Artificial Rock Design & Construction

Description

Many artificial rock projects turn fake very quickly. This course will educate architects on when it makes sense to design with artificial rock and how to avoid a fake looking product. By diving into the geomorphology of rocks, attendees will gain an understanding of how rocks move and age and how that should affect the placement, coloration, and design of rock features. In addition, the course explains the impact of good design on society and how features such as artificial rock can make a positive impact by taking into consideration the end user and audience.

Objectives

1. Identify 3 design considerations that should go into every design with natural or artificial rocks

2. Understand the dynamics of coloration and weathering for artificial rocks

3. Explain the effect of social responsibility and impact landscaping design and artificial rock design has on projects

4. Explore when, why, and how to design and build with artificial rock versus real rock

Course Number: Rocks 101

Duration: 1 hour

Credit Type: ASLA CE