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Collaborative Design Planting Design Working Group 27

2014-01-28T17:29:11Z

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'''Liban Quarry, Krakow-Poland'''

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| '''Authors''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Ilona Feklistova,Saranya Gunasekaran, Luisa Colorado,Hari Adhikari''
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== Landscape and/or urban context of your case ==

The Liban Quarry is one of the most forgotten places in Kraków[http://www.28dayslater.co.uk/forums/european-international-sites/76107-liban-quarry-krak%F3w-poland-november-2012-a.html], this place is remembered for the victims of the Nazi labor camp that operated there during Kraków’s occupation (World War II); within the time The Liban Quarry become slowly a nature sanctuary for waterfowl, birds of prey, pheasants and other creatures. [http://www.flickr.com/photos/sbell/sets/72157618790136658/]

The landscape of the place contains incredible limestone cliffs, ponds and dense vegetation.

'''HISTORY'''

'''1873'''_The limestone company 'Liban and Ehrenpreis,' run by two well known Jewish industrial families from Podgórze established a quarry.

'''End of the 19th century''' _ a complex of buildings was established within the quarry and a railway line.

'''1942-1944'''_ Nazi occupation, in which a penal camp, where 800 young Poles were prisoners and forced to perform hard labors, was set-up.

'''1945'''_The evidence of Concentration Camps were erased by SS.

'''1993'''_ Steven Spielberg used Liban as the set of all the scenes from Schindler's List that take place in the Płaszów concentration camp.

'''Today'''_ There are still villas used by high-rank commandeers (for ex. 'Red house'), paths and roads patterns that gives a clear idea of where the camp was situated.

'''BIOGEOGRAPHY'''

The area of Liban Quarry is a geographic area rich in species and ecosystems:

• The site is highly rich in biotopes.

• The area serves as a refuge for water birds.

• Highly diverse in plant species.

• Provide habitat for many insects, birds and small mammals.

• Woodlands are mainly formed by broad-leaved species.

• Xerothermic grasslands characterize the site and are of great value.

• There are some negative tendencies, like spreading of invasive species or overgrowing xerothermic grasslands with bushes.

== What are the objectives of your design? ==

'''''Objective 1'''''

Liban Quarry has a long and creepy history for it with many elements and spaces which still reflect what took place years back. In my point of view I would like to say that this area with abundant plant species grown like a forest with remains of the towers and pathways and presently lot of species too should be redesigned in such a way that we preserve the existing ruins and control the growth of the plants with required access by the public so that they also will be able to know the past of this area without altering the present atmosphere of the Site. As in it should be made as a place of historical importance and should me made as a biospere reserve.

'''''Objective 2'''''

Today the Liban Quarry is a peaceful place; famous for the buildings and places that reminds historical terrific facts, rich diverse vegetation and also works as a refuge different kind of animals. Since we are talking about an example that has different points of view, I decided propose diverse objectives:

'''Objective A: Conservation and Protection'''

• The highly number of biotypes, the woodland and the grasslands must be protected in order to preserve the nature that nowadays has the place and also continue with the offer of refuge for animals.

• It is important to restore the old building that can tell the history of the terrible facts that happened there.

'''Objective B: Accessibility and Connection'''

To the historical buildings though different ways that make easier the route.

'''Objective C: Information and Orientation'''

The lack of information and orientation must to be improving, inside and outside of the place, though different medias that orientates the public of what can they find or do in the Liban Quarry.

'''''Objective 3'''''

• This area historical importance as well as ecological importance because of rare plants and animals. So, history needs to be preserved for the future generation as well as the nature too, but slight redesign of the area can prove Liban Quarry to be a place which has all in one (nature, history, entertainment and adventure).

== Analytical drawings ==

<gallery caption="Analytical Drawings " widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="3">
Image:AnalysisStreetsLibanQuarry.jpg|Layers: High Speed Streets, entrance, water bodies, project.
Image:AnalysisVegetationLibanQuarry.jpg|Layers: Vegetation, water bodies, project.
Image:AnalysisGeneralLibanQuarry.jpg|Layers: All the layers together, also built plan and special areas.
Image:Analytical-il.jpg|Change in water level through years
Image:Change Detection_Project Area.jpg|Change in vegetation phenology through years
Image:WaterAccessibilitySpreading.jpg|Layers: Water, accessibility and spreading plants.
Image:Analytical drawing-S.jpg|Vegetation and distribution inside of the project.
</gallery>

== Projective drawings ==

<gallery caption="Projective Drawings " widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="3">
Image:Projective drawing-S.jpg|Futuristic Plans for the site
Image:Analytical_Hari.jpg|Projective redesign of Liban Quarry
Image:Vision.jpg|Conservation & Protection
Image:Accessibility&Connection.jpg|Accessibility & Connection
Image:Information&Orientation.jpg|Information & Orientation
Image:Introduction of plants on different levels.jpg|Introduction of plants on different levels
</gallery>

== Design Synthesis ==
''Please analyse the individual approaches presented so far and evaluate their strengths and weaknesses (you may use the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SWOT_analysis SWOT]analysis model). Try to create a synthesis and represent it with a plan and some sketches. You can still use drawings/sketches.''

<gallery caption="Design Synthesis Drawings" widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
Image:yourfilename1.jpg|synthesis drawing 1
Image:yourfilename2.jpg|synthesis drawing 2
Image:yourfilename3.jpg|synthesis drawing 3
Image:yourfilename4.jpg|synthesis drawing 4
</gallery>

== Summary of the collaborative process ==
''Please reflect on your collaborative design process. Which potentials have you encountered? What was most difficult? What does collaborative design mean for you? (approx 150 words).''

== Image Gallery ==

<gallery caption="Image Gallery" widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
Image:L1.jpg|Corridor between the inner and outer fences in winter.
Image:L2.jpg|Kamieniołom Liban (Quarry)
Image:L3.jpg|Watchtowers & barracks with genuine historical structures.
Image:L4.jpg|Watchtowers & barracks with genuine historical structures.
Image:L5.jpg|The reconstructed road of tombstones, it is not real.
Image:L6.jpg|Detail of the reconstructed road of tombstones (look carefully for the repetitions).
Image:L7.jpg|Corridor between the inner and outer fences in summer
Image:L8.jpg|Another view of the fence posts and barbed wire in summer.
Image:Quarry 1943.jpg|Quarry in 1943.
Image:Quarry 2004.jpg|Quarry in 2004.
Image:Jewish cemeteries.jpg|Jewish Cemeteries.

</gallery>

== References ==
1. http://www.inyourpocket.com/poland/krakow/sightseeing/Podgorze-Places-of-Interest/Liban-Quarry_49806v

2. http://prezi.com/ttywkthagqmz/part-i-brief-survey-and-analysis/?utm_campaign=share&utm_medium=copy by Ilona Feklistova

3. http://www.flickr.com/photos/sbell/sets/72157618790136658/

4. http://www.28dayslater.co.uk/forums/european-international-sites/76107-liban-quarry-krak%F3w-poland-november-2012-a.html

5. http://polandian.wordpress.com/2008/05/12/schindlers-list-death-camp-krakow-off-the-beaten-track/

6. http://media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/photo-s/01/0c/68/1d/waterworld-great-day.jpg

7. http://www.climbing-photography.co.uk/blog/index.php/2011/climbing-photography-tips/

8. http://brentwood.thefuntimesguide.com/2007/07/new_brentwood_park_owlcreek.php

9. http://www.corvallisadvocate.com/2013/0516-may-18-weed-tutorial/

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File:Introduction of plants on different levels.jpg

2014-01-28T17:27:31Z

Ilona.feklistova:

Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-03T09:44:49Z

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'''''Please add the title of your case study here, adjust the map coordinates and replace the moa image with a characteristic image of your site'''''

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| '''Name''' ||style="background:Lavender"| '' Liban Quarry''
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== Rationale: Why is this case interesting? ==

The area known as Liban quarry is an abandoned limestone extraction site. Placed only within 2,5 km from historical center of Krakow, the site became a sanctuary for wild life within last thirty years. The area does not have any official status and protection, but it has particular characteristics that attracts local people including me to come here for recreation.
* ''Why did you select it?''
There are some relatively negative tendencies like eutrophication, spreading of invasive plants and overgrowing of valuable xerothermic plant communities. Thereby I want to make clear for myself as a landscape architecture if we should intervene in this kind of natural processes, even though it is an urban area, and if ‘yes’, where is the border between design and maintenance of the site and disturbing already established environment.
* ''Is it exemplary for a specific theme or a problem?''
Overall, it is related to technogenic landscapes, restoration and new functions of similar sites.
* ''In how far does it relate to your life?''
As you can see the site is placed in Poland,so it is not directly related to me and I had discovered it by accident during my research that was not related to that place. At the same time, it is possible to see many limestone quarries in Estonia with similar characteristics, some of them are abandoned, others will be out of use in the future, hence the issues can be relatively similar to Liban quarry.

== Author's perspective ==
''As a student of landscape architecture I want to understand what are the existing qualities of place, potentials and tendencies, and considering them to find better solution from ecological and social perspective ''

== Landscape and/or urban context of your case ==

The Liban quarry is a result of dramatic changes in topography made by human during the last century and natural process of last thirty years. As result, the area has a range of particular characteristics and values from bio-geographical as well as cultural standpoint.

*''Biogeography and dynamics''

''Topography is one of the most important characteristics of the site and contributes to the large diversity in biotopes. It is placed in Carpathian foredeep where base is formed by limestone plateau covered with glacial deposits. The experience of steep rocks reaching of 38 m changes with sun movement where the most dramatic can be seen the 'burning' rocks on South and contrasting shaded areas on North during the sunset.''

''The site is highly reach in biotopes; the area of Liban quarry serve as a refuge for water birds; upper meadows are highly diverse in plant species and provide habitat for many insects, birds and small mammals, woodlands bordering with quarry are mainly formed by broad-leaved species. Xerothermic grasslands characterize the site and are of great value.''

''The are also some negative tendencies, like erosion and landslides, spreading of invasive species, process of eutrophication in frequently flooded areas and overgrowing xerothermic grasslands with bushes.''

*''Cultural features''

''Due to topography the area was bypassed by any significant constructions. Used as industrial site during a century there can be still seen rusted constructions for limestone works. Even though they are not considered as valuable elements of cultural heritage, the contrast of form and color with green environment creates particular characteristics of the area. Also few of them form a landmark along with chimney of old industrial building placed at the entrance to the quarry.''

''The site was related to tragic events of II World War, where prisoners of Plaszow Labor Camp, placed within a half of kilometer, were working. In the northern part there can be seen a monument for 21 Poles, killed in quarry in 1944. In 1990s the Liban quarry became a 'scene' for filming 'Schindler's List' movie. There still can be found fake sets that became particular for the place (for ex. path with grave stones).''

''Next to the quarry, there is one of the oldest constructed elements in Krakow - the Krakus Mound. Being one of the highest points in the city it also contributes to the scale of the quarry, where difference between highest point of mound and lowest in quarry reaches 60m.''

* Illustration:
<gallery caption="Map; sketches; short descriptive analyses" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Plan Liban quarry.jpg|Plan of the area
File:Section Liban Quarry.jpg|Section (dimension, difference in height, views)
File:Landcover.jpg|The landcover
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Analytical drawings ==

<gallery caption="Natural dynamic versus cultural framework" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:Birch on railroad tracks.jpg|The formal railroad tracks turn out to be a perfect 'bed' for birch trees. There may be several factors: first, as result of laying the tracks certain land works were done where limestone was replaced with loose materials; second, the rails had become a 'trap' for tree seeds; third, rails kept the leaves and other organic materials that led to formation humus between the lines. As result, the root system of trees and trails in complex decreasing erosion and protect from landslides. The birches also form high narrow path space that lead along the cliff.
File:Gravestone paths.jpg|It is important to notice that grave stones were placed as a decoration for Schindler's List movie and are real. After the film was done the scenery were abounded and in last twenty years, as result of competition for sunlight the willow bushes had densely enclosed the paths thereby creating green tunnel by vertical structure and providing contrasting walking experience. The bared roots of willow is the results of changes in water level when place become inaccessible.
File:Rusted constructions.jpg| Formal functional constructions of industrial site had acquired aesthetic value in green environment. The elements work as focal point within the all area of quarry where it contrasts by color and form with nature. Also the dynamic form of surroundings interacts with static elements.
</gallery>

<gallery caption="Dynamic through the year" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Summer LS.jpg|In summer the area is very contrast where the domination of color refers to certain land cover; meadows stand out because of light green and yellow colors (result of dominative and invasive plant Solidago); the western upper part of the site is covered with dense broad-leaved forest and varies from light to dark green; the quarry is taken by hydrophilous plants like willows, poplar, common reed that give bluish color emphasized by shadow of northern cliff. Also strongly stand out rusted elements in contrast to green and blue.
File:AutumnLS.jpg|In autumn the area is colored to brownish tones and becomes more uniformed. Also the rusted elements merge with the surrounding in this period. The hidden stone path and lines of wooden beams come out in winter when the area becomes more exposed and monochromic .
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Projective drawings ==
* ''Please add four projective sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) for your case and take the following aspects into account:''
** ''How would you like this case to change in the near future? (in 1-2 years)'' will
** ''And how could it look like in 10-15 years?''

<gallery caption="Projective Drawings " widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:Echo.jpg|Concept plan. The area is dominated by pioneer species, that were able to colonize the damaged site. The biodiversity may be en-reached by presenting new species (compatible but not invasive) within the core area and provide moderate maintenance. Presumably, the new species will spread further contributing to biodiversity of the area.
File:Vision.jpg|Vision. Discovery of nature and experience of different dimension.
File:Hepatica.jpg| Short-term changes. The introduction of native species (like ''Hepatica'') can increase aesthetic characteristics of the site.
File:Panorama leban 20 years later.jpg| Long-term changes. As result of overgrowing, cliffs, objects and water surface will be enclosed by plants.
</gallery>

== Summary and conclusion ==
The frame created by human activity has contributed to establishment of new ecosystem in the urban environment, where ‘naturalness’ is the most valuable characteristic of the site – from ecological as well as aesthetic point of view. The area is in constant transformation where some processes can be seen as negative. Along with eutrophication and overgrown the area is limited within certain plant species (mainly pioneer plants) and the surrounding urban environment does not contribute to biodiversity.
The main concept of my design proposal ‘Echo’ is to make accessible and to manage only core area near the passageway, and decrease human involvement in direction to the cliffs. The core area will be a place where the new species will be introduced (that can be compatible, but not dominate) assuming that naturally they will spread further and increase biodiversity in whole area. The maintenance should be done on a piecemeal basis, with only small areas managed in any one year to ensure continuity of habitat. Thus, the site can provide restorative environment for human as well as sanctuary for wildlife.

== Image Gallery ==

<gallery caption="Image Gallery" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:IMG 6915.JPG|Areas of eutrophication
File:IMG 6881.JPG|Upper meadows (dominatio of ''Solidago'')
File:IMG 6826.JPG|Eastern cliffs
File:Panorama leban.jpg|Panorama from Krakus mound
File:IMG 5465.jpg|Krakus Mound
File:IMG 5641.jpg|Abandoned rusted constructions
</gallery>

== References ==
''* Please make sure that you give proper references of all external resources used.''

''* Do not use images of which you do not hold the copyright.''

''* Please add internet links to other resources if necessary.''

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Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-03T09:44:03Z

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'''''Please add the title of your case study here, adjust the map coordinates and replace the moa image with a characteristic image of your site'''''

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|-
| '''Name''' ||style="background:Lavender"| '' Liban Quarry''
|-
| '''Location''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Krakow''
|-
| '''Country''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Poland''
|-
| '''Authors''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Ilona Feklistova''
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|zoom=8
|centermarker=yes
|maptypecontrol=yes
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|largemapcontrol=yes
|scalecontrol=yes
}}
|}

== Rationale: Why is this case interesting? ==

The area known as Liban quarry is an abandoned limestone extraction site. Placed only within 2,5 km from historical center of Krakow, the site became a sanctuary for wild life within last thirty years. The area does not have any official status and protection, but it has particular characteristics that attracts local people including me to come here for recreation.
* ''Why did you select it?''
There are some relatively negative tendencies like eutrophication, spreading of invasive plants and overgrowing of valuable xerothermic plant communities. Thereby I want to make clear for myself as a landscape architecture if we should intervene in this kind of natural processes, even though it is an urban area, and if ‘yes’, where is the border between design and maintenance of the site and disturbing already established environment.
* ''Is it exemplary for a specific theme or a problem?''
Overall, it is related to technogenic landscapes, restoration and new functions of similar sites.
* ''In how far does it relate to your life?''
As you can see the site is placed in Poland,so it is not directly related to me and I had discovered it by accident during my research that was not related to that place. At the same time, it is possible to see many limestone quarries in Estonia with similar characteristics, some of them are abandoned, others will be out of use in the future, hence the issues can be relatively similar to Liban quarry.

== Author's perspective ==
''As a student of landscape architecture I want to understand what are the existing qualities of place, potentials and tendencies, and considering them to find better solution from ecological and social perspective ''

== Landscape and/or urban context of your case ==

The Liban quarry is a result of dramatic changes in topography made by human during the last century and natural process of last thirty years. As result, the area has a range of particular characteristics and values from bio-geographical as well as cultural standpoint.

*''Biogeography and dynamics''

''Topography is one of the most important characteristics of the site and contributes to the large diversity in biotopes. It is placed in Carpathian foredeep where base is formed by limestone plateau covered with glacial deposits. The experience of steep rocks reaching of 38 m changes with sun movement where the most dramatic can be seen the 'burning' rocks on South and contrasting shaded areas on North during the sunset.''

''The site is highly reach in biotopes; the area of Liban quarry serve as a refuge for water birds; upper meadows are highly diverse in plant species and provide habitat for many insects, birds and small mammals, woodlands bordering with quarry are mainly formed by broad-leaved species. Xerothermic grasslands characterize the site and are of great value.''

''The are also some negative tendencies, like erosion and landslides, spreading of invasive species, process of eutrophication in frequently flooded areas and overgrowing xerothermic grasslands with bushes.''

*''Cultural features''

''Due to topography the area was bypassed by any significant constructions. Used as industrial site during a century there can be still seen rusted constructions for limestone works. Even though they are not considered as valuable elements of cultural heritage, the contrast of form and color with green environment creates particular characteristics of the area. Also few of them form a landmark along with chimney of old industrial building placed at the entrance to the quarry.''

''The site was related to tragic events of II World War, where prisoners of Plaszow Labor Camp, placed within a half of kilometer, were working. In the northern part there can be seen a monument for 21 Poles, killed in quarry in 1944. In 1990s the Liban quarry became a 'scene' for filming 'Schindler's List' movie. There still can be found fake sets that became particular for the place (for ex. path with grave stones).''

''Next to the quarry, there is one of the oldest constructed elements in Krakow - the Krakus Mound. Being one of the highest points in the city it also contributes to the scale of the quarry, where difference between highest point of mound and lowest in quarry reaches 60m.''

