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Daniel Jost replied to the topic another over-programmed playground by architects in the forum STORY BOARD 10 years, 4 months ago
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.
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Daniel Jost replied to the topic Are you Certified? Is the abundance of professional certifications strengthening or weakening the profession? in the forum GENERAL DISCUSSION 13 years, 2 months ago
Three different certifications! Wow! Which ones?
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Daniel Jost replied to the topic Are you Certified? Is the abundance of professional certifications strengthening or weakening the profession? in the forum GENERAL DISCUSSION 13 years, 2 months ago
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] -
Daniel Jost replied to the topic Reducing our office footprint: Continuing the discussion from Landscape Architecture Magazine in the forum PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE 14 years, 12 months ago
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]
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Daniel Jost replied to the topic Making a website as a portfolio? in the forum GENERAL DISCUSSION 15 years, 2 months ago
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]
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Daniel Jost replied to the topic Landscape Architecture magazine wants to know: How are you coping with the recession? in the forum RESEARCH 15 years, 2 months ago
What are you going to study?
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Daniel Jost replied to the topic AutoCAD Cert. before applying to MLA programs? in the forum EDUCATION 15 years, 8 months ago
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]