Advice for Landscape Architecture Students - Thorbjörn Andersson

Thorbjörn Andersson is an award-winning landscape architect and professor SLU Ultuna in Sweden. He gives us valuable advice for landscape architecture and architecture students and talks about the role of hand drawing and sketching in his work:
➜ Four points of advice for students from Prof. Andersson:
1. Write down 5 sentences about what you want to do before you sketch.
2. Use a dull pencil.
3. Give yourself a time limit.
4. Use a smaller surface.
We sat down with him for an interview at LILA Awards Ceremony in October 2018 landezine-award.com/lila-winn...
#landscapearchitecture #architecture #drawing

[@oliviajohnson8199]

Insightful content , thank you !

[@Linescapes]

Glad you like it, Olivia! Yeah, the talk with him was very interesting for us as well!

[@ecodorp]

Hi Sonia and Casper, Thank you for this interview, Thorbjorn is very nice to listen to. Very informative, to the point, and with a good sense of humor.

[@Linescapes]

True. We loved talking to him as well 🙂

[@RobinHood-hk5dk]

Very helpful. Thank you.

[@Linescapes]

Glad it helps!

[@marinawatkins8095]

Thank you. Very useful insights and good practical tips. Our tutors at Greenwich University's MLA programme recommended your channel.

[@Linescapes]

Wow, that's great to hear! We have been hearing a lot from students that their professors recommend our content recently. And it's so nice to hear that every time since students are mostly the ones we want to reach!

[@j.pmccrossan9453]

Really enjoyed it

[@Linescapes]

Really glad you did! We also enjoyed talking to Mr. Andersson.

[@Julizhao]

Very helpful! Please post more videos about landscape architecture career. Thank you!

[@Linescapes]

Glad it helps! Yeah, more are definitely coming. What exactly about landscape architecture interests you the most?

[@Julizhao]

Linescapes I would like to learn more about conceptual design process combine with hand-drawing in real projects. And also it will be very helpful if you could introduce us some resources that you browse for inspirational ideas for work, or books that you recommend for. Thank you!

[@Linescapes]

Thanks for the feedback! Yeah, we definitely might dive more into the design process and similar topics. Also, we were thinking about doing some book reviews. Meanwhile, we sometimes publish our own project sketches on our Instagram and Facebook profiles. Maybe you find them useful!

[@booknerdjebbi5037]

Hi I'm (hopefully) about to start university in Uppsala SLU in Landscape architecture, and I'm just really excited. I thought it would be mostly by computer but they've given us a list of art materials to buy, which are all used by hand. So it seems even the education here is a lot by hand.

[@Linescapes]

That’s so nice to hear! We’re keeping our fingers crossed that you can start the studies there in as normal circumstances as possible. Do say hi to Thorbjorn for us once you meet him 🙂

[@MaverickLukas]

Nice. Pls add more

[@Linescapes]

Glad you like it! Yeah, more is coming soon! Sylvia Karres and Ken Smith are next up!

[@cereal6961]

thank you so much❤️❤️❤️

[@Linescapes]

You're welcome 😊

[@ustupid1534]

You should upload more👍

[@Linescapes]

Yeah, we know. We’re working on it 😊

[@tawakamba2978]

Hello, I am Tawanda from Zimbabwe, I just finished my diploma in Architectural Technology, but along the way I just discovered that, I would feel more comfortable in designing public spaces and has developed a passion in Landscape designing and architecture but the problem comes in that in my country, people rarely value landscape architecture and there are few companies or firms which concentrate in landscape designing. I surely want to explore in this field and what's your advice. Thank you in advance

[@bneshel1514]

Go for it, I think it’s super fun and at the same time challenging but for me (I’m just a student myself), I now I want to do something about lively and especially sustainable places and a better world really

[@tvs9978]

@Tawa Kamba don't wait for people in Zim to appreciate landscaping. You have to create the awareness if you're truly passionate about it. Whenever you talk to people, impress upon them the importance of landscaping. You're blessed that in Zim you have a naturally beautiful landscape that you don't need to do much but if you can get involved with organizations that organize design ndabas, fairs, garden shows etc to raise awareness, do so. That will be your contribution. You can also find a university that offers online landscape design courses to see if it's truly something you want to do. With your background in architectural technology, it would be easy to transfer your skills

[@bongilenyoni51]

awesome

[@Linescapes]

Thank you! The interview truly was interesting!