* Illustration:
<gallery caption="Map; sketches; short descriptive analyses" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Plan Liban quarry.jpg|Plan of the area
File:Section Liban Quarry.jpg|Section (dimension, difference in height, views)
File:Landcover.jpg|The landcover
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Analytical drawings ==

<gallery caption="Natural dynamic versus cultural framework" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:Birch on railroad tracks.jpg|The formal railroad tracks turn out to be a perfect 'bed' for birch trees. There may be several factors: first, as result of laying the tracks certain land works were done where limestone was replaced with loose materials; second, the rails had become a 'trap' for tree seeds; third, rails kept the leaves and other organic materials that led to formation humus between the lines. As result, the root system of trees and trails in complex decreasing erosion and protect from landslides. The birches also form high narrow path space that lead along the cliff.
File:Gravestone paths.jpg|It is important to notice that grave stones were placed as a decoration for Schindler's List movie and are real. After the film was done the scenery were abounded and in last twenty years, as result of competition for sunlight the willow bushes had densely enclosed the paths thereby creating green tunnel by vertical structure and providing contrasting walking experience. The bared roots of willow is the results of changes in water level when place become inaccessible.
File:Rusted constructions.jpg| Formal functional constructions of industrial site had acquired aesthetic value in green environment. The elements work as focal point within the all area of quarry where it contrasts by color and form with nature. Also the dynamic form of surroundings interacts with static elements.
</gallery>

<gallery caption="Dynamic through the year" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Summer LS.jpg|In summer the area is very contrast where the domination of color refers to certain land cover; meadows stand out because of light green and yellow colors (result of dominative and invasive plant Solidago); the western upper part of the site is covered with dense broad-leaved forest and varies from light to dark green; the quarry is taken by hydrophilous plants like willows, poplar, common reed that give bluish color emphasized by shadow of northern cliff. Also strongly stand out rusted elements in contrast to green and blue.
File:AutumnLS.jpg|In autumn the area is colored to brownish tones and becomes more uniformed. Also the rusted elements merge with the surrounding in this period. The hidden stone path and lines of wooden beams come out in winter when the area becomes more exposed and monochromic .
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Projective drawings ==
* ''Please add four projective sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) for your case and take the following aspects into account:''
** ''How would you like this case to change in the near future? (in 1-2 years)'' will
** ''And how could it look like in 10-15 years?''

<gallery caption="Projective Drawings " widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:Echo.jpg|Concept plan. The area is dominated by pioneer species, that were able to colonize the damaged site. The biodiversity may be en-reached by presenting new species (compatible but not invasive) within the core area and provide moderate maintenance. Presumably, the new species will spread further contributing to biodiversity of the area.
File:Vision.jpg|Vision. Discovery of nature and experience of different dimension.
File:Hepatica.jpg| Short-term changes. The introduction of native species (like ''Hepatica'') can increase aesthetic characteristics of the site.
File:Panorama leban 20 years later.jpg| Long-term changes. As result of overgrowing, cliffs, objects and water surface will be enclosed by plants.
</gallery>

== Summary and conclusion ==
The frame created by human activity has contributed to establishment of new ecosystem in the urban environment, where ‘naturalness’ is the most valuable characteristic of the site – from ecological as well as aesthetic point of view. The area is in constant transformation where some processes can be seen as negative. Along with eutrophication and overgrown the area is limited within certain plant species (mainly pioneer plants) and the surrounding urban environment does not contribute to biodiversity.
The main concept of my design proposal ‘Echo’ is to make accessible and to manage only core area near the passageway, and decrease human involvement in direction to the cliffs. The core area will be a place where the new species will be introduced (that can be compatible, but not dominate) assuming that naturally they will spread further and increase biodiversity in whole area. The maintenance should be done on a piecemeal basis, with only small areas managed in any one year to ensure continuity of habitat. Thus, the site can provide restorative environment for human as well as sanctuary for wildlife.

== Image Gallery ==

<gallery caption="Image Gallery" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:IMG 6915.JPG|Areas of eutrophication
File:IMG 6881.JPG|Upper meadows (dominatio of ''Solidago'')
File:IMG 6826.JPG|Eastern cliffs
File:Panorama leban.jpg|Panorama from Krakus mound
File:IMG 5641.JPG|Krakus Mound
File:IMG 5465.jpg|Abandoned rusted constructions
</gallery>

== References ==
''* Please make sure that you give proper references of all external resources used.''

''* Do not use images of which you do not hold the copyright.''

''* Please add internet links to other resources if necessary.''

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File:IMG 5641.jpg

2013-12-03T09:43:16Z

Ilona.feklistova:

File:IMG 5465.jpg

2013-12-03T09:42:21Z

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File:IMG 5465.jpg

2013-12-03T09:42:13Z

Ilona.feklistova:

Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-03T09:37:25Z

Ilona.feklistova: /* Projective drawings */

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'''''Please add the title of your case study here, adjust the map coordinates and replace the moa image with a characteristic image of your site'''''

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| '''Name''' ||style="background:Lavender"| '' Liban Quarry''
|-
| '''Location''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Krakow''
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| '''Country''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Poland''
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| '''Authors''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Ilona Feklistova''
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== Rationale: Why is this case interesting? ==

The area known as Liban quarry is an abandoned limestone extraction site. Placed only within 2,5 km from historical center of Krakow, the site became a sanctuary for wild life within last thirty years. The area does not have any official status and protection, but it has particular characteristics that attracts local people including me to come here for recreation.
* ''Why did you select it?''
There are some relatively negative tendencies like eutrophication, spreading of invasive plants and overgrowing of valuable xerothermic plant communities. Thereby I want to make clear for myself as a landscape architecture if we should intervene in this kind of natural processes, even though it is an urban area, and if ‘yes’, where is the border between design and maintenance of the site and disturbing already established environment.
* ''Is it exemplary for a specific theme or a problem?''
Overall, it is related to technogenic landscapes, restoration and new functions of similar sites.
* ''In how far does it relate to your life?''
As you can see the site is placed in Poland,so it is not directly related to me and I had discovered it by accident during my research that was not related to that place. At the same time, it is possible to see many limestone quarries in Estonia with similar characteristics, some of them are abandoned, others will be out of use in the future, hence the issues can be relatively similar to Liban quarry.

== Author's perspective ==
''As a student of landscape architecture I want to understand what are the existing qualities of place, potentials and tendencies, and considering them to find better solution from ecological and social perspective ''

== Landscape and/or urban context of your case ==

The Liban quarry is a result of dramatic changes in topography made by human during the last century and natural process of last thirty years. As result, the area has a range of particular characteristics and values from bio-geographical as well as cultural standpoint.

*''Biogeography and dynamics''

''Topography is one of the most important characteristics of the site and contributes to the large diversity in biotopes. It is placed in Carpathian foredeep where base is formed by limestone plateau covered with glacial deposits. The experience of steep rocks reaching of 38 m changes with sun movement where the most dramatic can be seen the 'burning' rocks on South and contrasting shaded areas on North during the sunset.''

''The site is highly reach in biotopes; the area of Liban quarry serve as a refuge for water birds; upper meadows are highly diverse in plant species and provide habitat for many insects, birds and small mammals, woodlands bordering with quarry are mainly formed by broad-leaved species. Xerothermic grasslands characterize the site and are of great value.''

''The are also some negative tendencies, like erosion and landslides, spreading of invasive species, process of eutrophication in frequently flooded areas and overgrowing xerothermic grasslands with bushes.''

*''Cultural features''

''Due to topography the area was bypassed by any significant constructions. Used as industrial site during a century there can be still seen rusted constructions for limestone works. Even though they are not considered as valuable elements of cultural heritage, the contrast of form and color with green environment creates particular characteristics of the area. Also few of them form a landmark along with chimney of old industrial building placed at the entrance to the quarry.''

''The site was related to tragic events of II World War, where prisoners of Plaszow Labor Camp, placed within a half of kilometer, were working. In the northern part there can be seen a monument for 21 Poles, killed in quarry in 1944. In 1990s the Liban quarry became a 'scene' for filming 'Schindler's List' movie. There still can be found fake sets that became particular for the place (for ex. path with grave stones).''

''Next to the quarry, there is one of the oldest constructed elements in Krakow - the Krakus Mound. Being one of the highest points in the city it also contributes to the scale of the quarry, where difference between highest point of mound and lowest in quarry reaches 60m.''

* Illustration:
<gallery caption="Map; sketches; short descriptive analyses" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Plan Liban quarry.jpg|Plan of the area
File:Section Liban Quarry.jpg|Section (dimension, difference in height, views)
File:Landcover.jpg|The landcover
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Analytical drawings ==

<gallery caption="Natural dynamic versus cultural framework" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:Birch on railroad tracks.jpg|The formal railroad tracks turn out to be a perfect 'bed' for birch trees. There may be several factors: first, as result of laying the tracks certain land works were done where limestone was replaced with loose materials; second, the rails had become a 'trap' for tree seeds; third, rails kept the leaves and other organic materials that led to formation humus between the lines. As result, the root system of trees and trails in complex decreasing erosion and protect from landslides. The birches also form high narrow path space that lead along the cliff.
File:Gravestone paths.jpg|It is important to notice that grave stones were placed as a decoration for Schindler's List movie and are real. After the film was done the scenery were abounded and in last twenty years, as result of competition for sunlight the willow bushes had densely enclosed the paths thereby creating green tunnel by vertical structure and providing contrasting walking experience. The bared roots of willow is the results of changes in water level when place become inaccessible.
File:Rusted constructions.jpg| Formal functional constructions of industrial site had acquired aesthetic value in green environment. The elements work as focal point within the all area of quarry where it contrasts by color and form with nature. Also the dynamic form of surroundings interacts with static elements.
</gallery>

<gallery caption="Dynamic through the year" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Summer LS.jpg|In summer the area is very contrast where the domination of color refers to certain land cover; meadows stand out because of light green and yellow colors (result of dominative and invasive plant Solidago); the western upper part of the site is covered with dense broad-leaved forest and varies from light to dark green; the quarry is taken by hydrophilous plants like willows, poplar, common reed that give bluish color emphasized by shadow of northern cliff. Also strongly stand out rusted elements in contrast to green and blue.
File:AutumnLS.jpg|In autumn the area is colored to brownish tones and becomes more uniformed. Also the rusted elements merge with the surrounding in this period. The hidden stone path and lines of wooden beams come out in winter when the area becomes more exposed and monochromic .
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Projective drawings ==
* ''Please add four projective sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) for your case and take the following aspects into account:''
** ''How would you like this case to change in the near future? (in 1-2 years)'' will
** ''And how could it look like in 10-15 years?''

<gallery caption="Projective Drawings " widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:Echo.jpg|Concept plan. The area is dominated by pioneer species, that were able to colonize the damaged site. The biodiversity may be en-reached by presenting new species (compatible but not invasive) within the core area and provide moderate maintenance. Presumably, the new species will spread further contributing to biodiversity of the area.
File:Vision.jpg|Vision. Discovery of nature and experience of different dimension.
File:Hepatica.jpg| Short-term changes. The introduction of native species (like ''Hepatica'') can increase aesthetic characteristics of the site.
File:Panorama leban 20 years later.jpg| Long-term changes. As result of overgrowing, cliffs, objects and water surface will be enclosed by plants.
</gallery>

== Summary and conclusion ==
The frame created by human activity has contributed to establishment of new ecosystem in the urban environment, where ‘naturalness’ is the most valuable characteristic of the site – from ecological as well as aesthetic point of view. The area is in constant transformation where some processes can be seen as negative. Along with eutrophication and overgrown the area is limited within certain plant species (mainly pioneer plants) and the surrounding urban environment does not contribute to biodiversity.
The main concept of my design proposal ‘Echo’ is to make accessible and to manage only core area near the passageway, and decrease human involvement in direction to the cliffs. The core area will be a place where the new species will be introduced (that can be compatible, but not dominate) assuming that naturally they will spread further and increase biodiversity in whole area. The maintenance should be done on a piecemeal basis, with only small areas managed in any one year to ensure continuity of habitat. Thus, the site can provide restorative environment for human as well as sanctuary for wildlife.

== Image Gallery ==

<gallery caption="Image Gallery" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:IMG 6915.JPG|Areas of eutrophication
File:IMG 6881.JPG|Upper meadows (dominatio of ''Solidago'')
File:IMG 6826.JPG|Eastern cliffs
File:Panorama leban.jpg|Panorama from Krakus mound
File:IMG 5686.JPG|Krakus Mound
File:IMG 6882.JPG|Abandoned rusted constructions
</gallery>

== References ==
''* Please make sure that you give proper references of all external resources used.''

''* Do not use images of which you do not hold the copyright.''

''* Please add internet links to other resources if necessary.''

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Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-03T09:23:48Z

Ilona.feklistova: /* Projective drawings */

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'''''Please add the title of your case study here, adjust the map coordinates and replace the moa image with a characteristic image of your site'''''

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|-
| '''Name''' ||style="background:Lavender"| '' Liban Quarry''
|-
| '''Location''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Krakow''
|-
| '''Country''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Poland''
|-
| '''Authors''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Ilona Feklistova''
|-
| colspan="3" align="center" style="background:silver"| [[File:IMG 6821.JPG|300px]]
|-
| ||style="background:Lavender"|
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|width=300
|height=200
|lat=50.021119
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|zoom=8
|centermarker=yes
|maptypecontrol=yes
|overviewmapcontrol=yes
|largemapcontrol=yes
|scalecontrol=yes
}}
|}

== Rationale: Why is this case interesting? ==

The area known as Liban quarry is an abandoned limestone extraction site. Placed only within 2,5 km from historical center of Krakow, the site became a sanctuary for wild life within last thirty years. The area does not have any official status and protection, but it has particular characteristics that attracts local people including me to come here for recreation.
* ''Why did you select it?''
There are some relatively negative tendencies like eutrophication, spreading of invasive plants and overgrowing of valuable xerothermic plant communities. Thereby I want to make clear for myself as a landscape architecture if we should intervene in this kind of natural processes, even though it is an urban area, and if ‘yes’, where is the border between design and maintenance of the site and disturbing already established environment.
* ''Is it exemplary for a specific theme or a problem?''
Overall, it is related to technogenic landscapes, restoration and new functions of similar sites.
* ''In how far does it relate to your life?''
As you can see the site is placed in Poland,so it is not directly related to me and I had discovered it by accident during my research that was not related to that place. At the same time, it is possible to see many limestone quarries in Estonia with similar characteristics, some of them are abandoned, others will be out of use in the future, hence the issues can be relatively similar to Liban quarry.

== Author's perspective ==
''As a student of landscape architecture I want to understand what are the existing qualities of place, potentials and tendencies, and considering them to find better solution from ecological and social perspective ''

== Landscape and/or urban context of your case ==

The Liban quarry is a result of dramatic changes in topography made by human during the last century and natural process of last thirty years. As result, the area has a range of particular characteristics and values from bio-geographical as well as cultural standpoint.

*''Biogeography and dynamics''

''Topography is one of the most important characteristics of the site and contributes to the large diversity in biotopes. It is placed in Carpathian foredeep where base is formed by limestone plateau covered with glacial deposits. The experience of steep rocks reaching of 38 m changes with sun movement where the most dramatic can be seen the 'burning' rocks on South and contrasting shaded areas on North during the sunset.''

''The site is highly reach in biotopes; the area of Liban quarry serve as a refuge for water birds; upper meadows are highly diverse in plant species and provide habitat for many insects, birds and small mammals, woodlands bordering with quarry are mainly formed by broad-leaved species. Xerothermic grasslands characterize the site and are of great value.''

''The are also some negative tendencies, like erosion and landslides, spreading of invasive species, process of eutrophication in frequently flooded areas and overgrowing xerothermic grasslands with bushes.''

*''Cultural features''

''Due to topography the area was bypassed by any significant constructions. Used as industrial site during a century there can be still seen rusted constructions for limestone works. Even though they are not considered as valuable elements of cultural heritage, the contrast of form and color with green environment creates particular characteristics of the area. Also few of them form a landmark along with chimney of old industrial building placed at the entrance to the quarry.''

''The site was related to tragic events of II World War, where prisoners of Plaszow Labor Camp, placed within a half of kilometer, were working. In the northern part there can be seen a monument for 21 Poles, killed in quarry in 1944. In 1990s the Liban quarry became a 'scene' for filming 'Schindler's List' movie. There still can be found fake sets that became particular for the place (for ex. path with grave stones).''

''Next to the quarry, there is one of the oldest constructed elements in Krakow - the Krakus Mound. Being one of the highest points in the city it also contributes to the scale of the quarry, where difference between highest point of mound and lowest in quarry reaches 60m.''

* Illustration:
<gallery caption="Map; sketches; short descriptive analyses" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Plan Liban quarry.jpg|Plan of the area
File:Section Liban Quarry.jpg|Section (dimension, difference in height, views)
File:Landcover.jpg|The landcover
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Analytical drawings ==

<gallery caption="Natural dynamic versus cultural framework" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:Birch on railroad tracks.jpg|The formal railroad tracks turn out to be a perfect 'bed' for birch trees. There may be several factors: first, as result of laying the tracks certain land works were done where limestone was replaced with loose materials; second, the rails had become a 'trap' for tree seeds; third, rails kept the leaves and other organic materials that led to formation humus between the lines. As result, the root system of trees and trails in complex decreasing erosion and protect from landslides. The birches also form high narrow path space that lead along the cliff.
File:Gravestone paths.jpg|It is important to notice that grave stones were placed as a decoration for Schindler's List movie and are real. After the film was done the scenery were abounded and in last twenty years, as result of competition for sunlight the willow bushes had densely enclosed the paths thereby creating green tunnel by vertical structure and providing contrasting walking experience. The bared roots of willow is the results of changes in water level when place become inaccessible.
File:Rusted constructions.jpg| Formal functional constructions of industrial site had acquired aesthetic value in green environment. The elements work as focal point within the all area of quarry where it contrasts by color and form with nature. Also the dynamic form of surroundings interacts with static elements.
</gallery>

<gallery caption="Dynamic through the year" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Summer LS.jpg|In summer the area is very contrast where the domination of color refers to certain land cover; meadows stand out because of light green and yellow colors (result of dominative and invasive plant Solidago); the western upper part of the site is covered with dense broad-leaved forest and varies from light to dark green; the quarry is taken by hydrophilous plants like willows, poplar, common reed that give bluish color emphasized by shadow of northern cliff. Also strongly stand out rusted elements in contrast to green and blue.
File:AutumnLS.jpg|In autumn the area is colored to brownish tones and becomes more uniformed. Also the rusted elements merge with the surrounding in this period. The hidden stone path and lines of wooden beams come out in winter when the area becomes more exposed and monochromic .
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Projective drawings ==
* ''Please add four projective sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) for your case and take the following aspects into account:''
** ''How would you like this case to change in the near future? (in 1-2 years)''
** ''And how could it look like in 10-15 years?''

<gallery caption="Projective Drawings " widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:Echo.jpg|Concept plan. The area is dominated by pioneer species, that were able to colonize the damaged site. The biodiversity may be en-reached by presenting new species (compatible but not invasive) within the core area and provide moderate maintenance. Presumably, the new species will spread further contributing to biodiversity of the area.
File:Vision.jpg|Discovery and experience of different dimension.
File:Hepatica.jpg|Area in 20 years, maintained
File:Panorama leban 20 years later.jpg|Area in 20 years, where it will s
</gallery>

== Summary and conclusion ==
The frame created by human activity has contributed to establishment of new ecosystem in the urban environment, where ‘naturalness’ is the most valuable characteristic of the site – from ecological as well as aesthetic point of view. The area is in constant transformation where some processes can be seen as negative. Along with eutrophication and overgrown the area is limited within certain plant species (mainly pioneer plants) and the surrounding urban environment does not contribute to biodiversity.
The main concept of my design proposal ‘Echo’ is to make accessible and to manage only core area near the passageway, and decrease human involvement in direction to the cliffs. The core area will be a place where the new species will be introduced (that can be compatible, but not dominate) assuming that naturally they will spread further and increase biodiversity in whole area. The maintenance should be done on a piecemeal basis, with only small areas managed in any one year to ensure continuity of habitat. Thus, the site can provide restorative environment for human as well as sanctuary for wildlife.

== Image Gallery ==

<gallery caption="Image Gallery" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:IMG 6915.JPG|Areas of eutrophication
File:IMG 6881.JPG|Upper meadows (dominatio of ''Solidago'')
File:IMG 6826.JPG|Eastern cliffs
File:Panorama leban.jpg|Panorama from Krakus mound
File:IMG 5686.JPG|Krakus Mound
File:IMG 6882.JPG|Abandoned rusted constructions
</gallery>

== References ==
''* Please make sure that you give proper references of all external resources used.''

''* Do not use images of which you do not hold the copyright.''

''* Please add internet links to other resources if necessary.''

