Landscaping

<p><strong><em>No occupation is so delightful to me as the culture of the earth, and no culture comparable to that of the garden -</em></strong><strong>by Thomas Jefferson</strong></p>
<p>Gardens can be easily referred as the heart of our houses as they add life and cheerfulness in our mundane lifestyles. Everybody desires to be close to the environment; and fancy spending time outdoors. At some point or other, one yearns to splurge in their private garden by relishing with nature. One of the vital elements of such garden spaces is the landscape furniture which includes congruent outdoor dining. It is pre requisite that outdoor dining furniture is harmonious and fitting with the integrity of the garden. Inferring in this article are a few stunning garden ideas with a few outdoor dining options that are simple in nature but create enormous constructive energy in the unvarying daily routines of our life.</p>
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<p>By <a href="https://www.houzz.in/pro/catocreative/cato-creative-ltd" target="_blank">CATO creative Ltd London</a> - More <a href="https://www.houzz.in/photos/contemporary/patio" target="_blank">contemporary patio</a></p>
<h2><strong>Under The Pergolas</strong></h2>
<p>Having Pergolas in the garden spaces is a seamless way of augmenting dining space in the outdoors. Pergolas, especially with climbers (plants) integrate subtly with the garden area adding to its appeal. Wood is the finest material to be used outdoors in such scenario both for the pergola and the furniture as it becomes part of nature rather than existing as an individual entity. Pergolas are designed as either a complete shed or partially open to the sky with appealing patterns and profiles. Semi-open character of the pergolas not only helps in retaining the visual connectivity with the garden elements but also creates a barrier in times of harsh weather conditions and escalates the experience of the environment and subsisting within nature.</p>
<img src="https://planndesign.sgp1.digitaloceanspaces.com/2017/08/american-traditional-patio.jpg" alt="Under the pergolas" style="height: undefined;width: undefined">
<p>By <a href="https://www.houzz.in/pro/dawn-whyte/designs-by-dawn-at-the-lake-street-design-studio" target="_blank">Designs by Dawn at the Lake Street Design Studio Petoskey</a> - More <a href="https://www.houzz.in/photos/american/patio" target="_blank">american patio</a></p>
<h2><strong>Beneath The Tree</strong></h2>
<p>The ambience beneath the trees has known to have created crucial discoveries in the history of mankind; Sir Isaac Newton developed the concept of gravitation under the tree. So, one never knows what constructive energy they might bring along with the fresh air. Hence, it’s a good idea to plan the dining area under the branches of an old tree. Vibrant colours and comfortable lounge furniture would be impeccable in any garden. Adding lamps and other decoration items can enhance the quality of the experience and can make any ordinary garden into a stunning piece of art.</p>
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<p>By <a href="https://www.houzz.in/pro/gunn-landscapes/gunn-landscape-architecture" target="_blank">Gunn Landscape Architecture New York</a> - More <a href="https://www.houzz.in/photos/transitional/terrace-and-balcony" target="_blank">transitional terrace &amp; balcony</a></p>
<h2><strong>Part Of Nature</strong></h2>
<p>It’s a great idea to make the dining area a component of the garden itself to augment the beauty and the utility of the garden; one approach to accomplishing it by utilizing elements of nature like stone and tree barks to create a casual dining area in the outdoors. Revamping the garden using this approach will embellish the whole space escalating its use and making it more exquisite.</p>
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<h2><strong>Make- Shift Dining Area</strong></h2>
<p>For garden areas which are small in size and cannot accommodate permanent dining spaces, make shift dining furniture is an excellent technique to have dining space in the outdoor according to the need of the hour. Collapsible furniture which can be folded and stored in minimal space will facilitate turning your garden into a provisional dining area whenever you feel to dine outside in the ambiance of nature and host get-togethers in the garden areas under the sky.</p>
<img src="https://planndesign.sgp1.digitaloceanspaces.com/2017/08/shabby-chic-style-garden.jpg" alt="Shift dining area" style="height: undefined;width: undefined">
<p>By <a href="https://www.houzz.in/pro/adriennederosa/adrienne-derosa" target="_blank">Adrienne DeRosa Boardman</a> - More <a href="https://www.houzz.in/photos/shabby-chic-style/garden" target="_blank">shabby-chic style garden</a></p>


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<strong><em>No occupation is so delightful to me as the culture of the earth, and no culture comparable to that of the garden -</em>by Thomas

