Module C : Whose Nature?
Module C
Learning from individual, local and global initiatives, this module examined the role of the landscape architecture discipline to preserve and enhance ecosystems at different scales.
Workshop 2a
Model making
Understanding, representing and shaping space though the use of physical models is a fundamental skill of the landscape architecture discipline. In this workshop, through small exercises, students test different materials and learn how to build and develop study models.
Model making with Jiali Li
Talk 2
The Nature Conservancy
As a Chartered Environmentalist and professional sustainability practitioner, Scott Lim leads nature-based solutions (NbS) to address climate challenges across Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area in his role as Project Manager at The Nature Conservancy, Hong Kong.
Scott Lim shares insights of his research on the relationship between landscape, nature and conservation with the CDLA students.
Site visit 1
Conservation with TNC,
Pak Nai, Yuen Long
After learning and expanding on the significance of nature and its relationships, students evidence the fundamental role nature plays to achieve a sustainable and resilient future.
Students contributed to restore the crucial habitats of the Northern Coast. The Nature Conservancy Hong Kong underscored the importance of preserving and regenerating biodiversity.
Site Visit 2
Benoy | Hong Kong
Students gained insights into the operations of design studio during the visit to Benoy. Teri Tsang, Director and Hong Kong Studio Lead, introduced Benoy and highlighted several real-life projects.
Talk 3
After Nature,
Tsuen Wan West
Students discovered ways to enhance biodiversity through research-driven design along shorelines with After Nature in Tsuen Wan West.
Dr. Chiu Lo shares insights of coastal adaptation and ecological design services for areas impacted by sea level rise, flooding, or habitat loss, using soft and hard forms of ecological engineering.
