection of landscape scenes as restorative environments. 

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Published

15. 09. 2006

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Original Scientific Article

How to Cite

SIMONIČ, T. (2006). Urban landscape as a restorative environment: preferences and design considerations. Acta Agriculturae Slovenica, 87(2), 325–332. https://doi.org/10.14720/aas.2006.87.2.15111