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Zhan, Suzy

I would like to reflect on the significance of acknowledging the traditional and unceded territory of the Musqueam First Nation. It’s important to consider our relationship with the land and how we interact with it. The choices we make about our urban landscapes are far from arbitrary. Instead, they reflect larger cultural, ecological, and social forces that shape our relationship with the natural world around us. By considering the plantings we see every day, we can begin to unravel the complex layers of meaning and intention that underpin these seemingly simple decisions. Public preference for neat and orderly landscapes, influenced by the Picturesque landscape in the 18th century, puts pressure on maintenance and creates resistance to biodiverse designs in public spaces, despite the growing awareness of the importance of healthy and resilient green spaces. This cultural practice, although well-intended, often creates a static landscape that neglects thedynamic ecological processes within. My thesis project is a journey of exploring a biodiverse boulevard running through the neighborhood that serves as a tangible reminder of our interconnectedness with the natural world. It provides a space for us to reconnect with the rhythms of the earth, fostering a sense of rootedness and belonging both ecologically and culturally.

Vancouver (B.C.)

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University of British Columbia. LARC 598

Vancouver : University of British Columbia Library

10.14288/1.0432071

Applied Science, Faculty of; Architecture and Landscape Architecture (SALA), School of

Unreviewed

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