DEBORAH SCOTT Graduate Landscape Architect
“Landscapes are collections of stories, only fragments of which are visible at any one time. In linking the fragments, unearthing the connections between them, we create the landscape anew. A landscape whose story is known is harder to dismiss… At its best, telling the landscape’s story can feel like a sacred task.” – Frank Gohlke 1995 (Geoff Park, ‘Ngar Uruora: The Groves of Life Introduction’, pg. 12)
Deborah Anne Scott Master of Landscape Architecture with Merit Victoria University of Wellington School of Architecture & Design Email: debz.scott@gmail.com Mobile: 027 3379922 Address: 21 The Bollard, Whitby, Porirua, 5024
PROJECTS Postgraduate Projects Old Patterns, New Practice .........................................................................6 Masters Thesis 2014-2015 Tensional Landscapes .....................................................................................10 Bi-cultural Design Studio 2013 Eco-Active Corridors..........................................................................................12 Lower Hutt 2013 International Feild Trip.....................................................................................14 Paris & Barcelona 2013
Undergraduate Projects Old Shoreline Development........................................................................16 Pipitea Precinct 2012
Artwork.............................................................................................................................18
Ōhau River
OLD PATTERNS, NEW PRACTICE
The New Zealand rural landscape is revered for its natural beauty alongside its highly productive agricultural industry characterised by intense and sustained human modification of the natural environment. Typical conservation practice in New Zealand is concerned with preserving what is “natural’. This thesis ‘Old Patterns, New Practice’ challenges these notions. It suggests that natural and cultural heritage is a living process, more about adaptation and growth than preservation and control. It sees agricultural landscapes as an important part of our cultural heritage and explores the patterns associated with human intervention to develop a new productive environment where the living heritage of rural New Zealand can be expressed. Can productive landscapes be considered as a type of heritage landscape? What if heritage landscapes were an integral part of a new productive surface and could improve production? This project aims to propose an integrated network of natural and manmade systems that function together as a productive surface with positive outputs for the local economy and the ecological environment. In finding the balance between the production of the land and the ecological qualities without hindering either, a successful living heritage landscape can be uncovered. The Tahamata farm block, at the Ōhau River mouth, is the case study area for this project. The project proposes to re-introduce the flax fibre industry; flax’s heritage and ecological qualities help to diversify the dairy farm system without hindering the farm’s income. The design includes the development of the floodplain, increased access, recognition of heritage sites, and establishment of adaptive spaces and the retro-fitting of vacant farm buildings.
Tahamata Farm Plan 1:10,000 @ A3
Agricultural Industry
Diversifying Farming Practices - System Diagram
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Riparian Dive
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Kuku Stream Harakeke Hub
Kuku Stream
Harakeke Hub Plan 1:2,000 @ A4 Recreational Network Ecological Network
Ecological Network
Horticultural Industry
Harakeke Industry
River Corridor
River Corridor
Economic Diversity
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Apply Fertiliser/Effluent Plant Summer Crops Summer Summer
Apply Fertiliser/Effluent Plant Summer Crops Apply Fertiliser/Effluent Plant Summer Crops
Seasonal Activity - Summer Summer 1
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Apply Nitrogen Plant Crops
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Apply Nitrogen Plant Crops Apply Nitrogen Seasonal Activity Autumn/Spring Autumn/Spring Plant Crops Autumn/Spring
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1. Harvest 2. Prep room 3. Soaking bins 4. Fibre extraction 5. Washing 6. Drying and bleaching 7. Holding area ready for transport offsite
Graze Winter Crops Avoid Over-stocking Seasonal Activity - Winter Winter Graze Winter Crops Avoid Over-stocking Winter Graze Winter Crops Avoid Over-stocking Winter
Harakeke Hub Site Process Diagram
PREPARATION Remove butt, edge & mid-rib Cut leaves into strips Join (stitch) leaves together
FARM
FLAX Harvest and transport
Soak (at least 3 days)
EXTRACTION Soak
Edges & Mid-Rib Butt
Dry
Muka - Fibre Green waste Para -Wax
Harakeke Fibre Extraction Process
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HOLDING
OFFSITE Kuku Stream Landing Area at Harakeke Hub
Re-growth & Maintenance Social/Recreational Environment Re-growth & Maintenance Re-growth & Maintenance Social/Recreational Environment Social/Recreational Environment Manage Surplus Pasture Manage Surplus Pasture Manage Surplus Pasture Harakeke Harvest Period Harakeke Harvest Period Harakeke Harvest Period Monitor/Manage Pasture Cover Monitor/Manage Pasture Cover Monitor/Manage Pasture Cover Dormant through Flooding Season Dormant through Flooding Season Dormant through Flooding Season Manage Pasture Rotation Manage Pasture Rotation Manage Pasture Rotation
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TENSIONAL LANDSCAPES
The design challenges associated with this project are focused around the issues of reconnection and restoration of the Waiwiri Stream and Lake Papaitonga landscapes near Levin. ‘Tensional Landscapes’ aims to reveal and explore the various tensions within the Waiwiri stream site on a visual, cultural and ecological level as well as the relationship that these tensions have to the ‘edge’ – Waiwiri Stream. Through the enhancement of the tensional issues of the site, solutions and an understanding can be found in regards to the health of the environmental context. The design consists of a series of spaces centred on the Waiwiri stream, which reveal and explore the tensional qualities of the Waiwiri site through the interaction and experience of the viewer. The spaces of ‘release’ will aim to simply express the natural beauty and power of the site and ecological systems within, as well as respecting the connection and significance that the site holds to local iwi.