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File:Hepatica.jpg

2013-12-03T09:20:29Z

Ilona.feklistova:

File:Panorama leban 20 years later.jpg

2013-12-03T09:19:22Z

Ilona.feklistova:

Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-02T23:49:32Z

Ilona.feklistova: /* Projective drawings */

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'''''Please add the title of your case study here, adjust the map coordinates and replace the moa image with a characteristic image of your site'''''

{| align="right" width="300pt" style="background:Gainsboro; color:black"
|-
| '''Name''' ||style="background:Lavender"| '' Liban Quarry''
|-
| '''Location''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Krakow''
|-
| '''Country''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Poland''
|-
| '''Authors''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Ilona Feklistova''
|-
| colspan="3" align="center" style="background:silver"| [[File:IMG 6821.JPG|300px]]
|-
| ||style="background:Lavender"|
|-
| colspan="3" align="center" style="background:silver"| {{#widget:GoogleMaps
|width=300
|height=200
|lat=50.021119
|lng=19.572334
|zoom=8
|centermarker=yes
|maptypecontrol=yes
|overviewmapcontrol=yes
|largemapcontrol=yes
|scalecontrol=yes
}}
|}

== Rationale: Why is this case interesting? ==

The area known as Liban quarry is an abandoned limestone extraction site. Placed only within 2,5 km from historical center of Krakow, the site became a sanctuary for wild life within last thirty years. The area does not have any official status and protection, but it has particular characteristics that attracts local people including me to come here for recreation.
* ''Why did you select it?''
There are some relatively negative tendencies like eutrophication, spreading of invasive plants and overgrowing of valuable xerothermic plant communities. Thereby I want to make clear for myself as a landscape architecture if we should intervene in this kind of natural processes, even though it is an urban area, and if ‘yes’, where is the border between design and maintenance of the site and disturbing already established environment.
* ''Is it exemplary for a specific theme or a problem?''
Overall, it is related to technogenic landscapes, restoration and new functions of similar sites.
* ''In how far does it relate to your life?''
As you can see the site is placed in Poland,so it is not directly related to me and I had discovered it by accident during my research that was not related to that place. At the same time, it is possible to see many limestone quarries in Estonia with similar characteristics, some of them are abandoned, others will be out of use in the future, hence the issues can be relatively similar to Liban quarry.

== Author's perspective ==
''As a student of landscape architecture I want to understand what are the existing qualities of place, potentials and tendencies, and considering them to find better solution from ecological and social perspective ''

== Landscape and/or urban context of your case ==

The Liban quarry is a result of dramatic changes in topography made by human during the last century and natural process of last thirty years. As result, the area has a range of particular characteristics and values from bio-geographical as well as cultural standpoint.

*''Biogeography and dynamics''

''Topography is one of the most important characteristics of the site and contributes to the large diversity in biotopes. It is placed in Carpathian foredeep where base is formed by limestone plateau covered with glacial deposits. The experience of steep rocks reaching of 38 m changes with sun movement where the most dramatic can be seen the 'burning' rocks on South and contrasting shaded areas on North during the sunset.''

''The site is highly reach in biotopes; the area of Liban quarry serve as a refuge for water birds; upper meadows are highly diverse in plant species and provide habitat for many insects, birds and small mammals, woodlands bordering with quarry are mainly formed by broad-leaved species. Xerothermic grasslands characterize the site and are of great value.''

''The are also some negative tendencies, like erosion and landslides, spreading of invasive species, process of eutrophication in frequently flooded areas and overgrowing xerothermic grasslands with bushes.''

*''Cultural features''

''Due to topography the area was bypassed by any significant constructions. Used as industrial site during a century there can be still seen rusted constructions for limestone works. Even though they are not considered as valuable elements of cultural heritage, the contrast of form and color with green environment creates particular characteristics of the area. Also few of them form a landmark along with chimney of old industrial building placed at the entrance to the quarry.''

''The site was related to tragic events of II World War, where prisoners of Plaszow Labor Camp, placed within a half of kilometer, were working. In the northern part there can be seen a monument for 21 Poles, killed in quarry in 1944. In 1990s the Liban quarry became a 'scene' for filming 'Schindler's List' movie. There still can be found fake sets that became particular for the place (for ex. path with grave stones).''

''Next to the quarry, there is one of the oldest constructed elements in Krakow - the Krakus Mound. Being one of the highest points in the city it also contributes to the scale of the quarry, where difference between highest point of mound and lowest in quarry reaches 60m.''

* Illustration:
<gallery caption="Map; sketches; short descriptive analyses" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Plan Liban quarry.jpg|Plan of the area
File:Section Liban Quarry.jpg|Section (dimension, difference in height, views)
File:Landcover.jpg|The landcover
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Analytical drawings ==

<gallery caption="Natural dynamic versus cultural framework" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:Birch on railroad tracks.jpg|The formal railroad tracks turn out to be a perfect 'bed' for birch trees. There may be several factors: first, as result of laying the tracks certain land works were done where limestone was replaced with loose materials; second, the rails had become a 'trap' for tree seeds; third, rails kept the leaves and other organic materials that led to formation humus between the lines. As result, the root system of trees and trails in complex decreasing erosion and protect from landslides. The birches also form high narrow path space that lead along the cliff.
File:Gravestone paths.jpg|It is important to notice that grave stones were placed as a decoration for Schindler's List movie and are real. After the film was done the scenery were abounded and in last twenty years, as result of competition for sunlight the willow bushes had densely enclosed the paths thereby creating green tunnel by vertical structure and providing contrasting walking experience. The bared roots of willow is the results of changes in water level when place become inaccessible.
File:Rusted constructions.jpg| Formal functional constructions of industrial site had acquired aesthetic value in green environment. The elements work as focal point within the all area of quarry where it contrasts by color and form with nature. Also the dynamic form of surroundings interacts with static elements.
</gallery>

<gallery caption="Dynamic through the year" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Summer LS.jpg|In summer the area is very contrast where the domination of color refers to certain land cover; meadows stand out because of light green and yellow colors (result of dominative and invasive plant Solidago); the western upper part of the site is covered with dense broad-leaved forest and varies from light to dark green; the quarry is taken by hydrophilous plants like willows, poplar, common reed that give bluish color emphasized by shadow of northern cliff. Also strongly stand out rusted elements in contrast to green and blue.
File:AutumnLS.jpg|In autumn the area is colored to brownish tones and becomes more uniformed. Also the rusted elements merge with the surrounding in this period. The hidden stone path and lines of wooden beams come out in winter when the area becomes more exposed and monochromic .
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Projective drawings ==
* ''Please add four projective sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) for your case and take the following aspects into account:''
** ''How would you like this case to change in the near future? (in 1-2 years)''
** ''And how could it look like in 10-15 years?''

<gallery caption="Projective Drawings " widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:Echo.jpg|Concept plan. The area is dominated by pioneer species, that were able to colonize the damaged site. The biodiversity may be en-reached by presenting new species (compatible but not invasive) within the core area and provide moderate maintenance. Presumably, the new species will spread further contributing to biodiversity of the area.
File:Vision.jpg|Discovery and experience of different dimension.
Image:yourfilename3.jpg|Area in 20 years, maintained
Image:yourfilename4.jpg|Area in 20 years, unmaintained
</gallery>

== Summary and conclusion ==
The frame created by human activity has contributed to establishment of new ecosystem in the urban environment, where ‘naturalness’ is the most valuable characteristic of the site – from ecological as well as aesthetic point of view. The area is in constant transformation where some processes can be seen as negative. Along with eutrophication and overgrown the area is limited within certain plant species (mainly pioneer plants) and the surrounding urban environment does not contribute to biodiversity.
The main concept of my design proposal ‘Echo’ is to make accessible and to manage only core area near the passageway, and decrease human involvement in direction to the cliffs. The core area will be a place where the new species will be introduced (that can be compatible, but not dominate) assuming that naturally they will spread further and increase biodiversity in whole area. The maintenance should be done on a piecemeal basis, with only small areas managed in any one year to ensure continuity of habitat. Thus, the site can provide restorative environment for human as well as sanctuary for wildlife.

== Image Gallery ==

<gallery caption="Image Gallery" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:IMG 6915.JPG|Areas of eutrophication
File:IMG 6881.JPG|Upper meadows (dominatio of ''Solidago'')
File:IMG 6826.JPG|Eastern cliffs
File:Panorama leban.jpg|Panorama from Krakus mound
File:IMG 5686.JPG|Krakus Mound
File:IMG 6882.JPG|Abandoned rusted constructions
</gallery>

== References ==
''* Please make sure that you give proper references of all external resources used.''

''* Do not use images of which you do not hold the copyright.''

''* Please add internet links to other resources if necessary.''

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Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-02T23:18:57Z

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| '''Name''' ||style="background:Lavender"| '' Liban Quarry''
|-
| '''Location''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Krakow''
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| '''Country''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Poland''
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| '''Authors''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Ilona Feklistova''
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== Rationale: Why is this case interesting? ==

The area known as Liban quarry is an abandoned limestone extraction site. Placed only within 2,5 km from historical center of Krakow, the site became a sanctuary for wild life within last thirty years. The area does not have any official status and protection, but it has particular characteristics that attracts local people including me to come here for recreation.
* ''Why did you select it?''
There are some relatively negative tendencies like eutrophication, spreading of invasive plants and overgrowing of valuable xerothermic plant communities. Thereby I want to make clear for myself as a landscape architecture if we should intervene in this kind of natural processes, even though it is an urban area, and if ‘yes’, where is the border between design and maintenance of the site and disturbing already established environment.
* ''Is it exemplary for a specific theme or a problem?''
Overall, it is related to technogenic landscapes, restoration and new functions of similar sites.
* ''In how far does it relate to your life?''
As you can see the site is placed in Poland,so it is not directly related to me and I had discovered it by accident during my research that was not related to that place. At the same time, it is possible to see many limestone quarries in Estonia with similar characteristics, some of them are abandoned, others will be out of use in the future, hence the issues can be relatively similar to Liban quarry.

== Author's perspective ==
''As a student of landscape architecture I want to understand what are the existing qualities of place, potentials and tendencies, and considering them to find better solution from ecological and social perspective ''

== Landscape and/or urban context of your case ==

The Liban quarry is a result of dramatic changes in topography made by human during the last century and natural process of last thirty years. As result, the area has a range of particular characteristics and values from bio-geographical as well as cultural standpoint.

*''Biogeography and dynamics''

''Topography is one of the most important characteristics of the site and contributes to the large diversity in biotopes. It is placed in Carpathian foredeep where base is formed by limestone plateau covered with glacial deposits. The experience of steep rocks reaching of 38 m changes with sun movement where the most dramatic can be seen the 'burning' rocks on South and contrasting shaded areas on North during the sunset.''

''The site is highly reach in biotopes; the area of Liban quarry serve as a refuge for water birds; upper meadows are highly diverse in plant species and provide habitat for many insects, birds and small mammals, woodlands bordering with quarry are mainly formed by broad-leaved species. Xerothermic grasslands characterize the site and are of great value.''

''The are also some negative tendencies, like erosion and landslides, spreading of invasive species, process of eutrophication in frequently flooded areas and overgrowing xerothermic grasslands with bushes.''

*''Cultural features''

''Due to topography the area was bypassed by any significant constructions. Used as industrial site during a century there can be still seen rusted constructions for limestone works. Even though they are not considered as valuable elements of cultural heritage, the contrast of form and color with green environment creates particular characteristics of the area. Also few of them form a landmark along with chimney of old industrial building placed at the entrance to the quarry.''

''The site was related to tragic events of II World War, where prisoners of Plaszow Labor Camp, placed within a half of kilometer, were working. In the northern part there can be seen a monument for 21 Poles, killed in quarry in 1944. In 1990s the Liban quarry became a 'scene' for filming 'Schindler's List' movie. There still can be found fake sets that became particular for the place (for ex. path with grave stones).''

''Next to the quarry, there is one of the oldest constructed elements in Krakow - the Krakus Mound. Being one of the highest points in the city it also contributes to the scale of the quarry, where difference between highest point of mound and lowest in quarry reaches 60m.''

* Illustration:
<gallery caption="Map; sketches; short descriptive analyses" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Plan Liban quarry.jpg|Plan of the area
File:Section Liban Quarry.jpg|Section (dimension, difference in height, views)
File:Landcover.jpg|The landcover
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Analytical drawings ==

<gallery caption="Natural dynamic versus cultural framework" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:Birch on railroad tracks.jpg|The formal railroad tracks turn out to be a perfect 'bed' for birch trees. There may be several factors: first, as result of laying the tracks certain land works were done where limestone was replaced with loose materials; second, the rails had become a 'trap' for tree seeds; third, rails kept the leaves and other organic materials that led to formation humus between the lines. As result, the root system of trees and trails in complex decreasing erosion and protect from landslides. The birches also form high narrow path space that lead along the cliff.
File:Gravestone paths.jpg|It is important to notice that grave stones were placed as a decoration for Schindler's List movie and are real. After the film was done the scenery were abounded and in last twenty years, as result of competition for sunlight the willow bushes had densely enclosed the paths thereby creating green tunnel by vertical structure and providing contrasting walking experience. The bared roots of willow is the results of changes in water level when place become inaccessible.
File:Rusted constructions.jpg| Formal functional constructions of industrial site had acquired aesthetic value in green environment. The elements work as focal point within the all area of quarry where it contrasts by color and form with nature. Also the dynamic form of surroundings interacts with static elements.
</gallery>

<gallery caption="Dynamic through the year" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Summer LS.jpg|In summer the area is very contrast where the domination of color refers to certain land cover; meadows stand out because of light green and yellow colors (result of dominative and invasive plant Solidago); the western upper part of the site is covered with dense broad-leaved forest and varies from light to dark green; the quarry is taken by hydrophilous plants like willows, poplar, common reed that give bluish color emphasized by shadow of northern cliff. Also strongly stand out rusted elements in contrast to green and blue.
File:AutumnLS.jpg|In autumn the area is colored to brownish tones and becomes more uniformed. Also the rusted elements merge with the surrounding in this period. The hidden stone path and lines of wooden beams come out in winter when the area becomes more exposed and monochromic .
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Projective drawings ==
* ''Please add four projective sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) for your case and take the following aspects into account:''
** ''How would you like this case to change in the near future? (in 1-2 years)''
** ''And how could it look like in 10-15 years?''

<gallery caption="Projective Drawings " widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:Echo.jpg|Concept plan. The area is dominated by pioneer species, that were able to colonize the damaged site. The biodiversity may be en-reached by presenting new species (compatible but not invasive) within the core area and provide moderate maintenance. Presumably, the new species will spread further contributing to biodiversity of the area.
File:Vision.jpg|Discovery and experience of different dimension.
Image:yourfilename3.jpg|projective drawing 3
Image:yourfilename4.jpg|projective drawing 4
</gallery>

== Summary and conclusion ==
The frame created by human activity has contributed to establishment of new ecosystem in the urban environment, where ‘naturalness’ is the most valuable characteristic of the site – from ecological as well as aesthetic point of view. The area is in constant transformation where some processes can be seen as negative. Along with eutrophication and overgrown the area is limited within certain plant species (mainly pioneer plants) and the surrounding urban environment does not contribute to biodiversity.
The main concept of my design proposal ‘Echo’ is to make accessible and to manage only core area near the passageway, and decrease human involvement in direction to the cliffs. The core area will be a place where the new species will be introduced (that can be compatible, but not dominate) assuming that naturally they will spread further and increase biodiversity in whole area. The maintenance should be done on a piecemeal basis, with only small areas managed in any one year to ensure continuity of habitat. Thus, the site can provide restorative environment for human as well as sanctuary for wildlife.

== Image Gallery ==

<gallery caption="Image Gallery" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:IMG 6915.JPG|Areas of eutrophication
File:IMG 6881.JPG|Upper meadows (dominatio of ''Solidago'')
File:IMG 6826.JPG|Eastern cliffs
File:Panorama leban.jpg|Panorama from Krakus mound
File:IMG 5686.JPG|Krakus Mound
File:IMG 6882.JPG|Abandoned rusted constructions
</gallery>

== References ==
''* Please make sure that you give proper references of all external resources used.''

''* Do not use images of which you do not hold the copyright.''

''* Please add internet links to other resources if necessary.''

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File:Vision.jpg

2013-12-02T23:14:46Z

Ilona.feklistova:

Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-02T22:12:13Z

Ilona.feklistova: /* Projective drawings */

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'''''Please add the title of your case study here, adjust the map coordinates and replace the moa image with a characteristic image of your site'''''

{| align="right" width="300pt" style="background:Gainsboro; color:black"
|-
| '''Name''' ||style="background:Lavender"| '' Liban Quarry''
|-
| '''Location''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Krakow''
|-
| '''Country''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Poland''
|-
| '''Authors''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Ilona Feklistova''
|-
| colspan="3" align="center" style="background:silver"| [[File:IMG 6821.JPG|300px]]
|-
| ||style="background:Lavender"|
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|width=300
|height=200
|lat=50.021119
|lng=19.572334
|zoom=8
|centermarker=yes
|maptypecontrol=yes
|overviewmapcontrol=yes
|largemapcontrol=yes
|scalecontrol=yes
}}
|}

== Rationale: Why is this case interesting? ==

The area known as Liban quarry is an abandoned limestone extraction site. Placed only within 2,5 km from historical center of Krakow, the site became a sanctuary for wild life within last thirty years. The area does not have any official status and protection, but it has particular characteristics that attracts local people including me to come here for recreation.
* ''Why did you select it?''
There are some relatively negative tendencies like eutrophication, spreading of invasive plants and overgrowing of valuable xerothermic plant communities. Thereby I want to make clear for myself as a landscape architecture if we should intervene in this kind of natural processes, even though it is an urban area, and if ‘yes’, where is the border between design and maintenance of the site and disturbing already established environment.
* ''Is it exemplary for a specific theme or a problem?''
Overall, it is related to technogenic landscapes, restoration and new functions of similar sites.
* ''In how far does it relate to your life?''
As you can see the site is placed in Poland,so it is not directly related to me and I had discovered it by accident during my research that was not related to that place. At the same time, it is possible to see many limestone quarries in Estonia with similar characteristics, some of them are abandoned, others will be out of use in the future, hence the issues can be relatively similar to Liban quarry.

== Author's perspective ==
''As a student of landscape architecture I want to understand what are the existing qualities of place, potentials and tendencies, and considering them to find better solution from ecological and social perspective ''

== Landscape and/or urban context of your case ==

The Liban quarry is a result of dramatic changes in topography made by human during the last century and natural process of last thirty years. As result, the area has a range of particular characteristics and values from bio-geographical as well as cultural standpoint.

*''Biogeography and dynamics''

''Topography is one of the most important characteristics of the site and contributes to the large diversity in biotopes. It is placed in Carpathian foredeep where base is formed by limestone plateau covered with glacial deposits. The experience of steep rocks reaching of 38 m changes with sun movement where the most dramatic can be seen the 'burning' rocks on South and contrasting shaded areas on North during the sunset.''

''The site is highly reach in biotopes; the area of Liban quarry serve as a refuge for water birds; upper meadows are highly diverse in plant species and provide habitat for many insects, birds and small mammals, woodlands bordering with quarry are mainly formed by broad-leaved species. Xerothermic grasslands characterize the site and are of great value.''

''The are also some negative tendencies, like erosion and landslides, spreading of invasive species, process of eutrophication in frequently flooded areas and overgrowing xerothermic grasslands with bushes.''

*''Cultural features''

''Due to topography the area was bypassed by any significant constructions. Used as industrial site during a century there can be still seen rusted constructions for limestone works. Even though they are not considered as valuable elements of cultural heritage, the contrast of form and color with green environment creates particular characteristics of the area. Also few of them form a landmark along with chimney of old industrial building placed at the entrance to the quarry.''

''The site was related to tragic events of II World War, where prisoners of Plaszow Labor Camp, placed within a half of kilometer, were working. In the northern part there can be seen a monument for 21 Poles, killed in quarry in 1944. In 1990s the Liban quarry became a 'scene' for filming 'Schindler's List' movie. There still can be found fake sets that became particular for the place (for ex. path with grave stones).''

