"Frederick Law Olmsted: Landscape Architect, Vol. 1, Early Years and Experiences" is a biography that captures the formative years of a man who would become a leading figure in landscape architecture. The story explores his initial experiences and the personal and professional events that molded his unique approach to design. It shares a collection of the subject’s early writings and interactions, emphasizing his dedication to his craft and his desire to elevate the perception of landscape architecture within society. The book begins by setting the scene of his life and work, including significant relationships with people like Calvert Vaux, and giving historical details regarding his professional path, including the planning and creation of Central Park, which provided a foundation for his future contributions to the field.
Frederick Law Olmsted : $b Landscape architect. Vol. 1, Early years and experiences, together with biographical notes.
By Frederick Law Olmsted
Discover how the early life of a landscape architect shaped the creation of iconic spaces and influenced the very essence of environmental design.
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About the AuthorFrederick Law Olmsted was an American landscape architect, journalist, social critic, and public administrator. He is considered to be the father of landscape architecture in the United States. Olmsted was famous for co-designing many well-known urban parks with his partner Calvert Vaux. Olmsted and Vaux's first project was Central Park in New York City, which led to many other urban park designs. These included Prospect Park in Brooklyn; Cadwalader Park in Trenton, New Jersey; and Forest Park in Portland, Oregon. He headed the preeminent landscape architecture and planning consultancy of late 19th century United States, which was carried on and expanded by his sons, Frederick Jr. and John C., under the name Olmsted Brothers.
Frederick Law Olmsted was an American landscape architect, journalist, social critic, and public administrator. He is considered to be the father of landscape architecture in the United States. Olmsted was famous for co-designing many well-known urban parks with his partner Calvert Vaux. Olmsted and Vaux's first project was Central Park in New York City, which led to many other urban park designs. These included Prospect Park in Brooklyn; Cadwalader Park in Trenton, New Jersey; and Forest Park in Portland, Oregon. He headed the preeminent landscape architecture and planning consultancy of late 19th century United States, which was carried on and expanded by his sons, Frederick Jr. and John C., under the name Olmsted Brothers.
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