Land8 | Jeffrey Trojanowski, | Activity https://land8.com/members/jeffreytrojanowski/activity/ Activity feed for Jeffrey Trojanowski,. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 23:43:16 +0000 https://buddypress.org/?v=6.0.0 en-US 30 hourly 2 778d70662c13d2b2c659a6ceb67a169a Jeffrey Trojanowski, replied to the topic Big Box Parking Lots in the forum PLANTS & HORTICULTURE https://land8.com/forums/topic/big-box-parking-lots/#post-157796 Sun, 22 Apr 2012 13:59:20 +0000 I haven’t used them yet, because I have not done parking lots in a while, but there is this new infrastructure device called Silva Cell (I believe I saw an ad on Land8Lounge).  It is a structural void space that goes below the asphalt and base so that the tree has more space to grow than the 4×4 planter island that scatters the parking…[Read more]

]]> 0 74aeb64467d42610a7f8595e0df241c1 Jeffrey Trojanowski, replied to the topic Associate Degree in Landscape Architecture? in the forum GENERAL DISCUSSION http://land8.com/forums/topic/associate-degree-in-landscape-architecture/page/2/#post-158298 Fri, 23 Mar 2012 13:21:03 +0000 I believe the “NEED” for a MLA is coming from firms trying to look more prestigious. 
A lot of the posted job openings recently are stating that they are only looking for an MLA.  That is forcing LA’s with BLA, BSLA’s to go back to school to get their MLA if they want a prestigious job because a firm looking only for an MLA with 4 years e…[Read more]

]]> 0 5b85b9a6fcca2b4f0ee9d4b520cc85dd Jeffrey Trojanowski, replied to the topic Associate Degree in Landscape Architecture? in the forum GENERAL DISCUSSION http://land8.com/forums/topic/associate-degree-in-landscape-architecture/page/3/#post-158306 Thu, 22 Mar 2012 18:00:33 +0000 I just saw something like this on the TV.  Some online college was offering an AA or BFA in LandArch.  The funny thing is if you look at any of the job postings, and anyone I have talked to, Firms are looking for MLA, BLA, or BSLA.  That’s it.  And the majority of them are requesting an accredited college.  Most new job postings I have seen also…[Read more]

]]> 0 6f9f1666fb20034d250e116494836d2a Jeffrey Trojanowski, replied to the topic Lets talk about Ideas again in the forum GENERAL DISCUSSION https://land8.com/forums/topic/lets-talk-about-ideas-again/#post-158514 Tue, 06 Mar 2012 23:03:31 +0000 It’s not that LA’s don’t want to build to LEED standards, they can’t.
There are only about 6 points available for LA’s when it comes to LEED certification of a project.  99% of the points have to do with, bathroom lighting, low VOC paint and glue for the linolium and carpet, natural light in rooms, etc.

There will always be room for new…[Read more]

]]> 0 a980c7017df2af174d91cd7df044d777 Jeffrey Trojanowski, replied to the topic Lets talk about Ideas again in the forum GENERAL DISCUSSION https://land8.com/forums/topic/lets-talk-about-ideas-again/#post-158518 Tue, 06 Mar 2012 21:05:03 +0000 I believe “Green” Landscape Architecture is a moot point.  What is more green than Landscape Architecture.  The video is a prime example.  Brooklyn Bridge Park took an industrial shipping yard (flat and full of concrete and steel buildings) and made it a lush landscape where people gather.  MVV has beautified the area, created a gathering spa…[Read more]

]]> 0 4c3ae60e7a8f908599cfecf7382d4ada Jeffrey Trojanowski, replied to the topic Cal Licensure...Liability in the forum PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE http://land8.com/forums/topic/cal-licensure-liability/#post-158597 Fri, 24 Feb 2012 15:04:31 +0000 Good Question. I have the same question.

]]> 0 89ae575f886ec71bd74be8fe54a293e1 Jeffrey Trojanowski, replied to the topic Internship -5 years experience in the forum GENERAL DISCUSSION https://land8.com/forums/topic/internship-5-years-experience/page/2/#post-163011 Fri, 13 May 2011 14:09:26 +0000 If you have 4-5 years experience, do you really need to be an intern.  Most internships are no pay.
 

]]> 0 dcdecddd42649f7b1231dc7740bbb988 Jeffrey Trojanowski, posted an update in the group LARE Multiple Choice Discussion: Jessica,   I have Site Analysis, and Site Planning & Design […] https://land8.com/activity/p/15709/ Tue, 10 May 2011 17:24:08 +0000 Jessica,
 
I have Site Analysis, and Site Planning & Design Handbook.  I read both of them, but only skimmed the Site Planning book.  Definitely read Site Analysis and get the PPI study material, and maybe the CLARB practice test.  That is what got me to pass this time.
 