''Next to the quarry, there is one of the oldest constructed elements in Krakow - the Krakus Mound. Being one of the highest points in the city it also contributes to the scale of the quarry, where difference between highest point of mound and lowest in quarry reaches 60m.''

* Illustration:
<gallery caption="Map; sketches; short descriptive analyses" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Plan Liban quarry.jpg|Plan of the area
File:Section Liban Quarry.jpg|Section (dimension, difference in height, views)
File:Landcover.jpg|The landcover
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Analytical drawings ==

<gallery caption="Natural dynamic versus cultural framework" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:Birch on railroad tracks.jpg|The formal railroad tracks turn out to be a perfect 'bed' for birch trees. There may be several factors: first, as result of laying the tracks certain land works were done where limestone was replaced with loose materials; second, the rails had become a 'trap' for tree seeds; third, rails kept the leaves and other organic materials that led to formation humus between the lines. As result, the root system of trees and trails in complex decreasing erosion and protect from landslides. The birches also form high narrow path space that lead along the cliff.
File:Gravestone paths.jpg|It is important to notice that grave stones were placed as a decoration for Schindler's List movie and are real. After the film was done the scenery were abounded and in last twenty years, as result of competition for sunlight the willow bushes had densely enclosed the paths thereby creating green tunnel by vertical structure and providing contrasting walking experience. The bared roots of willow is the results of changes in water level when place become inaccessible.
File:Rusted constructions.jpg| Formal functional constructions of industrial site had acquired aesthetic value in green environment. The elements work as focal point within the all area of quarry where it contrasts by color and form with nature. Also the dynamic form of surroundings interacts with static elements.
</gallery>

<gallery caption="Dynamic through the year" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Summer LS.jpg|In summer the area is very contrast where the domination of color refers to certain land cover; meadows stand out because of light green and yellow colors (result of dominative and invasive plant Solidago); the western upper part of the site is covered with dense broad-leaved forest and varies from light to dark green; the quarry is taken by hydrophilous plants like willows, poplar, common reed that give bluish color emphasized by shadow of northern cliff. Also strongly stand out rusted elements in contrast to green and blue.
File:AutumnLS.jpg|In autumn the area is colored to brownish tones and becomes more uniformed. Also the rusted elements merge with the surrounding in this period. The hidden stone path and lines of wooden beams come out in winter when the area becomes more exposed and monochromic .
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Projective drawings ==
* ''Please add four projective sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) for your case and take the following aspects into account:''
** ''How would you like this case to change in the near future? (in 1-2 years)''
** ''And how could it look like in 10-15 years?''

<gallery caption="Projective Drawings " widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:Echo.jpg|Concept plan. The area is dominated by pioneer species, that were able to colonize the damaged site. The biodiversity may be en-reached by presenting new species (compatible but not invasive) within the core area and provide moderate maintenance. Presumably, the new species will spread further contributing to biodiversity of the area.
Image:yourfilename2.jpg|projective drawing 2
Image:yourfilename3.jpg|projective drawing 3
Image:yourfilename4.jpg|projective drawing 4
</gallery>

== Summary and conclusion ==
The frame created by human activity has contributed to establishment of new ecosystem in the urban environment, where ‘naturalness’ is the most valuable characteristic of the site – from ecological as well as aesthetic point of view. The area is in constant transformation where some processes can be seen as negative. Along with eutrophication and overgrown the area is limited within certain plant species (mainly pioneer plants) and the surrounding urban environment does not contribute to biodiversity.
The main concept of my design proposal ‘Echo’ is to make accessible and to manage only core area near the passageway, and decrease human involvement in direction to the cliffs. The core area will be a place where the new species will be introduced (that can be compatible, but not dominate) assuming that naturally they will spread further and increase biodiversity in whole area. The maintenance should be done on a piecemeal basis, with only small areas managed in any one year to ensure continuity of habitat. Thus, the site can provide restorative environment for human as well as sanctuary for wildlife.

== Image Gallery ==

<gallery caption="Image Gallery" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:IMG 6915.JPG|Areas of eutrophication
File:IMG 6881.JPG|Upper meadows (dominatio of ''Solidago'')
File:IMG 6826.JPG|Eastern cliffs
File:Panorama leban.jpg|Panorama from Krakus mound
File:IMG 5686.JPG|Krakus Mound
File:IMG 6882.JPG|Abandoned rusted constructions
</gallery>

== References ==
''* Please make sure that you give proper references of all external resources used.''

''* Do not use images of which you do not hold the copyright.''

''* Please add internet links to other resources if necessary.''

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File:Echo.jpg

2013-12-02T22:02:19Z

Ilona.feklistova: The concept is to introduce new species (competitive, but not dominative)and provide management within core area. Further spread will be a part of natural process.

The concept is to introduce new species (competitive, but not dominative)and provide management within core area. Further spread will be a part of natural process.

Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-02T20:46:02Z

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'''''Please add the title of your case study here, adjust the map coordinates and replace the moa image with a characteristic image of your site'''''

{| align="right" width="300pt" style="background:Gainsboro; color:black"
|-
| '''Name''' ||style="background:Lavender"| '' Liban Quarry''
|-
| '''Location''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Krakow''
|-
| '''Country''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Poland''
|-
| '''Authors''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Ilona Feklistova''
|-
| colspan="3" align="center" style="background:silver"| [[File:IMG 6821.JPG|300px]]
|-
| ||style="background:Lavender"|
|-
| colspan="3" align="center" style="background:silver"| {{#widget:GoogleMaps
|width=300
|height=200
|lat=50.021119
|lng=19.572334
|zoom=8
|centermarker=yes
|maptypecontrol=yes
|overviewmapcontrol=yes
|largemapcontrol=yes
|scalecontrol=yes
}}
|}

== Rationale: Why is this case interesting? ==

The area known as Liban quarry is an abandoned limestone extraction site. Placed only within 2,5 km from historical center of Krakow, the site became a sanctuary for wild life within last thirty years. The area does not have any official status and protection, but it has particular characteristics that attracts local people including me to come here for recreation.
* ''Why did you select it?''
There are some relatively negative tendencies like eutrophication, spreading of invasive plants and overgrowing of valuable xerothermic plant communities. Thereby I want to make clear for myself as a landscape architecture if we should intervene in this kind of natural processes, even though it is an urban area, and if ‘yes’, where is the border between design and maintenance of the site and disturbing already established environment.
* ''Is it exemplary for a specific theme or a problem?''
Overall, it is related to technogenic landscapes, restoration and new functions of similar sites.
* ''In how far does it relate to your life?''
As you can see the site is placed in Poland,so it is not directly related to me and I had discovered it by accident during my research that was not related to that place. At the same time, it is possible to see many limestone quarries in Estonia with similar characteristics, some of them are abandoned, others will be out of use in the future, hence the issues can be relatively similar to Liban quarry.

== Author's perspective ==
''As a student of landscape architecture I want to understand what are the existing qualities of place, potentials and tendencies, and considering them to find better solution from ecological and social perspective ''

== Landscape and/or urban context of your case ==

The Liban quarry is a result of dramatic changes in topography made by human during the last century and natural process of last thirty years. As result, the area has a range of particular characteristics and values from bio-geographical as well as cultural standpoint.

*''Biogeography and dynamics''

''Topography is one of the most important characteristics of the site and contributes to the large diversity in biotopes. It is placed in Carpathian foredeep where base is formed by limestone plateau covered with glacial deposits. The experience of steep rocks reaching of 38 m changes with sun movement where the most dramatic can be seen the 'burning' rocks on South and contrasting shaded areas on North during the sunset.''

''The site is highly reach in biotopes; the area of Liban quarry serve as a refuge for water birds; upper meadows are highly diverse in plant species and provide habitat for many insects, birds and small mammals, woodlands bordering with quarry are mainly formed by broad-leaved species. Xerothermic grasslands characterize the site and are of great value.''

''The are also some negative tendencies, like erosion and landslides, spreading of invasive species, process of eutrophication in frequently flooded areas and overgrowing xerothermic grasslands with bushes.''

*''Cultural features''

''Due to topography the area was bypassed by any significant constructions. Used as industrial site during a century there can be still seen rusted constructions for limestone works. Even though they are not considered as valuable elements of cultural heritage, the contrast of form and color with green environment creates particular characteristics of the area. Also few of them form a landmark along with chimney of old industrial building placed at the entrance to the quarry.''

''The site was related to tragic events of II World War, where prisoners of Plaszow Labor Camp, placed within a half of kilometer, were working. In the northern part there can be seen a monument for 21 Poles, killed in quarry in 1944. In 1990s the Liban quarry became a 'scene' for filming 'Schindler's List' movie. There still can be found fake sets that became particular for the place (for ex. path with grave stones).''

''Next to the quarry, there is one of the oldest constructed elements in Krakow - the Krakus Mound. Being one of the highest points in the city it also contributes to the scale of the quarry, where difference between highest point of mound and lowest in quarry reaches 60m.''

* Illustration:
<gallery caption="Map; sketches; short descriptive analyses" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Plan Liban quarry.jpg|Plan of the area
File:Section Liban Quarry.jpg|Section (dimension, difference in height, views)
File:Landcover.jpg|The landcover
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Analytical drawings ==

<gallery caption="Natural dynamic versus cultural framework" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:Birch on railroad tracks.jpg|The formal railroad tracks turn out to be a perfect 'bed' for birch trees. There may be several factors: first, as result of laying the tracks certain land works were done where limestone was replaced with loose materials; second, the rails had become a 'trap' for tree seeds; third, rails kept the leaves and other organic materials that led to formation humus between the lines. As result, the root system of trees and trails in complex decreasing erosion and protect from landslides. The birches also form high narrow path space that lead along the cliff.
File:Gravestone paths.jpg|It is important to notice that grave stones were placed as a decoration for Schindler's List movie and are real. After the film was done the scenery were abounded and in last twenty years, as result of competition for sunlight the willow bushes had densely enclosed the paths thereby creating green tunnel by vertical structure and providing contrasting walking experience. The bared roots of willow is the results of changes in water level when place become inaccessible.
File:Rusted constructions.jpg| Formal functional constructions of industrial site had acquired aesthetic value in green environment. The elements work as focal point within the all area of quarry where it contrasts by color and form with nature. Also the dynamic form of surroundings interacts with static elements.
</gallery>

<gallery caption="Dynamic through the year" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Summer LS.jpg|In summer the area is very contrast where the domination of color refers to certain land cover; meadows stand out because of light green and yellow colors (result of dominative and invasive plant Solidago); the western upper part of the site is covered with dense broad-leaved forest and varies from light to dark green; the quarry is taken by hydrophilous plants like willows, poplar, common reed that give bluish color emphasized by shadow of northern cliff. Also strongly stand out rusted elements in contrast to green and blue.
File:AutumnLS.jpg|In autumn the area is colored to brownish tones and becomes more uniformed. Also the rusted elements merge with the surrounding in this period. The hidden stone path and lines of wooden beams come out in winter when the area becomes more exposed and monochromic .
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Projective drawings ==
* ''Please add four projective sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) for your case and take the following aspects into account:''
** ''How would you like this case to change in the near future? (in 1-2 years)''
** ''And how could it look like in 10-15 years?''

<gallery caption="Projective Drawings " widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
Image:yourfilename1.jpg|projective drawing 1
Image:yourfilename2.jpg|projective drawing 2
Image:yourfilename3.jpg|projective drawing 3
Image:yourfilename4.jpg|projective drawing 4
</gallery>

== Summary and conclusion ==
The frame created by human activity has contributed to establishment of new ecosystem in the urban environment, where ‘naturalness’ is the most valuable characteristic of the site – from ecological as well as aesthetic point of view. The area is in constant transformation where some processes can be seen as negative. Along with eutrophication and overgrown the area is limited within certain plant species (mainly pioneer plants) and the surrounding urban environment does not contribute to biodiversity.
The main concept of my design proposal ‘Echo’ is to make accessible and to manage only core area near the passageway, and decrease human involvement in direction to the cliffs. The core area will be a place where the new species will be introduced (that can be compatible, but not dominate) assuming that naturally they will spread further and increase biodiversity in whole area. The maintenance should be done on a piecemeal basis, with only small areas managed in any one year to ensure continuity of habitat. Thus, the site can provide restorative environment for human as well as sanctuary for wildlife.

== Image Gallery ==

<gallery caption="Image Gallery" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:IMG 6915.JPG|Areas of eutrophication
File:IMG 6881.JPG|Upper meadows (dominatio of ''Solidago'')
File:IMG 6826.JPG|Eastern cliffs
File:Panorama leban.jpg|Panorama from Krakus mound
File:IMG 5686.JPG|Krakus Mound
File:IMG 6882.JPG|Abandoned rusted constructions
</gallery>

== References ==
''* Please make sure that you give proper references of all external resources used.''

''* Do not use images of which you do not hold the copyright.''

''* Please add internet links to other resources if necessary.''

----
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File:IMG 6882.JPG

2013-12-02T20:44:05Z

Ilona.feklistova:

File:IMG 5686.JPG

2013-12-02T20:41:41Z

Ilona.feklistova:

Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-02T20:40:09Z

Ilona.feklistova: /* Summary and conclusion */

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{| align="right" width="300pt" style="background:Gainsboro; color:black"
|-
| '''Name''' ||style="background:Lavender"| '' Liban Quarry''
|-
| '''Location''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Krakow''
|-
| '''Country''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Poland''
|-
| '''Authors''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Ilona Feklistova''
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== Rationale: Why is this case interesting? ==

The area known as Liban quarry is an abandoned limestone extraction site. Placed only within 2,5 km from historical center of Krakow, the site became a sanctuary for wild life within last thirty years. The area does not have any official status and protection, but it has particular characteristics that attracts local people including me to come here for recreation.
* ''Why did you select it?''
There are some relatively negative tendencies like eutrophication, spreading of invasive plants and overgrowing of valuable xerothermic plant communities. Thereby I want to make clear for myself as a landscape architecture if we should intervene in this kind of natural processes, even though it is an urban area, and if ‘yes’, where is the border between design and maintenance of the site and disturbing already established environment.
* ''Is it exemplary for a specific theme or a problem?''
Overall, it is related to technogenic landscapes, restoration and new functions of similar sites.
* ''In how far does it relate to your life?''
As you can see the site is placed in Poland,so it is not directly related to me and I had discovered it by accident during my research that was not related to that place. At the same time, it is possible to see many limestone quarries in Estonia with similar characteristics, some of them are abandoned, others will be out of use in the future, hence the issues can be relatively similar to Liban quarry.

== Author's perspective ==
''As a student of landscape architecture I want to understand what are the existing qualities of place, potentials and tendencies, and considering them to find better solution from ecological and social perspective ''

== Landscape and/or urban context of your case ==

The Liban quarry is a result of dramatic changes in topography made by human during the last century and natural process of last thirty years. As result, the area has a range of particular characteristics and values from bio-geographical as well as cultural standpoint.

*''Biogeography and dynamics''

''Topography is one of the most important characteristics of the site and contributes to the large diversity in biotopes. It is placed in Carpathian foredeep where base is formed by limestone plateau covered with glacial deposits. The experience of steep rocks reaching of 38 m changes with sun movement where the most dramatic can be seen the 'burning' rocks on South and contrasting shaded areas on North during the sunset.''

''The site is highly reach in biotopes; the area of Liban quarry serve as a refuge for water birds; upper meadows are highly diverse in plant species and provide habitat for many insects, birds and small mammals, woodlands bordering with quarry are mainly formed by broad-leaved species. Xerothermic grasslands characterize the site and are of great value.''

''The are also some negative tendencies, like erosion and landslides, spreading of invasive species, process of eutrophication in frequently flooded areas and overgrowing xerothermic grasslands with bushes.''

*''Cultural features''

''Due to topography the area was bypassed by any significant constructions. Used as industrial site during a century there can be still seen rusted constructions for limestone works. Even though they are not considered as valuable elements of cultural heritage, the contrast of form and color with green environment creates particular characteristics of the area. Also few of them form a landmark along with chimney of old industrial building placed at the entrance to the quarry.''

''The site was related to tragic events of II World War, where prisoners of Plaszow Labor Camp, placed within a half of kilometer, were working. In the northern part there can be seen a monument for 21 Poles, killed in quarry in 1944. In 1990s the Liban quarry became a 'scene' for filming 'Schindler's List' movie. There still can be found fake sets that became particular for the place (for ex. path with grave stones).''

''Next to the quarry, there is one of the oldest constructed elements in Krakow - the Krakus Mound. Being one of the highest points in the city it also contributes to the scale of the quarry, where difference between highest point of mound and lowest in quarry reaches 60m.''

* Illustration:
<gallery caption="Map; sketches; short descriptive analyses" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Plan Liban quarry.jpg|Plan of the area
File:Section Liban Quarry.jpg|Section (dimension, difference in height, views)
File:Landcover.jpg|The landcover
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Analytical drawings ==

<gallery caption="Natural dynamic versus cultural framework" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:Birch on railroad tracks.jpg|The formal railroad tracks turn out to be a perfect 'bed' for birch trees. There may be several factors: first, as result of laying the tracks certain land works were done where limestone was replaced with loose materials; second, the rails had become a 'trap' for tree seeds; third, rails kept the leaves and other organic materials that led to formation humus between the lines. As result, the root system of trees and trails in complex decreasing erosion and protect from landslides. The birches also form high narrow path space that lead along the cliff.
File:Gravestone paths.jpg|It is important to notice that grave stones were placed as a decoration for Schindler's List movie and are real. After the film was done the scenery were abounded and in last twenty years, as result of competition for sunlight the willow bushes had densely enclosed the paths thereby creating green tunnel by vertical structure and providing contrasting walking experience. The bared roots of willow is the results of changes in water level when place become inaccessible.
File:Rusted constructions.jpg| Formal functional constructions of industrial site had acquired aesthetic value in green environment. The elements work as focal point within the all area of quarry where it contrasts by color and form with nature. Also the dynamic form of surroundings interacts with static elements.
</gallery>

<gallery caption="Dynamic through the year" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Summer LS.jpg|In summer the area is very contrast where the domination of color refers to certain land cover; meadows stand out because of light green and yellow colors (result of dominative and invasive plant Solidago); the western upper part of the site is covered with dense broad-leaved forest and varies from light to dark green; the quarry is taken by hydrophilous plants like willows, poplar, common reed that give bluish color emphasized by shadow of northern cliff. Also strongly stand out rusted elements in contrast to green and blue.
File:AutumnLS.jpg|In autumn the area is colored to brownish tones and becomes more uniformed. Also the rusted elements merge with the surrounding in this period. The hidden stone path and lines of wooden beams come out in winter when the area becomes more exposed and monochromic .
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Projective drawings ==
* ''Please add four projective sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) for your case and take the following aspects into account:''
** ''How would you like this case to change in the near future? (in 1-2 years)''
** ''And how could it look like in 10-15 years?''

<gallery caption="Projective Drawings " widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
Image:yourfilename1.jpg|projective drawing 1
Image:yourfilename2.jpg|projective drawing 2
Image:yourfilename3.jpg|projective drawing 3
Image:yourfilename4.jpg|projective drawing 4
</gallery>

== Summary and conclusion ==
The frame created by human activity has contributed to establishment of new ecosystem in the urban environment, where ‘naturalness’ is the most valuable characteristic of the site – from ecological as well as aesthetic point of view. The area is in constant transformation where some processes can be seen as negative. Along with eutrophication and overgrown the area is limited within certain plant species (mainly pioneer plants) and the surrounding urban environment does not contribute to biodiversity.
The main concept of my design proposal ‘Echo’ is to make accessible and to manage only core area near the passageway, and decrease human involvement in direction to the cliffs. The core area will be a place where the new species will be introduced (that can be compatible, but not dominate) assuming that naturally they will spread further and increase biodiversity in whole area. The maintenance should be done on a piecemeal basis, with only small areas managed in any one year to ensure continuity of habitat. Thus, the site can provide restorative environment for human as well as sanctuary for wildlife.