[@cynthia5028]

Freehand drawing is a plus for landscape designer.

[@Linescapes]

Yeah, we think so too! Would you aslo say it’s an essential skill?

[@reinvention2049]

I would like to work as a landscape architect, but with a focus on Conservation Biology. What do you recommend as the best way to go about this?

[@Linescapes]

Hey! I think a direction of landscape planning or landscape ecology would be the way to go.

[@scottsolomonson9005]

I’m glad the sketch pad wasn’t replaced with technology.

[@Linescapes]

Technology is giving us great tools and are there to use, right? Still, if you have the possibility to express yourself in a physical way (pen to paper), you can make more or faster connection in your creative/thinking process.

[@Y.asmin12]

Looking for an advice, I'm graduated architect from Puerto Rico, and I'm have been working for a small firm for about two years. I'm also doing a master in Project Manager, but I think that this might not be what I really wants to do. So I'm thinking change mi career to landscape architecture. I really loves public spaces and nature, but Can I work like landscape architecture with a bachelor in architecture? Do you recommend me getting education in landscape architecture better? Thank you! PS: great video

[@Linescapes]

Hey! Glad you that you are interested in landscape architecture. It’s a beautiful profession. Yeah, you can work in LA with an architects degree (a person at our office does it), but you’d get far more specific knowledge about the plants and environment through landscapes architecture. So I’d recommend studying that. One more tip: visit some landscape architecture offices to really see how work there looks like. Good luck! 😊

[@starsalways7922]

I'm trying to decide whether I should pursue LA or Landscape Design. I just wonder how much I need to know about physics and actual architecture to work in the LA field. I'm more of an Artist mind so I think maybe I should just stick to design. I guess maybe I don't know if I'm smart enough for Architecture.

[@Linescapes]

Hi Memoriae, before you start deep diving into your thoughts, we suggest that you visit a LA office or two and ask if you can observe their workflow through the day. Ask a lot of questions that are importaint to you. Find homepage of your prefered University and look what kind of work the students produce. Purpose of a landscape architect is creating spaces that are based on creative solution. Projects are always goal oriented, workflow is dynamic, creativity is an importain part of our work. Maybe you should also ask yourself what kind of creative expression to you need in order to feel satisfied in your daily life/job. 😊

[@mich206]

I finished my first year studying landscape architecture in the U.S. What would you suggest I can do during my free time to improve my hand drawings? I struggled so much but I enjoyed model making which makes me realize I like the career. What are some things I can work on now that I’m on summer break?

[@Linescapes]

Hey Michelle! It’s great to hear you’re studying landscape architecture and enjoying it! A good idea to improve in drawing is to set a goal for the summer like for example filling up a sketchbook or committing to drawing a sketch every day. It’s more important that you keep doing it than what you draw. This will train your hand and also let you discover the possibilities of drawing. If you want to get more technical you can also always start with our basics of drawing series. I hope this helps! Ask if you’ll have any more questions 🙂 kzbin.info/aero/PLst7hSyOEgd5Ea1PKFSftJZg13pbI-DeS

[@keleniengaluafe2600]

Force yourself to draw don't be afraid!Do it yourself!

[@viannydelgado2603]

Hello amazing tips and video. I am confused on the difference between environmental design and landscape architecture. Because I am currently majoring in architecture as a bachelor Barch but I want to do landscape architecture later on after university. But the only way to do that at my School is to get a masters after 5 years. Is it better to pursue a bachelors of environmental design which is the closest thing in my school to pursue landscape architecture later ? Or stay in the bachelors of Architecture ?

[@tvs9978]

I would say that Architecture gives you a solid foundation to go into other areas of design. So go ahead with the bachelor's in Architecture then do a masters in Landscape architecture (if you have the funds to do so). It gives you more experience and flexibility for future prospects. You will find that urban design/landscape architecture/environmental design are interrelated and though different universities may call them different things to reflect the particular focus of their programmes, you'll be getting the same knowledge and skills once you go through any such programme

[@railpoint8480]

You tube carries a much lesser content about architecture content in India and Indian climatic conditions.. Pls make some videos about it.

[@Linescapes]

Hey! We definitely are going to make more videos with architectural content. But we don't know much about architecture in India yet. Maybe one day we will 🙂

[@ketkinalawade5050]

So can we pursue landscape arch as an undergrad degree?

[@Linescapes]

Of course you can. I’d say it’s good place to start.

