Architect 3d Landscape Design
Giorgio Aguilar
If you like to plan, have knack for organization, or frequently find yourself doodling or drawing, then landscape design might be just for you. Your creativity can thrive in a landscape design career, where organization and design skills are used to create exterior spaces using plant and hardscape materials.
Landscape designers are typically employed by a landscape contracting firm, although many are often self-employed. Extensive knowledge of plants (horticulture), construction materials, and landscape contracting methods is required. Nearly all employment opportunities in landscape design require skills in sales, and the ability to confidently interact with clients is a must.
Due to complexity and legal regulations, landscape designers are not allowed to work on public and commercial property design unless he/she can have them approved and stamped by a landscape architect.
Landscape architecture is the profession that encompasses the analysis, planning, design, management and stewardship of the natural and built environment. Activities of a landscape architect include creating public parks, site planning for commercial and residential properties, reclaiming blighted areas, designing towns and historic preservation. Landscape architects have advanced education, professional training, specialized skills and licensure in 46 states. The licensure allows landscape architects to work on large-scale projects that lawfully requires their authorized architect's approval stamp.
Landscape architects work internationally, often collaborating with engineers, architects, surveyors, community planners and other professionals. Many states require a landscape architect license. Many BYU students have gone on to pursue a masters degree in Landscape Architecture from a variety of schools throughout the nation. In 2023, 100% of BYU Plant & Landscape System students who applied placed into the top landscape architecture programs in the country.
Students should also immerse themselves in a variety of design techniques. Students can look through many of the design magazines in the design studio as well as look around the ASLA website. Students can also become student members of the ASLA and the APLD in order to better network with current landscape architects and designers.
Design irrigation systems, planting details, and other CAD drawings with accurate size and scale. Includes drawing templates for sheet sizes A0-A4, and custom sizes are also supported. An extensive library of symbols is included, and you can create your own using the wizard.
As you design your landscape, the 2D and 3D views are updated automatically. Freely switch between views as needed. Design houses, decks, and other objects in 2D, and then switch to 3D to set their elevation. Most tools can be used in either view.
The 2D view, called the Plan view, is used for creating artistic, stylized, CAD-like, or realistic top-down landscape plans. If an object is added to the Plan view it will appear in both the Plan and 3D views, but can be customized for each view if needed. This functionality allows landscape designers to create both detailed 2D plans and realistic 3D designs at the same time.Simultaneous 2D and 3D DesignAs you design your landscape, the 2D and 3D views are updated automatically. Freely switch between views as needed. Design houses, decks, and other objects in 2D, and then switch to 3D to set their elevation. Most tools can be used in either view.
The 2D view, called the Plan view, is used for creating artistic, stylized, CAD-like, or realistic top-down landscape plans. If an object is added to the Plan view it will appear in both the Plan and 3D views, but can be customized for each view if needed. This functionality allows landscape designers to create both detailed 2D plans and realistic 3D designs at the same time.Choose your Design AppearanceMany different design types of plan designs are available in Realtime Landscaping Architect through large libraries of symbols, color washes, hatch patterns, gradients, and more. Create rich vibrant designs, or opt for a traditional black and white CAD appearance. Through the use of color washes, even hand-drawn or painted designs are possible.High Quality PlantsDesign landscapes using a library of over 7,800 high resolution plants including shrubs, annuals, perennials, cacti, water garden and tropical.
The library also includes nearly 900 high-resolution 3D plant models which are ideal for movies and 3D walkthroughs, and nearly 500 additional standard-resolution 3D plant models.High Quality PlantsDesign landscapes using a library of over 7,800 high resolution plants including shrubs, annuals, perennials, cacti, water garden and tropical.
The library also includes nearly 900 high-resolution 3D plant models which are ideal for movies and 3D walkthroughs, and nearly 500 additional standard-resolution 3D plant models.Create Swimming Pools and SpasDesign breathtaking swimming pools and spas. Above ground, in-ground, multiple level, and infinity edge pool styles are all supported.
Add sprinklers, piping, and other symbols. Set the coverage angle and radius of each sprinkler head as needed.Create Cost Estimates and Material ListsQuickly estimate the cost of each project using the integrated and automatic Project Material List. Simply open the list, enter prices for the different landscaping objects, and print the result.