Stunning Garden Ideas With Outdoor Dining

Architecture

<p><strong><em>Drawing is still basically the same as it has been since prehistoric times. It brings together man and the world. It lives through magic.</em></strong><em> - Keith Haring</em></p>
<p>Architecture is the art and practice of designing, the transition between the thought process and the execution of an architect’s conception is complex and a multilevel process.  It is an established fact that the course of the thoughts cannot be facilely implemented therefore sketching as a tool becomes a necessity and a utility rather than a choice. So, in this article, we will be elaborating and inferring the well-known fact that sketching is our favorite tool as an architect.</p>
<h2><strong>DESIGN AS A PROCESS</strong></h2>
<p>We, as architects can easily agree to the fact that that designing is a complicated process. The final output is a result of various levels of complex interventions. Sketching as a tool aids this process and facilitates a smooth transition between the thoughts, a whole series of roller coaster rides a design goes through and the output. Concept sketching is a great technique for brainstorming ideas and collaborating with team members as well as clients as it refines the whole wire framing process.</p>
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<h2><strong>FREEDOM</strong></h2>
<p>Sketching on paper gives one the freedom to consider every idea without the fear of making a technical mistake which is imperative in the design development process. Sketching is a repeated process and should be used as a tool without focusing on perfection; rather on the shaping of the intention of the deliberation which will wind up creating not only the most work but the best work.</p>
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<h2><strong>A MEDIUM BETWEEN PROBLEM AND SOLUTION</strong></h2>
<p>Sketching helps evaluate the feasibility of features and eliminate layout and functionality issue which is why it is a perfect instrument to bridge the distance between problem and solution. We all are aware how difficult can it be to deal with a designers block and break from it; sketching can easily be accessed as the key to breaking from it.</p>
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<h2><strong>BEST WAY TO EXPLAIN TO CLIENT</strong></h2>
<p>Sketching is an effective medium to express one's interpretation of the clients brief to the client. It is a well-defined approach to make the client understand the design output; the technical drawings are difficult for a layman to understand.</p>
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<h2><strong>TIMESAVER AND EASE</strong></h2>
<p>Sketching is one channel that everybody understands with ease and therefore is an excellent tool because of its universality. The biggest appeal of sketching is that it’s a skill one can acquire with ease; it doesn’t need perfection as it’s for understanding and design development rather than presentation. Sketching can be done anywhere and anytime; so when a designer conceives any thought, he can easily outline it. The time constraint is huge while preparing technical output for design ideas; sketching eliminates this restraint as it is the quickest way to give form to the conception of the design.</p>
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<em><strong>Drawing is still basically the same as it has been since prehistoric times. It brings together man and the world. It lives through

Sketching Is Our Favourite Architectural Tool

<p><strong><em>Clearly, once the student is no longer a student the possibilities of relationship are enlarged.</em></strong><em>- </em>Marilyn Hacker</p>
<p>Architecture is a grueling profession associated with one of the most strenuous lifestyles. Being an architectural student is arduous as one is trying to get accustomed to this regime.</p>
<p>Surviving this routine is problematic and challenging but one can excel in it by following certain conventions we all are aware of but don’t pay notice to. One can outshine as a student and achieve success by putting a little additional effort. So inferring in this article are simple behavioral habits and changes one can make to become a topper in architectural studies.</p>
<h2><strong>BEATING THE CLOCK</strong></h2>
<p>Time is definitely a student’s enemy, and more so of an architectural student who is constantly trying to beat deadlines and finish work in the given timeframe. Understanding the importance of time and utilizing it to the optimum is critical in achieving success. Time management is a skill which can be easily acquired with a few attempts and upsurges the competency in a longer run.</p>
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<h2><strong>PUNCTUALITY</strong></h2>
<p>Time management does not exist in isolation but to a great level is assisted by punctuality. Timekeeping and regularity are incredibly beneficial in the longer run. If you are lagging behind time it becomes difficult to cope with it, therefore, it is crucial to be punctual not only in your work output but also in life. Punctuality gives the scope for improvement hence a probability of a more productive product and a stress-free life.</p>
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<h2><strong>DETAILS</strong></h2>
<p>Success and perfection are in details; adequate attention should be given to details to get excellence in one’s work. This approach escalates the quality of the output radically and is the practice of all successful students as well as practicing professionals. Attention to details is what creates a huge difference between mediocre and topper students.</p>
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<h2><strong>PROOFREADING</strong></h2>
<p>Work assessment is imperative; work should always be managed in a way that it leaves appropriate time for proof reading and checking the work. Proofreading eliminates errors and therefore is an important task to be included in the routine. Proof reading as a practice can be supplemented with recommendations after discussions with mentors and peers. it adds dimension and depth to one’s design and work output.</p>
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<h2><strong>RESEARCH</strong></h2>
<p>Research is vital and beneficial for productive output as it adds a significant dimension to it. Good research benefits the work process as well as the output in multiple ways; it not only helps in knowing the existing research on the subject but also aids in developing a methodology for future work outline. Research is essential to comprehend the existing effort on the topic, acknowledge it and take it forward from there. It assists in understanding the subject, take instances from similar case studies and develop a worthy cause effect relationship to substantiate the output.</p>
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Want to be the top student in your architecture class? Here are brilliant tips from an expert for becoming a topper.