== Image Gallery ==

<gallery caption="Image Gallery" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:IMG 6915.JPG|Areas of eutrophication
File:IMG 6881.JPG|Upper meadows (dominatio of ''Solidago'')
File:IMG 6826.JPG|Eastern cliffs
File:Panorama leban.jpg|Panorama from Krakus mound
</gallery>

== References ==
''* Please make sure that you give proper references of all external resources used.''

''* Do not use images of which you do not hold the copyright.''

''* Please add internet links to other resources if necessary.''

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Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-02T19:02:55Z

Ilona.feklistova: /* Analytical drawings */

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'''''Please add the title of your case study here, adjust the map coordinates and replace the moa image with a characteristic image of your site'''''

{| align="right" width="300pt" style="background:Gainsboro; color:black"
|-
| '''Name''' ||style="background:Lavender"| '' Liban Quarry''
|-
| '''Location''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Krakow''
|-
| '''Country''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Poland''
|-
| '''Authors''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Ilona Feklistova''
|-
| colspan="3" align="center" style="background:silver"| [[File:IMG 6821.JPG|300px]]
|-
| ||style="background:Lavender"|
|-
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|width=300
|height=200
|lat=50.021119
|lng=19.572334
|zoom=8
|centermarker=yes
|maptypecontrol=yes
|overviewmapcontrol=yes
|largemapcontrol=yes
|scalecontrol=yes
}}
|}

== Rationale: Why is this case interesting? ==

The area known as Liban quarry is an abandoned limestone extraction site. Placed only within 2,5 km from historical center of Krakow, the site became a sanctuary for wild life within last thirty years. The area does not have any official status and protection, but it has particular characteristics that attracts local people including me to come here for recreation.
* ''Why did you select it?''
There are some relatively negative tendencies like eutrophication, spreading of invasive plants and overgrowing of valuable xerothermic plant communities. Thereby I want to make clear for myself as a landscape architecture if we should intervene in this kind of natural processes, even though it is an urban area, and if ‘yes’, where is the border between design and maintenance of the site and disturbing already established environment.
* ''Is it exemplary for a specific theme or a problem?''
Overall, it is related to technogenic landscapes, restoration and new functions of similar sites.
* ''In how far does it relate to your life?''
As you can see the site is placed in Poland,so it is not directly related to me and I had discovered it by accident during my research that was not related to that place. At the same time, it is possible to see many limestone quarries in Estonia with similar characteristics, some of them are abandoned, others will be out of use in the future, hence the issues can be relatively similar to Liban quarry.

== Author's perspective ==
''As a student of landscape architecture I want to understand what are the existing qualities of place, potentials and tendencies, and considering them to find better solution from ecological and social perspective ''

== Landscape and/or urban context of your case ==

The Liban quarry is a result of dramatic changes in topography made by human during the last century and natural process of last thirty years. As result, the area has a range of particular characteristics and values from bio-geographical as well as cultural standpoint.

*''Biogeography and dynamics''

''Topography is one of the most important characteristics of the site and contributes to the large diversity in biotopes. It is placed in Carpathian foredeep where base is formed by limestone plateau covered with glacial deposits. The experience of steep rocks reaching of 38 m changes with sun movement where the most dramatic can be seen the 'burning' rocks on South and contrasting shaded areas on North during the sunset.''

''The site is highly reach in biotopes; the area of Liban quarry serve as a refuge for water birds; upper meadows are highly diverse in plant species and provide habitat for many insects, birds and small mammals, woodlands bordering with quarry are mainly formed by broad-leaved species. Xerothermic grasslands characterize the site and are of great value.''

''The are also some negative tendencies, like erosion and landslides, spreading of invasive species, process of eutrophication in frequently flooded areas and overgrowing xerothermic grasslands with bushes.''

*''Cultural features''

''Due to topography the area was bypassed by any significant constructions. Used as industrial site during a century there can be still seen rusted constructions for limestone works. Even though they are not considered as valuable elements of cultural heritage, the contrast of form and color with green environment creates particular characteristics of the area. Also few of them form a landmark along with chimney of old industrial building placed at the entrance to the quarry.''

''The site was related to tragic events of II World War, where prisoners of Plaszow Labor Camp, placed within a half of kilometer, were working. In the northern part there can be seen a monument for 21 Poles, killed in quarry in 1944. In 1990s the Liban quarry became a 'scene' for filming 'Schindler's List' movie. There still can be found fake sets that became particular for the place (for ex. path with grave stones).''

''Next to the quarry, there is one of the oldest constructed elements in Krakow - the Krakus Mound. Being one of the highest points in the city it also contributes to the scale of the quarry, where difference between highest point of mound and lowest in quarry reaches 60m.''

* Illustration:
<gallery caption="Map; sketches; short descriptive analyses" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Plan Liban quarry.jpg|Plan of the area
File:Section Liban Quarry.jpg|Section (dimension, difference in height, views)
File:Landcover.jpg|The landcover
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Analytical drawings ==

<gallery caption="Natural dynamic versus cultural framework" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:Birch on railroad tracks.jpg|The formal railroad tracks turn out to be a perfect 'bed' for birch trees. There may be several factors: first, as result of laying the tracks certain land works were done where limestone was replaced with loose materials; second, the rails had become a 'trap' for tree seeds; third, rails kept the leaves and other organic materials that led to formation humus between the lines. As result, the root system of trees and trails in complex decreasing erosion and protect from landslides. The birches also form high narrow path space that lead along the cliff.
File:Gravestone paths.jpg|It is important to notice that grave stones were placed as a decoration for Schindler's List movie and are real. After the film was done the scenery were abounded and in last twenty years, as result of competition for sunlight the willow bushes had densely enclosed the paths thereby creating green tunnel by vertical structure and providing contrasting walking experience. The bared roots of willow is the results of changes in water level when place become inaccessible.
File:Rusted constructions.jpg| Formal functional constructions of industrial site had acquired aesthetic value in green environment. The elements work as focal point within the all area of quarry where it contrasts by color and form with nature. Also the dynamic form of surroundings interacts with static elements.
</gallery>

<gallery caption="Dynamic through the year" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Summer LS.jpg|In summer the area is very contrast where the domination of color refers to certain land cover; meadows stand out because of light green and yellow colors (result of dominative and invasive plant Solidago); the western upper part of the site is covered with dense broad-leaved forest and varies from light to dark green; the quarry is taken by hydrophilous plants like willows, poplar, common reed that give bluish color emphasized by shadow of northern cliff. Also strongly stand out rusted elements in contrast to green and blue.
File:AutumnLS.jpg|In autumn the area is colored to brownish tones and becomes more uniformed. Also the rusted elements merge with the surrounding in this period. The hidden stone path and lines of wooden beams come out in winter when the area becomes more exposed and monochromic .
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Projective drawings ==
* ''Please add four projective sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) for your case and take the following aspects into account:''
** ''How would you like this case to change in the near future? (in 1-2 years)''
** ''And how could it look like in 10-15 years?''

<gallery caption="Projective Drawings " widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
Image:yourfilename1.jpg|projective drawing 1
Image:yourfilename2.jpg|projective drawing 2
Image:yourfilename3.jpg|projective drawing 3
Image:yourfilename4.jpg|projective drawing 4
</gallery>

== Summary and conclusion ==
''Please summarize your case and give arguments for your projective design (approx 150 words).''

== Image Gallery ==

<gallery caption="Image Gallery" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:IMG 6915.JPG|Areas of eutrophication
File:IMG 6881.JPG|Upper meadows (dominatio of ''Solidago'')
File:IMG 6826.JPG|Eastern cliffs
File:Panorama leban.jpg|Panorama from Krakus mound
</gallery>

== References ==
''* Please make sure that you give proper references of all external resources used.''

''* Do not use images of which you do not hold the copyright.''

''* Please add internet links to other resources if necessary.''

----
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Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-02T18:59:52Z

Ilona.feklistova: /* Analytical drawings */

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'''''Please add the title of your case study here, adjust the map coordinates and replace the moa image with a characteristic image of your site'''''

{| align="right" width="300pt" style="background:Gainsboro; color:black"
|-
| '''Name''' ||style="background:Lavender"| '' Liban Quarry''
|-
| '''Location''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Krakow''
|-
| '''Country''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Poland''
|-
| '''Authors''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Ilona Feklistova''
|-
| colspan="3" align="center" style="background:silver"| [[File:IMG 6821.JPG|300px]]
|-
| ||style="background:Lavender"|
|-
| colspan="3" align="center" style="background:silver"| {{#widget:GoogleMaps
|width=300
|height=200
|lat=50.021119
|lng=19.572334
|zoom=8
|centermarker=yes
|maptypecontrol=yes
|overviewmapcontrol=yes
|largemapcontrol=yes
|scalecontrol=yes
}}
|}

== Rationale: Why is this case interesting? ==

The area known as Liban quarry is an abandoned limestone extraction site. Placed only within 2,5 km from historical center of Krakow, the site became a sanctuary for wild life within last thirty years. The area does not have any official status and protection, but it has particular characteristics that attracts local people including me to come here for recreation.
* ''Why did you select it?''
There are some relatively negative tendencies like eutrophication, spreading of invasive plants and overgrowing of valuable xerothermic plant communities. Thereby I want to make clear for myself as a landscape architecture if we should intervene in this kind of natural processes, even though it is an urban area, and if ‘yes’, where is the border between design and maintenance of the site and disturbing already established environment.
* ''Is it exemplary for a specific theme or a problem?''
Overall, it is related to technogenic landscapes, restoration and new functions of similar sites.
* ''In how far does it relate to your life?''
As you can see the site is placed in Poland,so it is not directly related to me and I had discovered it by accident during my research that was not related to that place. At the same time, it is possible to see many limestone quarries in Estonia with similar characteristics, some of them are abandoned, others will be out of use in the future, hence the issues can be relatively similar to Liban quarry.

== Author's perspective ==
''As a student of landscape architecture I want to understand what are the existing qualities of place, potentials and tendencies, and considering them to find better solution from ecological and social perspective ''

== Landscape and/or urban context of your case ==

The Liban quarry is a result of dramatic changes in topography made by human during the last century and natural process of last thirty years. As result, the area has a range of particular characteristics and values from bio-geographical as well as cultural standpoint.

*''Biogeography and dynamics''

''Topography is one of the most important characteristics of the site and contributes to the large diversity in biotopes. It is placed in Carpathian foredeep where base is formed by limestone plateau covered with glacial deposits. The experience of steep rocks reaching of 38 m changes with sun movement where the most dramatic can be seen the 'burning' rocks on South and contrasting shaded areas on North during the sunset.''

''The site is highly reach in biotopes; the area of Liban quarry serve as a refuge for water birds; upper meadows are highly diverse in plant species and provide habitat for many insects, birds and small mammals, woodlands bordering with quarry are mainly formed by broad-leaved species. Xerothermic grasslands characterize the site and are of great value.''

''The are also some negative tendencies, like erosion and landslides, spreading of invasive species, process of eutrophication in frequently flooded areas and overgrowing xerothermic grasslands with bushes.''

*''Cultural features''

''Due to topography the area was bypassed by any significant constructions. Used as industrial site during a century there can be still seen rusted constructions for limestone works. Even though they are not considered as valuable elements of cultural heritage, the contrast of form and color with green environment creates particular characteristics of the area. Also few of them form a landmark along with chimney of old industrial building placed at the entrance to the quarry.''

''The site was related to tragic events of II World War, where prisoners of Plaszow Labor Camp, placed within a half of kilometer, were working. In the northern part there can be seen a monument for 21 Poles, killed in quarry in 1944. In 1990s the Liban quarry became a 'scene' for filming 'Schindler's List' movie. There still can be found fake sets that became particular for the place (for ex. path with grave stones).''

''Next to the quarry, there is one of the oldest constructed elements in Krakow - the Krakus Mound. Being one of the highest points in the city it also contributes to the scale of the quarry, where difference between highest point of mound and lowest in quarry reaches 60m.''

* Illustration:
<gallery caption="Map; sketches; short descriptive analyses" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Plan Liban quarry.jpg|Plan of the area
File:Section Liban Quarry.jpg|Section (dimension, difference in height, views)
File:Landcover.jpg|The landcover
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Analytical drawings ==

<gallery caption="Natural dynamic versus cultural framework" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:Birch on railroad tracks.jpg|The formal railroad tracks turn out to be a perfect 'bed' for birch trees. There may be several factors: first, as result of laying the tracks certain land works were done where limestone was replaced with loose materials; second, the rails had become a 'trap' for tree seeds; third, rails kept the leaves and other organic materials that led to formation humus between the lines. As result, the root system of trees and trails in complex decreasing erosion and protect from landslides. The birches also form high narrow path space that lead along the cliff.
File:Gravestone paths.jpg|It is important to notice that stones were placed as a decoration for movie, they are not real grave stones. After the film was done the scenery were abounded and in last twenty years, as result of competition the willow bushes had densely enclosed the paths thereby creating green tunnel by vertical structure and providing contrasting walking experience. The bared roots of willow is the results of flooding when place become inaccessible.
File:Rusted constructions.jpg| Formal functional constructions of industrial site had acquired aesthetic value in green environment. The elements work as focal point within the all area of quarry where it contrasts by color and form with nature. Also the dynamic form of surroundings interacts with static elements.
</gallery>

<gallery caption="Dynamic through the year" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Summer LS.jpg|In summer the area is very contrast where the domination of color refers to certain land cover; meadows stand out because of light green and yellow colors (result of dominative and invasive plant Solidago); the western upper part of the site is covered with dense broad-leaved forest and varies from light to dark green; the quarry is taken by hydrophilous plants like willows, poplar, common reed that give bluish color emphasized by shadow of northern cliff. Also strongly stand out rusted elements in contrast to green and blue.
File:AutumnLS.jpg|In autumn the area is colored to brownish tones and becomes more uniformed. Also the rusted elements merge with the surrounding in this period. The hidden stone path and lines of wooden beams come out in winter when the area becomes more exposed and monochromic .
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Projective drawings ==
* ''Please add four projective sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) for your case and take the following aspects into account:''
** ''How would you like this case to change in the near future? (in 1-2 years)''
** ''And how could it look like in 10-15 years?''

<gallery caption="Projective Drawings " widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
Image:yourfilename1.jpg|projective drawing 1
Image:yourfilename2.jpg|projective drawing 2
Image:yourfilename3.jpg|projective drawing 3
Image:yourfilename4.jpg|projective drawing 4
</gallery>

== Summary and conclusion ==
''Please summarize your case and give arguments for your projective design (approx 150 words).''

== Image Gallery ==

<gallery caption="Image Gallery" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:IMG 6915.JPG|Areas of eutrophication
File:IMG 6881.JPG|Upper meadows (dominatio of ''Solidago'')
File:IMG 6826.JPG|Eastern cliffs
File:Panorama leban.jpg|Panorama from Krakus mound
</gallery>

== References ==
''* Please make sure that you give proper references of all external resources used.''

''* Do not use images of which you do not hold the copyright.''

''* Please add internet links to other resources if necessary.''

----
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Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-02T18:58:14Z

Ilona.feklistova: /* Analytical drawings */

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'''''Please add the title of your case study here, adjust the map coordinates and replace the moa image with a characteristic image of your site'''''

{| align="right" width="300pt" style="background:Gainsboro; color:black"
|-
| '''Name''' ||style="background:Lavender"| '' Liban Quarry''
|-
| '''Location''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Krakow''
|-
| '''Country''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Poland''
|-
| '''Authors''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Ilona Feklistova''
|-
| colspan="3" align="center" style="background:silver"| [[File:IMG 6821.JPG|300px]]
|-
| ||style="background:Lavender"|
|-
| colspan="3" align="center" style="background:silver"| {{#widget:GoogleMaps
|width=300
|height=200
|lat=50.021119
|lng=19.572334
|zoom=8
|centermarker=yes
|maptypecontrol=yes
|overviewmapcontrol=yes
|largemapcontrol=yes
|scalecontrol=yes
}}
|}

== Rationale: Why is this case interesting? ==

The area known as Liban quarry is an abandoned limestone extraction site. Placed only within 2,5 km from historical center of Krakow, the site became a sanctuary for wild life within last thirty years. The area does not have any official status and protection, but it has particular characteristics that attracts local people including me to come here for recreation.
* ''Why did you select it?''
There are some relatively negative tendencies like eutrophication, spreading of invasive plants and overgrowing of valuable xerothermic plant communities. Thereby I want to make clear for myself as a landscape architecture if we should intervene in this kind of natural processes, even though it is an urban area, and if ‘yes’, where is the border between design and maintenance of the site and disturbing already established environment.
* ''Is it exemplary for a specific theme or a problem?''
Overall, it is related to technogenic landscapes, restoration and new functions of similar sites.
* ''In how far does it relate to your life?''
As you can see the site is placed in Poland,so it is not directly related to me and I had discovered it by accident during my research that was not related to that place. At the same time, it is possible to see many limestone quarries in Estonia with similar characteristics, some of them are abandoned, others will be out of use in the future, hence the issues can be relatively similar to Liban quarry.

== Author's perspective ==
''As a student of landscape architecture I want to understand what are the existing qualities of place, potentials and tendencies, and considering them to find better solution from ecological and social perspective ''

== Landscape and/or urban context of your case ==

The Liban quarry is a result of dramatic changes in topography made by human during the last century and natural process of last thirty years. As result, the area has a range of particular characteristics and values from bio-geographical as well as cultural standpoint.

*''Biogeography and dynamics''

''Topography is one of the most important characteristics of the site and contributes to the large diversity in biotopes. It is placed in Carpathian foredeep where base is formed by limestone plateau covered with glacial deposits. The experience of steep rocks reaching of 38 m changes with sun movement where the most dramatic can be seen the 'burning' rocks on South and contrasting shaded areas on North during the sunset.''

''The site is highly reach in biotopes; the area of Liban quarry serve as a refuge for water birds; upper meadows are highly diverse in plant species and provide habitat for many insects, birds and small mammals, woodlands bordering with quarry are mainly formed by broad-leaved species. Xerothermic grasslands characterize the site and are of great value.''

''The are also some negative tendencies, like erosion and landslides, spreading of invasive species, process of eutrophication in frequently flooded areas and overgrowing xerothermic grasslands with bushes.''

*''Cultural features''

''Due to topography the area was bypassed by any significant constructions. Used as industrial site during a century there can be still seen rusted constructions for limestone works. Even though they are not considered as valuable elements of cultural heritage, the contrast of form and color with green environment creates particular characteristics of the area. Also few of them form a landmark along with chimney of old industrial building placed at the entrance to the quarry.''

''The site was related to tragic events of II World War, where prisoners of Plaszow Labor Camp, placed within a half of kilometer, were working. In the northern part there can be seen a monument for 21 Poles, killed in quarry in 1944. In 1990s the Liban quarry became a 'scene' for filming 'Schindler's List' movie. There still can be found fake sets that became particular for the place (for ex. path with grave stones).''

''Next to the quarry, there is one of the oldest constructed elements in Krakow - the Krakus Mound. Being one of the highest points in the city it also contributes to the scale of the quarry, where difference between highest point of mound and lowest in quarry reaches 60m.''