Add sprinklers, piping, and other symbols. Set the coverage angle and radius of each sprinkler head as needed.
Create Cost Estimates and Material ListsQuickly estimate the cost of each project using the integrated and automatic Project Material List. Simply open the list, enter prices for the different landscaping objects, and print the result.
When creating client quotes, you can export the material list to Excel and add labor, excavation, and other custom items as needed.Deck Design Made EasyUse the intuitive deck tools to create decks of virtually any size, shape, and style.
The possibilities are endless with the wide variety of tools included in Realtime Landscaping Architect. Create metal, vinyl, wood, or chain link fencing with ease. Add patios and driveways by simply drawing their shape and selecting a material. Add realistic paths, hedges, rockery, and much more.
Use the Plant Growth tool to help clients visualize what their landscape will look like in the future: anywhere from three months to more than 20 years. This is a great way to determine spacing and other size considerations.
The software includes a built-in user guide, free email and toll-free technical support, and online tutorials. Have a question about a feature? Simply press F1.Home designs are easy to replicate in Realtime Landscaping Architect.Design Single and Multi-Story HousesUse the House Wizard to drop in a pre-built house, or create a new one from scratch. Add houses simply by drawing their outline: the walls, trim, and even the roof are all created automatically.
Present your designs in full 3D using the Realtime Walkthrough feature, complete with lighting, shadows, and other effects.Add Lawn Furniture, Outdoor Kitchens, and MoreChoose from thousands of objects to enhance your landscape designs such as swimming pool objects, 3D rockery, outdoor furniture, intricate gazebos, carports, sheds, and much more.
Choose products from national brands such as S.R. Smith, Jerith, Philips Hadco, Amarr, Kichler, Highpoint Deck Lighting, MasterTile, Noble Tile, and RicoRock.Realistic Pavers, Brick, Stone, and MoreSelect from a large library of professional materials including pavers, mulch, brick, wood, concrete, stacked stone, and more.
Create terraced landscape designs using the powerful Retaining Wall tool, using materials from Eldorado, Belgard, and Unilock.Design Custom Ponds and Water FeaturesDesign ponds, water gardens, and other water features using the advanced tools in Realtime Landscaping Architect. Design ponds and streams of any shape and size, add rockery, waterfalls, fountains, and jumping jets, and choose from a large library of accessories and decorations.
Using our exclusive Realtime Walkthrough feature, you can present your designs to clients in real-time 3D, complete with flowing water, koi fish, and other effects.Design Custom Ponds and Water FeaturesDesign ponds, water gardens, and other water features using the advanced tools in Realtime Landscaping Architect. Design ponds and streams of any shape and size, add rockery, waterfalls, fountains, and jumping jets, and choose from a large library of accessories and decorations.
Using our exclusive Realtime Walkthrough feature, you can present your designs to clients in real-time 3D, complete with flowing water, koi fish, and other effects.Import Models, Images, and CAD DrawingsImport models from a variety of industry standard file formats, including: Autodesk FBX, 3D Studio 3DS, Collada DAE, Wavefront OBJ, and SketchUp SKP.
Import terrain elevations from CAD files in DWG and DXF format, as well as elevation points in XLS, XLSX, and CSV format. This is useful for importing elevation data from other CAD software or from files generated by GPS survey equipment.Design Landscape LightingHelp clients visualize your landscape lighting ideas using products from Philips Hadco, Kichler, and Highpoint. Any number of landscape lights, house lights, and swimming pool lights can be added to your landscape designs. Show clients impressive nighttime pictures and walkthroughs complete with realistic lighting and shadows.Compelling Client PresentationsPresent your design ideas and proposals using a variety of methods. Print your designs to any color printed supported by Windows. Send your design to a print shop in PDF or JPG format. E-mail 2D plans and 3D pictures of your designs. Create a video of your landscape design and upload to YouTube or burn to a DVD.Create 3D Panoramas for Youtube and FacebookUpload interactive designs to social media and image sharing sites. Your clients can look around the design freely, either standing in place or while moving through the landscape in a video. Capture even more detail with an increased resolution output limit of 81928192.Buy Now Free Trial