Ways To Become Topper For An Architecture Student

<p><strong><em>Sometimes it's the smallest decisions that can change your life forever - </em></strong><em>Keri Russell</em></p>
<p>Choosing the specialization to pursue is definitely one of the most significant decisions a person makes in his professional life. The decision is vital irrespective of the field one belongs to or the one he will pursue in the future. The choice is even more arduous in the architecture field because of the vast variations in the highly selective fields. The above quote fairly describes the magnitude of the critical selection it is and therefore deserves its due attention and should never be taken in haste as it is a life altering choice. We will try and aid all those aspirants who are indecisive about their specialization by inferring a few simple ideas they can utilize to make this tough decision.</p>
<h2><strong>1. EMBRACE YOUR INNER CALLING</strong></h2>
<p>Listening to one’s heart can lead to the path of realization of one’s calling and can direct you in the right direction. The base rule for appropriate choice is by picking your happiness and the path which you believe will give you happiness rather than the appealing one because appeal vanishes over time and only work content can give you happiness over time.</p>
<p>Here, we share an insight on <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2757-life-architectures-student" target="_blank">The Life Of An Architecture's Student</a></p>
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<h2><strong>2. WEIGH ALL THE OPTIONS</strong></h2>
<p>Before opting for a specialization, one needs to weigh out all the options. It is good to consider at least 5-6 choices before concluding to one. Having ample choices enables one to explore specializations in detail about their specific course programs and what they are offering. It also enables one to explore options which were earlier nonexistent to the applicant.</p>
<p>Here, we share a beautiful example about <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2750-how-different-ancient-and-modern-architecture" target="_blank">How different is Ancient and Modern Architecture</a></p>
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<h2><strong>3. BE SURE</strong></h2>
<p>The applicant needs to be assertive that he is painting a true picture in his mind and to do so sufficient research and the detailed course program should be explored and examined. The negatives and positives should be thought thoroughly and discussed with professionals and adults to be definite of the specialization the applicant has on the top of his list.</p>
<p>Also, read <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2804-how-architectural-student-deal-case-studies" target="_blank">How An Architectural Student Deal With Case Studies</a></p>
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<h2><strong>4. DESTINATION IS AS IMPORTANT AS THE JOURNEY</strong></h2>
<p>Along with the specialization, necessary attention and research should be done for the university or the institute to pursue the master’s degree in as it is the major factor in ensuring the quality of education the aspirant will receive in the future. In cases where the same course is offered at various universities, a detailed Swot analysis should be ensured of the universities considering aspects such as the ranking of the university, faculties, alumni’s,  study environment, placements and the opportunity to learn and nurture in the selected field.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2940-bookshelf-architecture-student" target="_blank">Bookshelf of an Architecture Student</a> A must read article for every student if you are passionate about books!!</p>
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<h2><strong>5. WHAT AFTER?</strong></h2>
<p>Appropriate consideration should be put in the fact about prospective future after pursuing the degree. The master’s degree is a stepping stone for the professional life ahead; looking at the possibilities after pursuing the specialization is a rational way of assisting the decision-making process to which field will be most beneficial in the future.</p>
<img src="https://planndesign.sgp1.digitaloceanspaces.com/2017/10/2317183342_0be0a151ac_z_d.jpg" alt="How to Choose the Specialization to Pursue Masters in? " style="height: undefined;width: undefined">
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<p>Also, take a read to <a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/3059-top-benefits-gate-architecture-you-must-know" target="_blank">Top Benefits of GATE Architecture You Must Know</a></p>
<p>And<a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2794-importance-professional-experience-architect" target="_blank"> </a><a href="https://www.planndesign.com/articles/2717-7-ways-improve-your-portfolio" target="_blank">"7 ways to improve your Portfolio!"</a></p>


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<strong><em>Sometimes it's the smallest decisions that can change your life forever - </em></strong><em>Keri Russell&nbsp;</em>

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