Daniel Jost

Rockwell Group were the ones who came up with the whole Imagination Playground concept, which combines large foam blocks, water, and sand. They actually designed the foam blocks.

Three different certifications!  Wow!  Which ones? 

Funny how this topic is taking off all of a sudden…
 
While I studied landscape architecture and worked in the field for a few years, I am not currently practicing as a landscape architect.  I’ve been a full time writer and editor with Landscape Architecture Magazine since 2008, so I have no need for any certifications myself.  I just think thi…[Read more]

I think its important to stress that many of the actions landscape architects can take to reduce their office’s environmental footprint actually save money.

You can remove a few light bulbs in an office that was designed to have more lighting than is necessary or install a thermostat that cuts back on air conditioning and heat wasted during hours…[Read more]

While I’m sure a lot of offices would be excited about your abilitiy to create a website, it’s nice to have a portfolio you can take to the interview. It may not be possible to visit your website during the interview. You may not have access to a computer in the room where you meet and you might not know about this until the last minute. While the…[Read more]

What are you going to study?

Before applying, it will be more important to put together a portfolio of creative works that show your ability for thoughtful artistic expression. Most programs are more interested in your ability to think/design than your CAD knowledge. That said, taking a CAD class would help you once you get into the program. Many excellent schools still offer…[Read more]