Plan
1:25,000 @ A0
Landscape Sketch Analysis
‘Tension’ Site 1 (T1)
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‘Tension’ Site 2 (T2)
‘Tension’ Site 3 (T3)
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‘Release’ Site 1 (R1)
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T3
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‘Release’ Site 2 (R2)
‘Release’ Site 3 (R3)
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Urban Density Development
ECO-ACTIVE CORRIDORS
Eco-Active Corridors is a scheme which aims to bring the Lower Hutt Valley back to life. The term ‘eco-active’ refers to a series of networks running both the length and width of the valley. Ecological corridors in the form of ‘green streets’ and wetlands or storm-water treatment areas intersect the valley, increasing the biodiversity of the area as well as improving the quality of public life. An ‘active’ transport network has also been developed alongside the eco-corridors enabling pedestrians and cyclists to feel safe and connected throughout the valley. The development of these two interweaved networks has formed the framework for the placement and development of residential areas.
Major Transport Facilities
Green Space Network
This Eco-Active network aims to establish public spaces and corridors more readily throughout the site. The connectivity and opportunities that this network offers will aid in developing a sense of community and increase the quality of the experience of the public realm.
Hydrology
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CBD Commercial/Residential Residential: Medium Density Residential: Low-Medium Density Public Land Ecological Corridor Developed ‘Green Space’ Hydrology Stormwater System Wetland River Restructure Stop Bank
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Railways
Master Plan 1:10,000 @A0
Active Transport Network
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MASTER PLAN Deborah Scott
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INTERNATIONAL FEILD TRIP PARIS & BARCELONA 2013 The international field trip to Paris and Barcelona was an opportunity to explore the urban environment and landscape architecture of European cities. The course required us to maintain a sketchbook throughout the trip. The sketchbook is an insight to how I saw and interpreted the city and its spaces through the form of site plans, sections and by detailing certain elements or plant combinations used.
Arc de Triomphe, Paris
Igualada Cementeri, Barcelona 14
Parc Buttes Chaumont, Paris
La Rambla & adjacent grid structure, Barcelona
Parc Andre Citroen, Paris
Cerda Grid, Barcelona 15
PIPITEA PRECINCT - OLD SHORELINE DEVELOPMENT The Old Shoreline proposal re-establishes a ‘central spine’ following what once was the Wellington shoreline in 1840. This redevelopment is centred on a cable-stayed footbridge that follows the line of the original shoreline, creating a physical and visual connection between Thorndon Quay and the elevated walkway attached to Westpac Stadium. Spaces have been developed at either end of the structure to both draw people’s attention and provide an opportunity to pause and observe views of Thorndon. The footbridge also provides another access point for pedestrians moving to and from Westpac Stadium.
Conceptual Masterplan 16
Concept diagram
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Site Plan 1:200 @ A1
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ARTWORK
Painting is an outlet for my creative nature that I enjoy in my spare time. I generally draw inspiration from the landscapes and spaces around me. My work consists of experimentations with different techniques, textures, geometrical shapes using multiple mediums.
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Deborah Scott debz.scott@gmail.com