]]> 0 e9153727e142a6ded2ce0f6f85ceb7b8 Jeffrey Trojanowski, replied to the topic "Critic's Notebook: L.A.'s landscape architects labor in anonymity" - LA Times Calender Magazine in the forum GENERAL DISCUSSION https://land8.com/forums/topic/critics-notebook-l-a-s-landscape-architects-labor-in-anonymity-la-times-calender-magazine/#post-163537 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 04:08:03 +0000 Good points Andrew.  It seems like there are more humble designers than boastful designers.  I design, not to be recognized per say, but to enhance the quality of the space.
 
I think that Architects go for what the building looks like because it stands out on a plane.  Landscape Architects, probably because their designs are on a flat plane, see…[Read more]

]]> 0 fc7f8badf681a14fc5b7d5bc3b3a75b6 Jeffrey Trojanowski, replied to the topic NO water use plants in Alpine Areas in the forum PLANTS & HORTICULTURE https://land8.com/forums/topic/no-water-use-plants-in-alpine-areas/#post-163670 Thu, 14 Apr 2011 16:45:43 +0000 I live in a mountain area and am finishing up my landscape.  I have used Ribes roezlii (sierra gooseberry) it is up to 9200 ft. but there is also the golden currant (9800 ft) and the alpine currant.

]]> 0 2ca4d9c5eb7b9611d9eb7e065b17e28d Jeffrey Trojanowski, replied to the topic Does your community require the stamp? in the forum GENERAL DISCUSSION https://land8.com/forums/topic/does-your-community-require-the-stamp/page/2/#post-164078 Tue, 22 Mar 2011 21:26:41 +0000 You’re right Steve.  I read your post wrong.  It should be obvious that if there is a Practice Act a stamp is required.  Now all States should have a Practice Act.  It protects the Landscape Architects.  Glad to see that there are only 5 states left until all 50 have Practice Acts.  (maybe 4, Illinois is in the process of requiring the Practice Act).

]]> 0 724acf668861405f8dd86d588f92ec0a Jeffrey Trojanowski, replied to the topic Does your community require the stamp? in the forum GENERAL DISCUSSION https://land8.com/forums/topic/does-your-community-require-the-stamp/page/2/#post-164081 Tue, 22 Mar 2011 19:39:07 +0000 Steve,  not All states have a practice act.  Washington just passed a law for a Practice Act, but Illinois, Maine, Mass. and Wisconsin are still only under a Title Act, so any landscape designer can practice.  And then there is Vermont, that has neither.

]]> 0 cee1c057850ea1ebd05780b2b5b0954e Jeffrey Trojanowski, replied to the topic Does your community require the stamp? in the forum GENERAL DISCUSSION https://land8.com/forums/topic/does-your-community-require-the-stamp/page/2/#post-164083 Tue, 22 Mar 2011 14:57:18 +0000 The State of California has a Practice Act and a Title Act.  Definitely need the stamp.

]]> 0 90030190fced92ec2954639ad28c7c56 Jeffrey Trojanowski, replied to the topic How did you get that job? in the forum GENERAL DISCUSSION https://land8.com/forums/topic/how-did-you-get-that-job/#post-164544 Fri, 04 Mar 2011 14:59:41 +0000 My first and only job came about by word of mouth.  You are right the best are not advertised.  I was still in school, and a classmate had a job already at a small firm, and found out that another small firm had an opening so I applied, and called a couple times a week, because they were busy and just didn’t have time to look through resumes.  I…[Read more]

]]> 0 60eeb3f77d9e3a071df850fc4dc3aeab Jeffrey Trojanowski, replied to the topic Ornamental vs Native in Retail in the forum PLANTS & HORTICULTURE https://land8.com/forums/topic/ornamental-vs-native-in-retail/#post-164623 Fri, 25 Feb 2011 15:20:46 +0000 Drought tolerant species can have some very ornamental properties, even some natives, depending on where you are.  The other thing is, how many ornamental plants are hardy enough not to get trampled.  The majority of end cap islands that are between the parking and store are void of shrubs and groundcover because of people too lazy to walk a…[Read more]

]]> 0 56fa721a74657ee8d79b1476cee1178c Jeffrey Trojanowski, posted an update in the group LARE Multiple Choice Discussion: I like it a lot.  It takes you through the entire […] https://land8.com/activity/p/15717/ Sun, 13 Feb 2011 16:27:22 +0000 I like it a lot.  It takes you through the entire process.  the analysis, programming for the different types of designs, sustainability, grading, infrastructure, and restoring and preserving landscapes.
I’m glad I bought it, for the test and for after.

