Human Factors in Landscape Architecture

ARCH X 472.23

Learn the basic principles guiding the successful design of space. Human factors, engineering, natural processes, human capabilities, and limitations are woven into the design of environments.

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What you can learn.

Understand human motivation and behavior patterns
Evaluate the aesthetic, social, and ecological successes of existing landscapes to inform future design decisions
Observe social factors as an element affecting design and as essential to effective design
Utilize community facilitation as part of the design process, the design program, and final design concept
Develop the ability to embody an idea within the landscape that is sensitive to culture, demography, and geography

About this course:

This course presents an introduction to current concepts and research on how people interact with their environments and how design shapes human behavior and perception. Topics include the cultural and social determinants of territoriality; personal space and life style as design generators; designing for community, privacy, and safety; perception and recognition of urban form; designing streets and plazas for pedestrian use; the sensory environment; and learning from and programming for clients.

Prerequisites

ARCH X 472.19 Design 6: Concept Development.

Winter 2026 Schedule

January 7 - March 18

Sunday, Wednesday

Future Offering (Opens November 03, 2025 12:00:00 AM)

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Instructor: Eileen Alduenda

405773

Fee:

$1,069.00

Hybrid

Location: Field Trip, Remote Classroom

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Notes

Students are required to attend two of the three in person site visits listed below.
In person meetings: Jan 25 - Glendale; Feb 11 - Pasadena; Mar 1 - Downtown Los Angeles
No class meeting: Jan. 28; Mar. 4
This hybrid section is made up of In Person and Live Online instruction.
International Students: This hybrid section is not considered in person for immigration purposes.
Visitors not permitted
Internet access required. Materials required.

Refund Deadline

Refunds only available from November 03, 2025 to January 18, 2026

Course Requirements

Book: The Death and Life of Great American Cities by Jane Jacobs

ISBN 067974195X

Book: How To Study Public Life by Jan Gehl, Birgitte Svarre

ISBN 978-1610914239

Book: Form and Fabric in Landscape Architecture: A Visual Introduction by Catherine Dee

ISBN 978-0415246378

Book: The Image of the City by Kevin Lynch

ISBN 978-0262620017

Book: Urban Acupuncture: Celebrating Pinpricks of Change that Enrich City Life

ISBN 9781610917278

Schedule

Type

Date

Time

Location

Lecture

Wed Jan 7, 2026

6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT

Remote Classroom

Lecture

Wed Jan 14, 2026

6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT

Remote Classroom

Lecture

Wed Jan 21, 2026

6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT

Remote Classroom

Off-Site

Sun Jan 25, 2026

11:00AM PT - 3:00PM PT

Field Trip

Lecture

Wed Feb 4, 2026

6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT

Remote Classroom

Off-Site

Wed Feb 11, 2026

6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT

Field Trip

Lecture

Wed Feb 18, 2026

6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT

Remote Classroom

Lecture

Wed Feb 25, 2026

6:00PM PT - 9:00PM PT

Remote Classroom

Off-Site

Sun Mar 1, 2026

11:00AM PT - 4:00PM PT

Field Trip

Discussion

Wed Mar 11, 2026

6:00PM PT - 8:00PM PT

Remote Classroom

Lecture

Wed Mar 18, 2026

6:00PM PT - 7:30PM PT

Remote Classroom

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