* Illustration:
<gallery caption="Map; sketches; short descriptive analyses" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Plan Liban quarry.jpg|Plan of the area
File:Section Liban Quarry.jpg|Section (dimension, difference in height, views)
File:Landcover.jpg|The landcover
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Analytical drawings ==

<gallery caption="Natural dynamic versus cultural framework" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:Birch on railroad tracks.jpg|The formal railroad tracks turn out to be a perfect 'bed' for birch trees. There may be several factors: first, as result of laying the tracks certain land works were done where limestone was replaced with loose materials; second, the rails had become a 'trap' for tree seeds; third, rails kept the leaves and other organic materials that led to formation humus between the lines. As result, the root system of trees and trails in complex decreasing erosion and protect from landslides. The birches also form high narrow path space that lead along the cliff.
File:Gravestone paths.jpg|It is important to notice that stones were placed as a decoration for movie, they are not real grave stones. After the film was done the scenery were abounded and in last twenty years, as result of competition the willow bushes had densely enclosed the paths thereby creating green tunnel by vertical structure and providing contrasting walking experience. The bared roots of willow is the results of flooding when place become inaccessible.
File:Rusted constructions.jpg| Formal functional constructions of industrial site had acquired aesthetic value in green environment. The elements work as focal point within the all area of quarry where it contrasts by color and form with nature.
</gallery>

<gallery caption="Dynamic through the year" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Summer LS.jpg|In summer the area is very contrast where the domination of color refers to certain land cover; meadows stand out because of light green and yellow colors (result of dominative and invasive plant Solidago); the western upper part of the site is covered with dense broad-leaved forest and varies from light to dark green; the quarry is taken by hydrophilous plants like willows, poplar, common reed that give bluish color emphasized by shadow of northern cliff. Also strongly stand out rusted elements in contrast to green and blue.
File:AutumnLS.jpg|In autumn the area is colored to brownish tones and becomes more uniformed. Also the rusted elements merge with the surrounding in this period. The hidden stone path and lines of wooden beams come out in winter when the area becomes more exposed and monochromic .
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Projective drawings ==
* ''Please add four projective sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) for your case and take the following aspects into account:''
** ''How would you like this case to change in the near future? (in 1-2 years)''
** ''And how could it look like in 10-15 years?''

<gallery caption="Projective Drawings " widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
Image:yourfilename1.jpg|projective drawing 1
Image:yourfilename2.jpg|projective drawing 2
Image:yourfilename3.jpg|projective drawing 3
Image:yourfilename4.jpg|projective drawing 4
</gallery>

== Summary and conclusion ==
''Please summarize your case and give arguments for your projective design (approx 150 words).''

== Image Gallery ==

<gallery caption="Image Gallery" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:IMG 6915.JPG|Areas of eutrophication
File:IMG 6881.JPG|Upper meadows (dominatio of ''Solidago'')
File:IMG 6826.JPG|Eastern cliffs
File:Panorama leban.jpg|Panorama from Krakus mound
</gallery>

== References ==
''* Please make sure that you give proper references of all external resources used.''

''* Do not use images of which you do not hold the copyright.''

''* Please add internet links to other resources if necessary.''

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Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-02T11:02:11Z

Ilona.feklistova: /* Landscape and/or urban context of your case */

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'''''Please add the title of your case study here, adjust the map coordinates and replace the moa image with a characteristic image of your site'''''

{| align="right" width="300pt" style="background:Gainsboro; color:black"
|-
| '''Name''' ||style="background:Lavender"| '' Liban Quarry''
|-
| '''Location''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Krakow''
|-
| '''Country''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Poland''
|-
| '''Authors''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Ilona Feklistova''
|-
| colspan="3" align="center" style="background:silver"| [[File:IMG 6821.JPG|300px]]
|-
| ||style="background:Lavender"|
|-
| colspan="3" align="center" style="background:silver"| {{#widget:GoogleMaps
|width=300
|height=200
|lat=50.021119
|lng=19.572334
|zoom=8
|centermarker=yes
|maptypecontrol=yes
|overviewmapcontrol=yes
|largemapcontrol=yes
|scalecontrol=yes
}}
|}

== Rationale: Why is this case interesting? ==

The area known as Liban quarry is an abandoned limestone extraction site. Placed only within 2,5 km from historical center of Krakow, the site became a sanctuary for wild life within last thirty years. The area does not have any official status and protection, but it has particular characteristics that attracts local people including me to come here for recreation.
* ''Why did you select it?''
There are some relatively negative tendencies like eutrophication, spreading of invasive plants and overgrowing of valuable xerothermic plant communities. Thereby I want to make clear for myself as a landscape architecture if we should intervene in this kind of natural processes, even though it is an urban area, and if ‘yes’, where is the border between design and maintenance of the site and disturbing already established environment.
* ''Is it exemplary for a specific theme or a problem?''
Overall, it is related to technogenic landscapes, restoration and new functions of similar sites.
* ''In how far does it relate to your life?''
As you can see the site is placed in Poland,so it is not directly related to me and I had discovered it by accident during my research that was not related to that place. At the same time, it is possible to see many limestone quarries in Estonia with similar characteristics, some of them are abandoned, others will be out of use in the future, hence the issues can be relatively similar to Liban quarry.

== Author's perspective ==
''As a student of landscape architecture I want to understand what are the existing qualities of place, potentials and tendencies, and considering them to find better solution from ecological and social perspective ''

== Landscape and/or urban context of your case ==

The Liban quarry is a result of dramatic changes in topography made by human during the last century and natural process of last thirty years. As result, the area has a range of particular characteristics and values from bio-geographical as well as cultural standpoint.

*''Biogeography and dynamics''

''Topography is one of the most important characteristics of the site and contributes to the large diversity in biotopes. It is placed in Carpathian foredeep where base is formed by limestone plateau covered with glacial deposits. The experience of steep rocks reaching of 38 m changes with sun movement where the most dramatic can be seen the 'burning' rocks on South and contrasting shaded areas on North during the sunset.''

''The site is highly reach in biotopes; the area of Liban quarry serve as a refuge for water birds; upper meadows are highly diverse in plant species and provide habitat for many insects, birds and small mammals, woodlands bordering with quarry are mainly formed by broad-leaved species. Xerothermic grasslands characterize the site and are of great value.''

''The are also some negative tendencies, like erosion and landslides, spreading of invasive species, process of eutrophication in frequently flooded areas and overgrowing xerothermic grasslands with bushes.''

*''Cultural features''

''Due to topography the area was bypassed by any significant constructions. Used as industrial site during a century there can be still seen rusted constructions for limestone works. Even though they are not considered as valuable elements of cultural heritage, the contrast of form and color with green environment creates particular characteristics of the area. Also few of them form a landmark along with chimney of old industrial building placed at the entrance to the quarry.''

''The site was related to tragic events of II World War, where prisoners of Plaszow Labor Camp, placed within a half of kilometer, were working. In the northern part there can be seen a monument for 21 Poles, killed in quarry in 1944. In 1990s the Liban quarry became a 'scene' for filming 'Schindler's List' movie. There still can be found fake sets that became particular for the place (for ex. path with grave stones).''

''Next to the quarry, there is one of the oldest constructed elements in Krakow - the Krakus Mound. Being one of the highest points in the city it also contributes to the scale of the quarry, where difference between highest point of mound and lowest in quarry reaches 60m.''

* Illustration:
<gallery caption="Map; sketches; short descriptive analyses" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Plan Liban quarry.jpg|Plan of the area
File:Section Liban Quarry.jpg|Section (dimension, difference in height, views)
File:Landcover.jpg|The landcover
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Analytical drawings ==
''Please add four analytical sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) of your case and take the following aspects into account:''
* ''natural dynamic versus cultural framework - in how far do these two forces come together in your case?''
<gallery caption="Analytical Drawings " widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:Birch on railroad tracks.jpg|The formal railroad tracks turn out to be a perfect 'bed' for birch trees. There may be several factors: first, as result of laying the tracks certain land works were done where limestone was replaced with loose materials; second, the rails had become a 'trap' for tree seeds; third, rails kept the leaves and other organic materials that led to formation humus between the lines. As result, the root system of trees and trails in complex decreasing erosion and protect from landslides. The birches also form high narrow path space that lead along the cliff.
File:Gravestone paths.jpg|It is important to notice that stones were placed as a decoration for movie, they are not real grave stones. After the film was done the scenery were abounded and in last twenty years, as result of competition the willow bushes had densely enclosed the paths thereby creating green tunnel by vertical structure and providing contrasting walking experience. The bared roots of willow is the results of flooding when place become inaccessible.
File:Rusted constructions.jpg| ...
</gallery>

* ''dynamic through the year (you may imagine how the site looks in spring and summer, maybe you also remember it)''
<gallery caption="Analytical Drawings " widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Summer LS.jpg|In summer the area is very contrast where the domination of color refers to certain land cover; meadows stand out because of light green and yellow colors (result of dominative and invasive plant Solidago); the western upper part of the site is covered with dense broad-leaved forest and varies from light to dark green; the quarry is taken by hydrophilous plants like willows, poplar, common reed that give bluish color emphasized by shadow of northern cliff. Also strongly stand out rusted elements in contrast to green and blue.
File:AutumnLS.jpg|In autumn the area is colored to brownish tones and becomes more uniformed. Also the rusted elements merge with the surrounding in this period. The hidden stone path and lines of wooden beams come out in winter when the area becomes more exposed and monochromic .
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Projective drawings ==
* ''Please add four projective sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) for your case and take the following aspects into account:''
** ''How would you like this case to change in the near future? (in 1-2 years)''
** ''And how could it look like in 10-15 years?''

<gallery caption="Projective Drawings " widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
Image:yourfilename1.jpg|projective drawing 1
Image:yourfilename2.jpg|projective drawing 2
Image:yourfilename3.jpg|projective drawing 3
Image:yourfilename4.jpg|projective drawing 4
</gallery>

== Summary and conclusion ==
''Please summarize your case and give arguments for your projective design (approx 150 words).''

== Image Gallery ==

<gallery caption="Image Gallery" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:IMG 6915.JPG|Areas of eutrophication
File:IMG 6881.JPG|Upper meadows (dominatio of ''Solidago'')
File:IMG 6826.JPG|Eastern cliffs
File:Panorama leban.jpg|Panorama from Krakus mound
</gallery>

== References ==
''* Please make sure that you give proper references of all external resources used.''

''* Do not use images of which you do not hold the copyright.''

''* Please add internet links to other resources if necessary.''

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Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-02T10:59:44Z

Ilona.feklistova: /* Landscape and/or urban context of your case */

---> back to group page [[Planting_Design_2013_-_Working_Group_27|working group 27]]

'''''Please add the title of your case study here, adjust the map coordinates and replace the moa image with a characteristic image of your site'''''

{| align="right" width="300pt" style="background:Gainsboro; color:black"
|-
| '''Name''' ||style="background:Lavender"| '' Liban Quarry''
|-
| '''Location''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Krakow''
|-
| '''Country''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Poland''
|-
| '''Authors''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Ilona Feklistova''
|-
| colspan="3" align="center" style="background:silver"| [[File:IMG 6821.JPG|300px]]
|-
| ||style="background:Lavender"|
|-
| colspan="3" align="center" style="background:silver"| {{#widget:GoogleMaps
|width=300
|height=200
|lat=50.021119
|lng=19.572334
|zoom=8
|centermarker=yes
|maptypecontrol=yes
|overviewmapcontrol=yes
|largemapcontrol=yes
|scalecontrol=yes
}}
|}

== Rationale: Why is this case interesting? ==

The area known as Liban quarry is an abandoned limestone extraction site. Placed only within 2,5 km from historical center of Krakow, the site became a sanctuary for wild life within last thirty years. The area does not have any official status and protection, but it has particular characteristics that attracts local people including me to come here for recreation.
* ''Why did you select it?''
There are some relatively negative tendencies like eutrophication, spreading of invasive plants and overgrowing of valuable xerothermic plant communities. Thereby I want to make clear for myself as a landscape architecture if we should intervene in this kind of natural processes, even though it is an urban area, and if ‘yes’, where is the border between design and maintenance of the site and disturbing already established environment.
* ''Is it exemplary for a specific theme or a problem?''
Overall, it is related to technogenic landscapes, restoration and new functions of similar sites.
* ''In how far does it relate to your life?''
As you can see the site is placed in Poland,so it is not directly related to me and I had discovered it by accident during my research that was not related to that place. At the same time, it is possible to see many limestone quarries in Estonia with similar characteristics, some of them are abandoned, others will be out of use in the future, hence the issues can be relatively similar to Liban quarry.

== Author's perspective ==
''As a student of landscape architecture I want to understand what are the existing qualities of place, potentials and tendencies, and considering them to find better solution from ecological and social perspective ''

== Landscape and/or urban context of your case ==

The Liban quarry is a result of dramatic changes in topography made by human during the last century and natural process of last thirty years. As result, the area has a range of particular characteristics and values from bio-geographical as well as cultural standpoint.

*''Biogeography and dynamics''

''Topography is one of the most important characteristics of the site and contributes to the large diversity in biotopes. It is placed in Carpathian foredeep where base is formed by limestone plateau covered with glacial deposits. The experience of steep rocks reaching of 38 m changes with sun movement where the most dramatic can be seen the 'burning' rocks on South and contrasting shaded areas on North during the sunset.''

''The site is highly reach in biotopes; the area of Liban quarry serve as a refuge for water birds; upper meadows are highly diverse in plant species and provide habitat for many insects, birds and small mammals, woodlands bordering with quarry are mainly formed by broad-leaved species. Xerothermic grasslands characterize the site and are of great value.''

''The are also some negative tendencies, like erosion and landslides, spreading of invasive species, process of eutrophication in frequently flooded areas and overgrowing xerothermic grasslands with bushes.''

*''Cultural features''

''Due to topography the area was bypassed by any significant constructions. Used as industrial site during a century there can be still seen rusted constructions for limestone works. Even though they are not considered as valuable elements of cultural heritage, the contrast of form and color with green environment creates particular characteristics of the area. Also few of them form a landmark along with chimney of old industrial building placed at the entrance to the quarry.''

''The site was related to tragic events of II World War, where prisoners of Plaszow Labor Camp, placed within a half of kilometer, were working. In the northern part there can be seen a monument for 21 Poles, killed in quarry in 1944. In 1990s the Liban quarry became a 'scene' for filming 'Schindler's List' movie. There still can be found fake sets that became particular for the place (for ex. path with grave stones).''

''Next to the quarry, there is one of the oldest constructed elements in Krakow - the Krakus Mound. Being one of the highest points in the city it also contributes to the scale of the quarry, where difference between highest point of mound and lowest in quarry reaches 60m.''

* Illustration: Map; sketches; short descriptive analyses
<gallery caption="Analytical Drawings " widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Plan Liban quarry.jpg|Descriptive plan of the area
File:Section Liban Quarry.jpg|Section (dimension, difference in height, views)
File:Landcover.jpg|The landcover
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Analytical drawings ==
''Please add four analytical sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) of your case and take the following aspects into account:''
* ''natural dynamic versus cultural framework - in how far do these two forces come together in your case?''
<gallery caption="Analytical Drawings " widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:Birch on railroad tracks.jpg|The formal railroad tracks turn out to be a perfect 'bed' for birch trees. There may be several factors: first, as result of laying the tracks certain land works were done where limestone was replaced with loose materials; second, the rails had become a 'trap' for tree seeds; third, rails kept the leaves and other organic materials that led to formation humus between the lines. As result, the root system of trees and trails in complex decreasing erosion and protect from landslides. The birches also form high narrow path space that lead along the cliff.
File:Gravestone paths.jpg|It is important to notice that stones were placed as a decoration for movie, they are not real grave stones. After the film was done the scenery were abounded and in last twenty years, as result of competition the willow bushes had densely enclosed the paths thereby creating green tunnel by vertical structure and providing contrasting walking experience. The bared roots of willow is the results of flooding when place become inaccessible.
File:Rusted constructions.jpg| ...
</gallery>

* ''dynamic through the year (you may imagine how the site looks in spring and summer, maybe you also remember it)''
<gallery caption="Analytical Drawings " widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Summer LS.jpg|In summer the area is very contrast where the domination of color refers to certain land cover; meadows stand out because of light green and yellow colors (result of dominative and invasive plant Solidago); the western upper part of the site is covered with dense broad-leaved forest and varies from light to dark green; the quarry is taken by hydrophilous plants like willows, poplar, common reed that give bluish color emphasized by shadow of northern cliff. Also strongly stand out rusted elements in contrast to green and blue.
File:AutumnLS.jpg|In autumn the area is colored to brownish tones and becomes more uniformed. Also the rusted elements merge with the surrounding in this period. The hidden stone path and lines of wooden beams come out in winter when the area becomes more exposed and monochromic .
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Projective drawings ==
* ''Please add four projective sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) for your case and take the following aspects into account:''
** ''How would you like this case to change in the near future? (in 1-2 years)''
** ''And how could it look like in 10-15 years?''

<gallery caption="Projective Drawings " widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
Image:yourfilename1.jpg|projective drawing 1
Image:yourfilename2.jpg|projective drawing 2
Image:yourfilename3.jpg|projective drawing 3
Image:yourfilename4.jpg|projective drawing 4
</gallery>

== Summary and conclusion ==
''Please summarize your case and give arguments for your projective design (approx 150 words).''

== Image Gallery ==

<gallery caption="Image Gallery" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:IMG 6915.JPG|Areas of eutrophication
File:IMG 6881.JPG|Upper meadows (dominatio of ''Solidago'')
File:IMG 6826.JPG|Eastern cliffs
File:Panorama leban.jpg|Panorama from Krakus mound
</gallery>

== References ==
''* Please make sure that you give proper references of all external resources used.''

''* Do not use images of which you do not hold the copyright.''

''* Please add internet links to other resources if necessary.''

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File:Plan Liban quarry.jpg

2013-12-02T10:57:40Z

Ilona.feklistova:

Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-02T08:14:30Z

Ilona.feklistova: /* Image Gallery */

---> back to group page [[Planting_Design_2013_-_Working_Group_27|working group 27]]

'''''Please add the title of your case study here, adjust the map coordinates and replace the moa image with a characteristic image of your site'''''

{| align="right" width="300pt" style="background:Gainsboro; color:black"
|-
| '''Name''' ||style="background:Lavender"| '' Liban Quarry''
|-
| '''Location''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Krakow''
|-
| '''Country''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Poland''
|-
| '''Authors''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Ilona Feklistova''
|-
| colspan="3" align="center" style="background:silver"| [[File:IMG 6821.JPG|300px]]
|-
| ||style="background:Lavender"|
|-
| colspan="3" align="center" style="background:silver"| {{#widget:GoogleMaps
|width=300
|height=200
|lat=50.021119
|lng=19.572334
|zoom=8
|centermarker=yes
|maptypecontrol=yes
|overviewmapcontrol=yes
|largemapcontrol=yes
|scalecontrol=yes
}}
|}

== Rationale: Why is this case interesting? ==

The area known as Liban quarry is an abandoned limestone extraction site. Placed only within 2,5 km from historical center of Krakow, the site became a sanctuary for wild life within last thirty years. The area does not have any official status and protection, but it has particular characteristics that attracts local people including me to come here for recreation.
* ''Why did you select it?''
There are some relatively negative tendencies like eutrophication, spreading of invasive plants and overgrowing of valuable xerothermic plant communities. Thereby I want to make clear for myself as a landscape architecture if we should intervene in this kind of natural processes, even though it is an urban area, and if ‘yes’, where is the border between design and maintenance of the site and disturbing already established environment.
* ''Is it exemplary for a specific theme or a problem?''
Overall, it is related to technogenic landscapes, restoration and new functions of similar sites.
* ''In how far does it relate to your life?''
As you can see the site is placed in Poland,so it is not directly related to me and I had discovered it by accident during my research that was not related to that place. At the same time, it is possible to see many limestone quarries in Estonia with similar characteristics, some of them are abandoned, others will be out of use in the future, hence the issues can be relatively similar to Liban quarry.

== Author's perspective ==
''As a student of landscape architecture I want to understand what are the existing qualities of place, potentials and tendencies, and considering them to find better solution from ecological and social perspective ''

== Landscape and/or urban context of your case ==

The Liban quarry is a result of dramatic changes in topography made by human during the last century and natural process of last thirty years. As result, the area has a range of particular characteristics and values from bio-geographical as well as cultural standpoint.