]]> 0 4b1bbeffa758a7fca03e12e3dd550506 Jeffrey Trojanowski, posted an update in the group LARE Multiple Choice Discussion: Thanks Ray.  I am reading that book right now.  I also h […] https://land8.com/activity/p/15719/ Sun, 13 Feb 2011 04:15:52 +0000 Thanks Ray.  I am reading that book right now.  I also have Site Planning and Design Handbook by Thomas Russ

]]> 0 a61ee82bf68a157e04c8da8e5b2421c4 Jeffrey Trojanowski, posted an update in the group LARE Multiple Choice Discussion: Who has passed Sec. B, and what is your strategy? https://land8.com/activity/p/15721/ Sun, 13 Feb 2011 00:48:29 +0000 Who has passed Sec. B, and what is your strategy?

]]> 0 f0f08c062dc5445d147fc7c168ff2ffc Jeffrey Trojanowski, replied to the topic Land8 Chat Room in the forum GENERAL DISCUSSION https://land8.com/forums/topic/land8-chat-room/#post-165013 Fri, 11 Feb 2011 15:25:34 +0000 Andrew usually picks, you will get an email here in an hour or so regarding what the topic is and to remind you to log on to chat.

]]> 0 64a82c1f864add06428cd3d580323360 Jeffrey Trojanowski, replied to the topic Land8 Chat Room in the forum GENERAL DISCUSSION http://land8.com/forums/topic/land8-chat-room/#post-165015 Fri, 11 Feb 2011 15:18:06 +0000 usually there is a Friday Chat at 9 AM PST.

]]> 0 3beeec513d456461b2de8020880e568f Jeffrey Trojanowski, replied to the topic Shifting Gears in the forum GENERAL DISCUSSION https://land8.com/forums/topic/shifting-gears/#post-165032 Fri, 11 Feb 2011 14:04:20 +0000 True to both posts.  “IF” you do a planting design, the palette will already be chosen, and you will be drafting a hand drawn planting plan. 
 
Also, don’t come to So Cal, I don’t need anymore competition for jobs.  Just kidding; it is almost harder looking for a PM or a Lead LA position to open up in this economy.

]]> 0 a8772415d05679a2a0457f86ecd7ca99 Jeffrey Trojanowski, replied to the topic Landscape Estimate Software in the forum GENERAL DISCUSSION https://land8.com/forums/topic/landscape-estimate-software/#post-165019 Fri, 11 Feb 2011 14:00:22 +0000 Land FX does some of that.  I’m not sure exactly what it all does, but I know it does planting, irrigation, etc.

]]> 0 97c809ee6f535c84522bc9674392d794 Jeffrey Trojanowski, replied to the topic Light Weight Soil in the forum DETAILS & MATERIALS http://land8.com/forums/topic/light-weight-soil/#post-165303 Wed, 02 Feb 2011 23:05:24 +0000 It depends on where on the west coast, but if you are in So Cal, in the LA Inland Empire area there is OF Wolfenberger in Chino.
 
Their website is: http://www.ofwolfinbargerinc.com/
 
I used their nutrient mix with shavings for my podium designs. it is like 800 lbs per cubic yard instead of 2500 lbs for fill dirt.

]]> 0 0639c2cfef936ed6c24ad8bdfc74060f Jeffrey Trojanowski, replied to the topic Turfgrass reinforcement in the forum DETAILS & MATERIALS https://land8.com/forums/topic/turfgrass-reinforcement/#post-169538 Wed, 11 Aug 2010 18:29:18 +0000 I have seen these and specified them a couple times. NDS has a product that is like the Netlon ATS, but uses a honeycomb pattern that can be completely buried under turf, gravel, decomposed granite, mulch, etc. I have seen it under turf and mulch and it works great. They have a product that is fire engine rated so the fire companies are happy with…[Read more]

]]> 0 4d8cea71cdd2da80816188f588eeea1b Jeffrey Trojanowski, replied to the topic How do you create plant schedules on AutoCad plans? in the forum TECHNOLOGY https://land8.com/forums/topic/how-do-you-create-plant-schedules-on-autocad-plans/#post-168504 Wed, 11 Aug 2010 18:21:33 +0000 I am still am on AC 2006, but I have been using a block for my planting schedules for a long time. I have a legend line block that is full of attributes so when I edit my attribute (DDATTE) I have a window pop up with Botanical Name, Common Name, Size, Qty, Water Use, Plant Factor, and Comments. (I am in California, so the new MWELO requirements…[Read more]

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