[James H Wheeler]

Thanks.  I will check out the natl tree calc and i-tree models. Most of the journals can quickly become mind numbing and cumbersome. It seems like the scientists themselves are sorting out ways to best tabulate experimental data. Most research i have found is aimed at crop production and potential vs actual evapo-transpiration concerning irrigation requirements, or watershed transpiration models.

[James H Wheeler]

W/o using leaf cutting tests using my high school potometer of course

[James H Wheeler]

As a recent BLA grad with interests in permaculture, i find myself trying to implement ecological and agrarian research into common design to create more efficiency. Makes sense right??? The impression i have always received is that it’s too idealistic and impractical. Not what the general public (clients that pay your bills) are interested in.

I recently purchased Bracket [on farming]. It explores sustainable agriculture design around the world and the relationship farming has with society and architecture. Check out a brief article here with links.

I think the problem might be response #2 –  fringeness.

[James H Wheeler]

Myself and some colleagues of mine write for a website here, http://www.landscapeinvocation.com/

Most of our inspiration comes from observations, visiting parks, reading other blogs, design news and contemporary designs.

[James H Wheeler]

Paris has every kind of park imaginable. Some suggestions and favorites include:

Parc Citroen, Parc Bercy, Jardin Atlantique (behind the Montparnasse Train station) are all on the modern side of LA.

 

Jardin Albert Kahn is a also great spot, it has both traditional and contemporary japanese gardens.

 

good luck and have fun!

 

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