*''Biogeography and dynamics''

''Topography is one of the most important characteristics of the site and contributes to the large diversity in biotopes. It is placed in Carpathian foredeep where base is formed by limestone plateau covered with glacial deposits. The experience of steep rocks reaching of 38 m changes with sun movement where the most dramatic can be seen the 'burning' rocks on South and contrasting shaded areas on North during the sunset.''

''The site is highly reach in biotopes; the area of Liban quarry serve as a refuge for water birds; upper meadows are highly diverse in plant species and provide habitat for many insects, birds and small mammals, woodlands bordering with quarry are mainly formed by broad-leaved species. Xerothermic grasslands characterize the site and are of great value.''

''The are also some negative tendencies, like erosion and landslides, spreading of invasive species, process of eutrophication in frequently flooded areas and overgrowing xerothermic grasslands with bushes.''

*''Cultural features''

''Due to topography the area was bypassed by any significant constructions. Used as industrial site during a century there can be still seen rusted constructions for limestone works. Even though they are not considered as valuable elements of cultural heritage, the contrast of form and color with green environment creates particular characteristics of the area. Also few of them form a landmark along with chimney of old industrial building placed at the entrance to the quarry.''

''The site was related to tragic events of II World War, where prisoners of Plaszow Labor Camp, placed within a half of kilometer, were working. In the northern part there can be seen a monument for 21 Poles, killed in quarry in 1944. In 1990s the Liban quarry became a 'scene' for filming 'Schindler's List' movie. There still can be found fake sets that became particular for the place (for ex. path with grave stones).''

''Next to the quarry, there is one of the oldest constructed elements in Krakow - the Krakus Mound. Being one of the highest points in the city it also contributes to the scale of the quarry, where difference between highest point of mound and lowest in quarry reaches 60m.''

* Illustration: Map; sketches; short descriptive analyses
<gallery caption="Analytical Drawings " widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Section Liban Quarry.jpg|Section (dimension, difference in height, views)
File:Landcover.jpg|The landcover
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Analytical drawings ==
''Please add four analytical sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) of your case and take the following aspects into account:''
* ''natural dynamic versus cultural framework - in how far do these two forces come together in your case?''
<gallery caption="Analytical Drawings " widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:Birch on railroad tracks.jpg|The formal railroad tracks turn out to be a perfect 'bed' for birch trees. There may be several factors: first, as result of laying the tracks certain land works were done where limestone was replaced with loose materials; second, the rails had become a 'trap' for tree seeds; third, rails kept the leaves and other organic materials that led to formation humus between the lines. As result, the root system of trees and trails in complex decreasing erosion and protect from landslides. The birches also form high narrow path space that lead along the cliff.
File:Gravestone paths.jpg|It is important to notice that stones were placed as a decoration for movie, they are not real grave stones. After the film was done the scenery were abounded and in last twenty years, as result of competition the willow bushes had densely enclosed the paths thereby creating green tunnel by vertical structure and providing contrasting walking experience. The bared roots of willow is the results of flooding when place become inaccessible.
File:Rusted constructions.jpg| ...
</gallery>

* ''dynamic through the year (you may imagine how the site looks in spring and summer, maybe you also remember it)''
<gallery caption="Analytical Drawings " widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Summer LS.jpg|In summer the area is very contrast where the domination of color refers to certain land cover; meadows stand out because of light green and yellow colors (result of dominative and invasive plant Solidago); the western upper part of the site is covered with dense broad-leaved forest and varies from light to dark green; the quarry is taken by hydrophilous plants like willows, poplar, common reed that give bluish color emphasized by shadow of northern cliff. Also strongly stand out rusted elements in contrast to green and blue.
File:AutumnLS.jpg|In autumn the area is colored to brownish tones and becomes more uniformed. Also the rusted elements merge with the surrounding in this period. The hidden stone path and lines of wooden beams come out in winter when the area becomes more exposed and monochromic .
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Projective drawings ==
* ''Please add four projective sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) for your case and take the following aspects into account:''
** ''How would you like this case to change in the near future? (in 1-2 years)''
** ''And how could it look like in 10-15 years?''

<gallery caption="Projective Drawings " widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
Image:yourfilename1.jpg|projective drawing 1
Image:yourfilename2.jpg|projective drawing 2
Image:yourfilename3.jpg|projective drawing 3
Image:yourfilename4.jpg|projective drawing 4
</gallery>

== Summary and conclusion ==
''Please summarize your case and give arguments for your projective design (approx 150 words).''

== Image Gallery ==

<gallery caption="Image Gallery" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:IMG 6915.JPG|Areas of eutrophication
File:IMG 6881.JPG|Upper meadows (dominatio of ''Solidago'')
File:IMG 6826.JPG|Eastern cliffs
File:Panorama leban.jpg|Panorama from Krakus mound
</gallery>

== References ==
''* Please make sure that you give proper references of all external resources used.''

''* Do not use images of which you do not hold the copyright.''

''* Please add internet links to other resources if necessary.''

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Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-02T07:58:46Z

Ilona.feklistova: /* Analytical drawings */

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'''''Please add the title of your case study here, adjust the map coordinates and replace the moa image with a characteristic image of your site'''''

{| align="right" width="300pt" style="background:Gainsboro; color:black"
|-
| '''Name''' ||style="background:Lavender"| '' Liban Quarry''
|-
| '''Location''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Krakow''
|-
| '''Country''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Poland''
|-
| '''Authors''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Ilona Feklistova''
|-
| colspan="3" align="center" style="background:silver"| [[File:IMG 6821.JPG|300px]]
|-
| ||style="background:Lavender"|
|-
| colspan="3" align="center" style="background:silver"| {{#widget:GoogleMaps
|width=300
|height=200
|lat=50.021119
|lng=19.572334
|zoom=8
|centermarker=yes
|maptypecontrol=yes
|overviewmapcontrol=yes
|largemapcontrol=yes
|scalecontrol=yes
}}
|}

== Rationale: Why is this case interesting? ==

The area known as Liban quarry is an abandoned limestone extraction site. Placed only within 2,5 km from historical center of Krakow, the site became a sanctuary for wild life within last thirty years. The area does not have any official status and protection, but it has particular characteristics that attracts local people including me to come here for recreation.
* ''Why did you select it?''
There are some relatively negative tendencies like eutrophication, spreading of invasive plants and overgrowing of valuable xerothermic plant communities. Thereby I want to make clear for myself as a landscape architecture if we should intervene in this kind of natural processes, even though it is an urban area, and if ‘yes’, where is the border between design and maintenance of the site and disturbing already established environment.
* ''Is it exemplary for a specific theme or a problem?''
Overall, it is related to technogenic landscapes, restoration and new functions of similar sites.
* ''In how far does it relate to your life?''
As you can see the site is placed in Poland,so it is not directly related to me and I had discovered it by accident during my research that was not related to that place. At the same time, it is possible to see many limestone quarries in Estonia with similar characteristics, some of them are abandoned, others will be out of use in the future, hence the issues can be relatively similar to Liban quarry.

== Author's perspective ==
''As a student of landscape architecture I want to understand what are the existing qualities of place, potentials and tendencies, and considering them to find better solution from ecological and social perspective ''

== Landscape and/or urban context of your case ==

The Liban quarry is a result of dramatic changes in topography made by human during the last century and natural process of last thirty years. As result, the area has a range of particular characteristics and values from bio-geographical as well as cultural standpoint.

*''Biogeography and dynamics''

''Topography is one of the most important characteristics of the site and contributes to the large diversity in biotopes. It is placed in Carpathian foredeep where base is formed by limestone plateau covered with glacial deposits. The experience of steep rocks reaching of 38 m changes with sun movement where the most dramatic can be seen the 'burning' rocks on South and contrasting shaded areas on North during the sunset.''

''The site is highly reach in biotopes; the area of Liban quarry serve as a refuge for water birds; upper meadows are highly diverse in plant species and provide habitat for many insects, birds and small mammals, woodlands bordering with quarry are mainly formed by broad-leaved species. Xerothermic grasslands characterize the site and are of great value.''

''The are also some negative tendencies, like erosion and landslides, spreading of invasive species, process of eutrophication in frequently flooded areas and overgrowing xerothermic grasslands with bushes.''

*''Cultural features''

''Due to topography the area was bypassed by any significant constructions. Used as industrial site during a century there can be still seen rusted constructions for limestone works. Even though they are not considered as valuable elements of cultural heritage, the contrast of form and color with green environment creates particular characteristics of the area. Also few of them form a landmark along with chimney of old industrial building placed at the entrance to the quarry.''

''The site was related to tragic events of II World War, where prisoners of Plaszow Labor Camp, placed within a half of kilometer, were working. In the northern part there can be seen a monument for 21 Poles, killed in quarry in 1944. In 1990s the Liban quarry became a 'scene' for filming 'Schindler's List' movie. There still can be found fake sets that became particular for the place (for ex. path with grave stones).''

''Next to the quarry, there is one of the oldest constructed elements in Krakow - the Krakus Mound. Being one of the highest points in the city it also contributes to the scale of the quarry, where difference between highest point of mound and lowest in quarry reaches 60m.''

* Illustration: Map; sketches; short descriptive analyses
<gallery caption="Analytical Drawings " widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Section Liban Quarry.jpg|Section (dimension, difference in height, views)
File:Landcover.jpg|The landcover
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Analytical drawings ==
''Please add four analytical sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) of your case and take the following aspects into account:''
* ''natural dynamic versus cultural framework - in how far do these two forces come together in your case?''
<gallery caption="Analytical Drawings " widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:Birch on railroad tracks.jpg|The formal railroad tracks turn out to be a perfect 'bed' for birch trees. There may be several factors: first, as result of laying the tracks certain land works were done where limestone was replaced with loose materials; second, the rails had become a 'trap' for tree seeds; third, rails kept the leaves and other organic materials that led to formation humus between the lines. As result, the root system of trees and trails in complex decreasing erosion and protect from landslides. The birches also form high narrow path space that lead along the cliff.
File:Gravestone paths.jpg|It is important to notice that stones were placed as a decoration for movie, they are not real grave stones. After the film was done the scenery were abounded and in last twenty years, as result of competition the willow bushes had densely enclosed the paths thereby creating green tunnel by vertical structure and providing contrasting walking experience. The bared roots of willow is the results of flooding when place become inaccessible.
File:Rusted constructions.jpg| ...
</gallery>

* ''dynamic through the year (you may imagine how the site looks in spring and summer, maybe you also remember it)''
<gallery caption="Analytical Drawings " widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Summer LS.jpg|In summer the area is very contrast where the domination of color refers to certain land cover; meadows stand out because of light green and yellow colors (result of dominative and invasive plant Solidago); the western upper part of the site is covered with dense broad-leaved forest and varies from light to dark green; the quarry is taken by hydrophilous plants like willows, poplar, common reed that give bluish color emphasized by shadow of northern cliff. Also strongly stand out rusted elements in contrast to green and blue.
File:AutumnLS.jpg|In autumn the area is colored to brownish tones and becomes more uniformed. Also the rusted elements merge with the surrounding in this period. The hidden stone path and lines of wooden beams come out in winter when the area becomes more exposed and monochromic .
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Projective drawings ==
* ''Please add four projective sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) for your case and take the following aspects into account:''
** ''How would you like this case to change in the near future? (in 1-2 years)''
** ''And how could it look like in 10-15 years?''

<gallery caption="Projective Drawings " widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
Image:yourfilename1.jpg|projective drawing 1
Image:yourfilename2.jpg|projective drawing 2
Image:yourfilename3.jpg|projective drawing 3
Image:yourfilename4.jpg|projective drawing 4
</gallery>

== Summary and conclusion ==
''Please summarize your case and give arguments for your projective design (approx 150 words).''

== Image Gallery ==

<gallery caption="Image Gallery" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:IMG 6915.JPG|Area of affected by Eutrophication process
File:IMG 6881.JPG|Xerothermic sward
File:IMG 6826.JPG|Eastern part quarry
File:Panorama leban.jpg|Panorama from Krakus mound
</gallery>

== References ==
''* Please make sure that you give proper references of all external resources used.''

''* Do not use images of which you do not hold the copyright.''

''* Please add internet links to other resources if necessary.''

----
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Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-01T23:17:13Z

Ilona.feklistova: /* Analytical drawings */

---> back to group page [[Planting_Design_2013_-_Working_Group_27|working group 27]]

'''''Please add the title of your case study here, adjust the map coordinates and replace the moa image with a characteristic image of your site'''''

{| align="right" width="300pt" style="background:Gainsboro; color:black"
|-
| '''Name''' ||style="background:Lavender"| '' Liban Quarry''
|-
| '''Location''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Krakow''
|-
| '''Country''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Poland''
|-
| '''Authors''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Ilona Feklistova''
|-
| colspan="3" align="center" style="background:silver"| [[File:IMG 6821.JPG|300px]]
|-
| ||style="background:Lavender"|
|-
| colspan="3" align="center" style="background:silver"| {{#widget:GoogleMaps
|width=300
|height=200
|lat=50.021119
|lng=19.572334
|zoom=8
|centermarker=yes
|maptypecontrol=yes
|overviewmapcontrol=yes
|largemapcontrol=yes
|scalecontrol=yes
}}
|}

== Rationale: Why is this case interesting? ==

The area known as Liban quarry is an abandoned limestone extraction site. Placed only within 2,5 km from historical center of Krakow, the site became a sanctuary for wild life within last thirty years. The area does not have any official status and protection, but it has particular characteristics that attracts local people including me to come here for recreation.
* ''Why did you select it?''
There are some relatively negative tendencies like eutrophication, spreading of invasive plants and overgrowing of valuable xerothermic plant communities. Thereby I want to make clear for myself as a landscape architecture if we should intervene in this kind of natural processes, even though it is an urban area, and if ‘yes’, where is the border between design and maintenance of the site and disturbing already established environment.
* ''Is it exemplary for a specific theme or a problem?''
Overall, it is related to technogenic landscapes, restoration and new functions of similar sites.
* ''In how far does it relate to your life?''
As you can see the site is placed in Poland,so it is not directly related to me and I had discovered it by accident during my research that was not related to that place. At the same time, it is possible to see many limestone quarries in Estonia with similar characteristics, some of them are abandoned, others will be out of use in the future, hence the issues can be relatively similar to Liban quarry.

== Author's perspective ==
''As a student of landscape architecture I want to understand what are the existing qualities of place, potentials and tendencies, and considering them to find better solution from ecological and social perspective ''

== Landscape and/or urban context of your case ==

The Liban quarry is a result of dramatic changes in topography made by human during the last century and natural process of last thirty years. As result, the area has a range of particular characteristics and values from bio-geographical as well as cultural standpoint.

*''Biogeography and dynamics''

''Topography is one of the most important characteristics of the site and contributes to the large diversity in biotopes. It is placed in Carpathian foredeep where base is formed by limestone plateau covered with glacial deposits. The experience of steep rocks reaching of 38 m changes with sun movement where the most dramatic can be seen the 'burning' rocks on South and contrasting shaded areas on North during the sunset.''

''The site is highly reach in biotopes; the area of Liban quarry serve as a refuge for water birds; upper meadows are highly diverse in plant species and provide habitat for many insects, birds and small mammals, woodlands bordering with quarry are mainly formed by broad-leaved species. Xerothermic grasslands characterize the site and are of great value.''

''The are also some negative tendencies, like erosion and landslides, spreading of invasive species, process of eutrophication in frequently flooded areas and overgrowing xerothermic grasslands with bushes.''

*''Cultural features''

''Due to topography the area was bypassed by any significant constructions. Used as industrial site during a century there can be still seen rusted constructions for limestone works. Even though they are not considered as valuable elements of cultural heritage, the contrast of form and color with green environment creates particular characteristics of the area. Also few of them form a landmark along with chimney of old industrial building placed at the entrance to the quarry.''

''The site was related to tragic events of II World War, where prisoners of Plaszow Labor Camp, placed within a half of kilometer, were working. In the northern part there can be seen a monument for 21 Poles, killed in quarry in 1944. In 1990s the Liban quarry became a 'scene' for filming 'Schindler's List' movie. There still can be found fake sets that became particular for the place (for ex. path with grave stones).''

''Next to the quarry, there is one of the oldest constructed elements in Krakow - the Krakus Mound. Being one of the highest points in the city it also contributes to the scale of the quarry, where difference between highest point of mound and lowest in quarry reaches 60m.''

* Illustration: Map; sketches; short descriptive analyses
<gallery caption="Analytical Drawings " widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Section Liban Quarry.jpg|Section (dimension, difference in height, views)
File:Landcover.jpg|The landcover
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Analytical drawings ==
''Please add four analytical sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) of your case and take the following aspects into account:''
* ''natural dynamic versus cultural framework - in how far do these two forces come together in your case?''
<gallery caption="Analytical Drawings " widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:Birch on railroad tracks.jpg|The formal railroad tracks turn out to be a perfect 'bed' for birch trees. There may be several factors: first, as result of laying the tracks certain land works were done where limestone was replaced with loose materials; second, the rails had become a 'trap' for tree seeds; third, rails kept the leaves and other organic materials that led to formation humus between the lines. As result, the root system of trees and trails in complex decreasing erosion and protect from landslides. The birches also form high narrow path space that lead along the cliff.
File:Gravestone paths.jpg|It is important to notice that stones were placed as a decoration for movie, they are not real grave stones. After the film was done the scenery were abounded and in last twenty years, as result of competition the willow bushes had densely enclosed the paths thereby creating green tunnel by vertical structure and providing contrasting walking experience. The bared roots of willow is the results of flooding when place become inaccessible.
File:Rusted constructions.jpg| ...
</gallery>

* ''dynamic through the year (you may imagine how the site looks in spring and summer, maybe you also remember it)''
<gallery caption="Analytical Drawings " widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Summer LS.jpg|analytical drawing 1
File:AutumnLS.jpg|analytical drawing 2
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Projective drawings ==
* ''Please add four projective sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) for your case and take the following aspects into account:''
** ''How would you like this case to change in the near future? (in 1-2 years)''
** ''And how could it look like in 10-15 years?''

<gallery caption="Projective Drawings " widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
Image:yourfilename1.jpg|projective drawing 1
Image:yourfilename2.jpg|projective drawing 2
Image:yourfilename3.jpg|projective drawing 3
Image:yourfilename4.jpg|projective drawing 4
</gallery>

== Summary and conclusion ==
''Please summarize your case and give arguments for your projective design (approx 150 words).''

== Image Gallery ==

<gallery caption="Image Gallery" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:IMG 6915.JPG|Area of affected by Eutrophication process
File:IMG 6881.JPG|Xerothermic sward
File:IMG 6826.JPG|Eastern part quarry
File:Panorama leban.jpg|Panorama from Krakus mound
</gallery>

== References ==
''* Please make sure that you give proper references of all external resources used.''

''* Do not use images of which you do not hold the copyright.''

''* Please add internet links to other resources if necessary.''

----
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Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-01T23:15:11Z

Ilona.feklistova: /* Analytical drawings */

---> back to group page [[Planting_Design_2013_-_Working_Group_27|working group 27]]

'''''Please add the title of your case study here, adjust the map coordinates and replace the moa image with a characteristic image of your site'''''

{| align="right" width="300pt" style="background:Gainsboro; color:black"
|-
| '''Name''' ||style="background:Lavender"| '' Liban Quarry''
|-
| '''Location''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Krakow''
|-
| '''Country''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Poland''
|-
| '''Authors''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Ilona Feklistova''
|-
| colspan="3" align="center" style="background:silver"| [[File:IMG 6821.JPG|300px]]
|-
| ||style="background:Lavender"|
|-
| colspan="3" align="center" style="background:silver"| {{#widget:GoogleMaps
|width=300
|height=200
|lat=50.021119
|lng=19.572334
|zoom=8
|centermarker=yes
|maptypecontrol=yes
|overviewmapcontrol=yes
|largemapcontrol=yes
|scalecontrol=yes
}}
|}

== Rationale: Why is this case interesting? ==

The area known as Liban quarry is an abandoned limestone extraction site. Placed only within 2,5 km from historical center of Krakow, the site became a sanctuary for wild life within last thirty years. The area does not have any official status and protection, but it has particular characteristics that attracts local people including me to come here for recreation.
* ''Why did you select it?''
There are some relatively negative tendencies like eutrophication, spreading of invasive plants and overgrowing of valuable xerothermic plant communities. Thereby I want to make clear for myself as a landscape architecture if we should intervene in this kind of natural processes, even though it is an urban area, and if ‘yes’, where is the border between design and maintenance of the site and disturbing already established environment.
* ''Is it exemplary for a specific theme or a problem?''
Overall, it is related to technogenic landscapes, restoration and new functions of similar sites.
* ''In how far does it relate to your life?''
As you can see the site is placed in Poland,so it is not directly related to me and I had discovered it by accident during my research that was not related to that place. At the same time, it is possible to see many limestone quarries in Estonia with similar characteristics, some of them are abandoned, others will be out of use in the future, hence the issues can be relatively similar to Liban quarry.