[@LandSpaceArchitecture]

I need to practice more and improve my hand drawing skill

[@Linescapes]

Well, I think one doesn’t need to be really good at it. Just good enough to use it to think and as a foundation for other, mostly digital tools.

[@LandSpaceArchitecture]

@@Linescapes yeah but as he said, when we meet at client, it is impressive if we can draw something quickly

[@Linescapes]

@@LandSpaceArchitecture Yeah, that's true. It always works in our experience as well. Altho one must say that clients are already impressed by the fact that you dare to draw something in front of them, however simple it might be :)

[@miriamnjenga1327]

Do you have advice for a landscape architecture student who feels more drawn to architecture instead?

[@Linescapes]

I’d say give architecture a try! If I was you, I’d do an internship at an architecture office to see if it’s really something you’re drawn to. There is also urban design, which partially connects landscape architecture and architecture.

[@miriamnjenga1327]

@@Linescapes Thank you

[@Linescapes]

Sure. Where du you study?

[@miriamnjenga1327]

@@LinescapesI'm a student in Kenya

[@Linescapes]

@@miriamnjenga1327 Great! I wish you find the field that brings you the most joy. But also give yourself time to figure out what it is! Even if it's years.

[@kirtisharma6827]

I am doing architecture diploma..plz suggest me any further steps for future

[@Linescapes]

Hey Kirti! I would focus on gathering experience at an architecture office. The best way to do this is to apply for internships. Make a portfolio and write at least 50 offices that you find ok and ask for an ainternship. After half a year or something like that, you can ask if they employ you. So be patient, your education will continue even after you finish your diploma.

[@kirtisharma6827]

Thnkyou so much🥰

[@jadhavreecha4519]

I'm indian I am continuing my undergraduate in horticulture Can I do my master in LA?

[@Linescapes]

Depending on the school you're applying to. Should be possible.

[@blackcat49345]

i am a new graduated student in Taiwan last year. All the company ask me at least being good at 3DMax and edit the cool render vid to client. Also asking me make the space crowded with pavement and plants instead of understanding my idea of design. This really make me sad.😞

[@yaretzicontreras99]

Are you guys enjoying this major? I'm starting this fall and would like some insight

[@Linescapes]

Hey Diane! Yes, totally! We're already finished with our studies, but we really liked it. It was diverse and interesting. Of course it depends on the program of the school you attend, but in general landscape architecture is a very interesting subject. Where will you study?

[@yaretzicontreras99]

@@Linescapes Hi, thank you for the reply. I am studying at Texas A&M

[@Linescapes]

@@yaretzicontreras99 Well, we hope you'll enjoy the major and of course later working in the profession. It's very rewarding since you really get the feeling that you are contributing to society and the environment.

[@victoryiakennedy1782]

I'm tired

[@collerdgreens]

Hi Diane, have you started yet? I begin next fall at Mississippi State university and would love some advice!

[@peterk6441]

wow. no way landscape achitect guys can beat this guy's level. at least in north america. His thinking at least 2 or 3 level. We are all about low cost and efficiency.

[@greenscapegardenlandscapin9122]

the strugle when you have landscape business but you dont know how to draw for perspective design the client need

[@Linescapes]

Hey there! I hope this might help: we created a tutorial on simple essential tips for drawing perspectives: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d37bmIl4acuqgK8

[@xichaostar9420]

卧槽卧槽，大师的草图小笔记也非常nice啊哈哈哈哈哈哈哈哈哈

[@LandSpaceArchitecture]

haha you got the point

[@Linescapes]

I know :D If someone is wondering about translation: "Damn it, the master's sketch notes are also very nice hahahahahahahahaha"

[@xichaostar9420]

你以为我不想用小纸吗？？！！不我的地块有60hm2 我还必须得画1：1000的！！！我也很难受害怕

[@Linescapes]

Well, the small paper is good for the first concept sketches, I think. Later one has to transfer to bigger formats.

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[@sattarbashiri6046]

Why you were alone all the time?!

[@Stickon32]

1.5 speed

[@Linescapes]

What do you mean by that, Marissa?

[@Stickon32]

Linescapes i played the video on 1.5x to make him speak a little faster 🙂 (busy student)

[@Linescapes]

@@Stickon32 Haha, that's amazing. The same amount of knowledge for half the time!

[@mr.landscapearchitect2355]

Very helpful. Thank you.

[@Linescapes]

That's great to hear! You're welcome 🙂