Anatomy of a park
Subtitle: the essentials of recreation area planning and design
By: Bernie Dahl, Donald J. Molnar.
Contributors: Molnar, Donald J.; Molnar, Donald J.,
Edition: 3rd ed.
Publisher: Waveland Press
Published: 2003
Place of publication: Prospect Heights, Ill
Language: eng
Number of pages: 188
Subjects: Parks -- Design and construction; Parks -- Planning; Landscape architecture; Recreation areas -- Design and construction; Recreation areas -- Planning
Description: "Dahl and Molnar enable the reader to experience the aesthetic and functional aspects of park design through the eyes of the people for whom parks are planned, designed, and built. The book bridges the gaps that often exist between park designer and park user, between landscape architect and park board, between administrators and maintenance staff. Readers will enjoy the witty and lively presentation of the principles that govern skillful plan interpretation and effective site design, addressing the modern-day challenges facing landscape architects, park administrators and personnel, and the communities they serve." "The third edition includes a detailed treatment of creative funding solutions, including the ins and outs of grant writing and application. Readers will be better able to identify opportunities and generate ideas for building partnerships to help conceive and implement park projects. The authors engage the reader in thought-provoking discussions about multiple-use concepts, nature preservation and energy conservation, the increasing importance of cost-conscious budgeting, the valve of good design and durable construction, and the latest in computer-assisted park design and maintenance."--BOOK JACKET.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 181-183) and index.
Rev. ed of: Anatomy of a park / Donald J. Molnar with Albert J. Rutledge. c1986.