== Author's perspective ==
''As a student of landscape architecture I want to understand what are the existing qualities of place, potentials and tendencies, and considering them to find better solution from ecological and social perspective ''

== Landscape and/or urban context of your case ==

The Liban quarry is a result of dramatic changes in topography made by human during the last century and natural process of last thirty years. As result, the area has a range of particular characteristics and values from bio-geographical as well as cultural standpoint.

*''Biogeography and dynamics''

''Topography is one of the most important characteristics of the site and contributes to the large diversity in biotopes. It is placed in Carpathian foredeep where base is formed by limestone plateau covered with glacial deposits. The experience of steep rocks reaching of 38 m changes with sun movement where the most dramatic can be seen the 'burning' rocks on South and contrasting shaded areas on North during the sunset.''

''The site is highly reach in biotopes; the area of Liban quarry serve as a refuge for water birds; upper meadows are highly diverse in plant species and provide habitat for many insects, birds and small mammals, woodlands bordering with quarry are mainly formed by broad-leaved species. Xerothermic grasslands characterize the site and are of great value.''

''The are also some negative tendencies, like erosion and landslides, spreading of invasive species, process of eutrophication in frequently flooded areas and overgrowing xerothermic grasslands with bushes.''

*''Cultural features''

''Due to topography the area was bypassed by any significant constructions. Used as industrial site during a century there can be still seen rusted constructions for limestone works. Even though they are not considered as valuable elements of cultural heritage, the contrast of form and color with green environment creates particular characteristics of the area. Also few of them form a landmark along with chimney of old industrial building placed at the entrance to the quarry.''

''The site was related to tragic events of II World War, where prisoners of Plaszow Labor Camp, placed within a half of kilometer, were working. In the northern part there can be seen a monument for 21 Poles, killed in quarry in 1944. In 1990s the Liban quarry became a 'scene' for filming 'Schindler's List' movie. There still can be found fake sets that became particular for the place (for ex. path with grave stones).''

''Next to the quarry, there is one of the oldest constructed elements in Krakow - the Krakus Mound. Being one of the highest points in the city it also contributes to the scale of the quarry, where difference between highest point of mound and lowest in quarry reaches 60m.''

* Illustration: Map; sketches; short descriptive analyses
<gallery caption="Analytical Drawings " widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Section Liban Quarry.jpg|Section (dimension, difference in height, views)
File:Landcover.jpg|The landcover
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Analytical drawings ==
''Please add four analytical sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) of your case and take the following aspects into account:''
* ''natural dynamic versus cultural framework - in how far do these two forces come together in your case?''
<gallery caption="Analytical Drawings " widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:Birch on railroad tracks.jpg|The formal railroad tracks turn out to be a perfect 'bed' for birch trees. There may be several factors: first, as result of laying the tracks certain land works were done where limestone was replaced with loose materials; second, the rails had become a 'trap' for tree seeds; third, rails kept the leaves and other organic materials that led to formation humus between the lines. As result, the root system of trees and trails in complex decreasing erosion and protect from landslides. The birches also form high narrow path space that lead along the cliff.
File:Gravestone paths.jpg|It is important to notice that stones were placed as a decoration for movie, they are not real grave stones. After the film was done the scenery were abounded and in last twenty years, as result of competition the willow bushes had densely enclosed the paths thereby creating green tunnel by vertical structure and providing contrasting walking experience. The bared roots of willow is the results of .....
File:Rusted constructions.jpg| ...
</gallery>

* ''dynamic through the year (you may imagine how the site looks in spring and summer, maybe you also remember it)''
<gallery caption="Analytical Drawings " widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Summer LS.jpg|analytical drawing 1
File:AutumnLS.jpg|analytical drawing 2
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Projective drawings ==
* ''Please add four projective sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) for your case and take the following aspects into account:''
** ''How would you like this case to change in the near future? (in 1-2 years)''
** ''And how could it look like in 10-15 years?''

<gallery caption="Projective Drawings " widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
Image:yourfilename1.jpg|projective drawing 1
Image:yourfilename2.jpg|projective drawing 2
Image:yourfilename3.jpg|projective drawing 3
Image:yourfilename4.jpg|projective drawing 4
</gallery>

== Summary and conclusion ==
''Please summarize your case and give arguments for your projective design (approx 150 words).''

== Image Gallery ==

<gallery caption="Image Gallery" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:IMG 6915.JPG|Area of affected by Eutrophication process
File:IMG 6881.JPG|Xerothermic sward
File:IMG 6826.JPG|Eastern part quarry
File:Panorama leban.jpg|Panorama from Krakus mound
</gallery>

== References ==
''* Please make sure that you give proper references of all external resources used.''

''* Do not use images of which you do not hold the copyright.''

''* Please add internet links to other resources if necessary.''

----
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Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-01T23:00:39Z

Ilona.feklistova: /* Landscape and/or urban context of your case */

---> back to group page [[Planting_Design_2013_-_Working_Group_27|working group 27]]

'''''Please add the title of your case study here, adjust the map coordinates and replace the moa image with a characteristic image of your site'''''

{| align="right" width="300pt" style="background:Gainsboro; color:black"
|-
| '''Name''' ||style="background:Lavender"| '' Liban Quarry''
|-
| '''Location''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Krakow''
|-
| '''Country''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Poland''
|-
| '''Authors''' || style="background:Lavender"|''Ilona Feklistova''
|-
| colspan="3" align="center" style="background:silver"| [[File:IMG 6821.JPG|300px]]
|-
| ||style="background:Lavender"|
|-
| colspan="3" align="center" style="background:silver"| {{#widget:GoogleMaps
|width=300
|height=200
|lat=50.021119
|lng=19.572334
|zoom=8
|centermarker=yes
|maptypecontrol=yes
|overviewmapcontrol=yes
|largemapcontrol=yes
|scalecontrol=yes
}}
|}

== Rationale: Why is this case interesting? ==

The area known as Liban quarry is an abandoned limestone extraction site. Placed only within 2,5 km from historical center of Krakow, the site became a sanctuary for wild life within last thirty years. The area does not have any official status and protection, but it has particular characteristics that attracts local people including me to come here for recreation.
* ''Why did you select it?''
There are some relatively negative tendencies like eutrophication, spreading of invasive plants and overgrowing of valuable xerothermic plant communities. Thereby I want to make clear for myself as a landscape architecture if we should intervene in this kind of natural processes, even though it is an urban area, and if ‘yes’, where is the border between design and maintenance of the site and disturbing already established environment.
* ''Is it exemplary for a specific theme or a problem?''
Overall, it is related to technogenic landscapes, restoration and new functions of similar sites.
* ''In how far does it relate to your life?''
As you can see the site is placed in Poland,so it is not directly related to me and I had discovered it by accident during my research that was not related to that place. At the same time, it is possible to see many limestone quarries in Estonia with similar characteristics, some of them are abandoned, others will be out of use in the future, hence the issues can be relatively similar to Liban quarry.

== Author's perspective ==
''As a student of landscape architecture I want to understand what are the existing qualities of place, potentials and tendencies, and considering them to find better solution from ecological and social perspective ''

== Landscape and/or urban context of your case ==

The Liban quarry is a result of dramatic changes in topography made by human during the last century and natural process of last thirty years. As result, the area has a range of particular characteristics and values from bio-geographical as well as cultural standpoint.

*''Biogeography and dynamics''

''Topography is one of the most important characteristics of the site and contributes to the large diversity in biotopes. It is placed in Carpathian foredeep where base is formed by limestone plateau covered with glacial deposits. The experience of steep rocks reaching of 38 m changes with sun movement where the most dramatic can be seen the 'burning' rocks on South and contrasting shaded areas on North during the sunset.''

''The site is highly reach in biotopes; the area of Liban quarry serve as a refuge for water birds; upper meadows are highly diverse in plant species and provide habitat for many insects, birds and small mammals, woodlands bordering with quarry are mainly formed by broad-leaved species. Xerothermic grasslands characterize the site and are of great value.''

''The are also some negative tendencies, like erosion and landslides, spreading of invasive species, process of eutrophication in frequently flooded areas and overgrowing xerothermic grasslands with bushes.''

*''Cultural features''

''Due to topography the area was bypassed by any significant constructions. Used as industrial site during a century there can be still seen rusted constructions for limestone works. Even though they are not considered as valuable elements of cultural heritage, the contrast of form and color with green environment creates particular characteristics of the area. Also few of them form a landmark along with chimney of old industrial building placed at the entrance to the quarry.''

''The site was related to tragic events of II World War, where prisoners of Plaszow Labor Camp, placed within a half of kilometer, were working. In the northern part there can be seen a monument for 21 Poles, killed in quarry in 1944. In 1990s the Liban quarry became a 'scene' for filming 'Schindler's List' movie. There still can be found fake sets that became particular for the place (for ex. path with grave stones).''

''Next to the quarry, there is one of the oldest constructed elements in Krakow - the Krakus Mound. Being one of the highest points in the city it also contributes to the scale of the quarry, where difference between highest point of mound and lowest in quarry reaches 60m.''

* Illustration: Map; sketches; short descriptive analyses
<gallery caption="Analytical Drawings " widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Section Liban Quarry.jpg|Section (dimension, difference in height, views)
File:Landcover.jpg|The landcover
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Analytical drawings ==
''Please add four analytical sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) of your case and take the following aspects into account:''
* ''natural dynamic versus cultural framework - in how far do these two forces come together in your case?''
<gallery caption="Analytical Drawings " widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:Birch on railroad tracks.jpg|The formal railroad tracks turn out to be a perfect 'bed' for birch trees. There may be several factors: first, as result of laying the tracks certain land works were done where limestone was replaced with loose materials; second, the rails had become a 'trap' for tree seeds; third, rails kept the leaves and other organic materials that led to formation humus between the lines. As result, the root system of trees and trails in complex decreasing erosion and protect from landslides. The birches also form high narrow path space that lead along the cliff.
File:Gravestone paths.jpg|It is important to notice that stones were placed as a decoration for movie, they are not real grave stones. After the film was done the scenery were abounded and in last twenty years, as result of competition the willow bushes had densely enclosed the paths thereby creating green tunnel by verticul structure and providing contrasting walking experience.
File:Rusted constructions.jpg| ...
</gallery>

* ''dynamic through the year (you may imagine how the site looks in spring and summer, maybe you also remember it)''
<gallery caption="Analytical Drawings " widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Summer LS.jpg|analytical drawing 1
File:AutumnLS.jpg|analytical drawing 2
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Projective drawings ==
* ''Please add four projective sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) for your case and take the following aspects into account:''
** ''How would you like this case to change in the near future? (in 1-2 years)''
** ''And how could it look like in 10-15 years?''

<gallery caption="Projective Drawings " widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
Image:yourfilename1.jpg|projective drawing 1
Image:yourfilename2.jpg|projective drawing 2
Image:yourfilename3.jpg|projective drawing 3
Image:yourfilename4.jpg|projective drawing 4
</gallery>

== Summary and conclusion ==
''Please summarize your case and give arguments for your projective design (approx 150 words).''

== Image Gallery ==

<gallery caption="Image Gallery" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:IMG 6915.JPG|Area of affected by Eutrophication process
File:IMG 6881.JPG|Xerothermic sward
File:IMG 6826.JPG|Eastern part quarry
File:Panorama leban.jpg|Panorama from Krakus mound
</gallery>

== References ==
''* Please make sure that you give proper references of all external resources used.''

''* Do not use images of which you do not hold the copyright.''

''* Please add internet links to other resources if necessary.''

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Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-01T22:53:59Z

Ilona.feklistova: /* Analytical drawings */

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'''''Please add the title of your case study here, adjust the map coordinates and replace the moa image with a characteristic image of your site'''''

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== Rationale: Why is this case interesting? ==

The area known as Liban quarry is an abandoned limestone extraction site. Placed only within 2,5 km from historical center of Krakow, the site became a sanctuary for wild life within last thirty years. The area does not have any official status and protection, but it has particular characteristics that attracts local people including me to come here for recreation.
* ''Why did you select it?''
There are some relatively negative tendencies like eutrophication, spreading of invasive plants and overgrowing of valuable xerothermic plant communities. Thereby I want to make clear for myself as a landscape architecture if we should intervene in this kind of natural processes, even though it is an urban area, and if ‘yes’, where is the border between design and maintenance of the site and disturbing already established environment.
* ''Is it exemplary for a specific theme or a problem?''
Overall, it is related to technogenic landscapes, restoration and new functions of similar sites.
* ''In how far does it relate to your life?''
As you can see the site is placed in Poland,so it is not directly related to me and I had discovered it by accident during my research that was not related to that place. At the same time, it is possible to see many limestone quarries in Estonia with similar characteristics, some of them are abandoned, others will be out of use in the future, hence the issues can be relatively similar to Liban quarry.

== Author's perspective ==
''As a student of landscape architecture I want to understand what are the existing qualities of place, potentials and tendencies, and considering them to find better solution from ecological and social perspective ''

== Landscape and/or urban context of your case ==

The Liban quarry is a result of dramatic changes in topography made by human during the last century and natural process of last thirty years. As result, the area has a range of particular characteristics and values from bio-geographical as well as cultural standpoint.

*''Biogeography and dynamics''

''Topography is one of the most important characteristics of the site and contributes to the large diversity in biotopes. It is placed in Carpathian foredeep where base is formed by limestone plateau covered with glacial deposits. The experience of steep rocks reaching of 38 m changes with sun movement where the most dramatic can be seen the 'burning' rocks on South and contrasting shaded areas on North during the sunset.''

''The site is highly reach in biotopes; the area of Liban quarry serve as a refuge for water birds; upper meadows are highly diverse in plant species and provide habitat for many insects, birds and small mammals, woodlands bordering with quarry are mainly formed by broad-leaved species. Xerothermic grasslands characterize the site and are of great value.''

''The are also some negative tendencies, like erosion and landslides, spreading of invasive species, process of eutrophication in frequently flooded areas and overgrowing xerothermic grasslands with bushes.''

*''Cultural features''

''Due to topography the area was bypassed by any significant constructions. Used as industrial site during a century there can be still seen rusted constructions for limestone works. Even though they are not considered as valuable elements of cultural heritage, the contrast of form and color with green environment creates particular characteristics of the area. Also few of them form a landmark along with chimney of old industrial building placed at the entrance to the quarry.''

''The site was related to tragic events of II World War, where prisoners of Plaszow Labor Camp, placed within a half of kilometer, were working. In the northern part there can be seen a monument for 21 Poles, killed in quarry in 1944. In 1990s the Liban quarry became a 'scene' for filming 'Schindler's List' movie. There still can be found fake sets that became particular for the place (for ex. path with grave stones).''

''Next to the quarry, there is one of the oldest constructed elements in Krakow - the Krakus Mound. Being one of the highest points in the city it also contributes to the scale of the quarry, where difference between highest point of mound and lowest in quarry reaches 60m.''

* Illustration: Map; sketches; short descriptive analyses

== Analytical drawings ==
''Please add four analytical sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) of your case and take the following aspects into account:''
* ''natural dynamic versus cultural framework - in how far do these two forces come together in your case?''
<gallery caption="Analytical Drawings " widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:Birch on railroad tracks.jpg|The formal railroad tracks turn out to be a perfect 'bed' for birch trees. There may be several factors: first, as result of laying the tracks certain land works were done where limestone was replaced with loose materials; second, the rails had become a 'trap' for tree seeds; third, rails kept the leaves and other organic materials that led to formation humus between the lines. As result, the root system of trees and trails in complex decreasing erosion and protect from landslides. The birches also form high narrow path space that lead along the cliff.
File:Gravestone paths.jpg|It is important to notice that stones were placed as a decoration for movie, they are not real grave stones. After the film was done the scenery were abounded and in last twenty years, as result of competition the willow bushes had densely enclosed the paths thereby creating green tunnel by verticul structure and providing contrasting walking experience.
File:Rusted constructions.jpg| ...
</gallery>

* ''dynamic through the year (you may imagine how the site looks in spring and summer, maybe you also remember it)''
<gallery caption="Analytical Drawings " widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="2">
File:Summer LS.jpg|analytical drawing 1
File:AutumnLS.jpg|analytical drawing 2
</gallery>

* ''highlight potentials and problems''

== Projective drawings ==
* ''Please add four projective sketches/drawings (or montages/schemes) for your case and take the following aspects into account:''
** ''How would you like this case to change in the near future? (in 1-2 years)''
** ''And how could it look like in 10-15 years?''

<gallery caption="Projective Drawings " widths="150px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
Image:yourfilename1.jpg|projective drawing 1
Image:yourfilename2.jpg|projective drawing 2
Image:yourfilename3.jpg|projective drawing 3
Image:yourfilename4.jpg|projective drawing 4
</gallery>

== Summary and conclusion ==
''Please summarize your case and give arguments for your projective design (approx 150 words).''

== Image Gallery ==

<gallery caption="Image Gallery" widths="300px" heights="150px" perrow="4">
File:IMG 6915.JPG|Area of affected by Eutrophication process
File:IMG 6881.JPG|Xerothermic sward
File:IMG 6826.JPG|Eastern part quarry
File:Panorama leban.jpg|Panorama from Krakus mound
</gallery>

== References ==
''* Please make sure that you give proper references of all external resources used.''

''* Do not use images of which you do not hold the copyright.''

''* Please add internet links to other resources if necessary.''

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Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-01T21:51:38Z

Ilona.feklistova: /* Analytical drawings */

Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-01T21:50:04Z

Ilona.feklistova: /* Analytical drawings */

File:Rusted constructions.jpg

2013-12-01T21:44:40Z

Ilona.feklistova:

File:Summer LS.jpg

2013-12-01T21:43:40Z

Ilona.feklistova:

File:Section Liban Quarry.jpg

2013-12-01T21:41:06Z

Ilona.feklistova:

File:Scenery for movie.jpg

2013-12-01T21:39:55Z

Ilona.feklistova:

File:Landcover.jpg

2013-12-01T21:39:00Z

Ilona.feklistova:

File:Gravestone paths.jpg

2013-12-01T21:38:19Z

Ilona.feklistova:

File:Birch on railroad tracks.jpg

2013-12-01T21:37:23Z

Ilona.feklistova:

File:AutumnLS.jpg

2013-12-01T21:36:43Z

Ilona.feklistova:

Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-01T17:11:01Z

Ilona.feklistova: /* Image Gallery */

Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-01T17:06:45Z

Ilona.feklistova: /* Image Gallery */

Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-01T17:06:06Z

Ilona.feklistova: /* Image Gallery */

Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-01T17:04:42Z

Ilona.feklistova: /* Image Gallery */

Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-01T17:03:54Z

Ilona.feklistova: /* Analytical drawings */

Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-01T11:11:08Z

Ilona.feklistova: /* Landscape and/or urban context of your case */

Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-01T11:09:23Z

Ilona.feklistova: /* Landscape and/or urban context of your case */

Planting Design 2013 Working Group 27 - Case Study A

2013-12-01T09:45:02Z

Ilona.feklistova: /* Landscape and/or urban context of your case */