Landscape architecture helps to define outdoor spaces, making them not only more user friendly and accessible, but also more aesthetically pleasing as well. More public spaces from city bus stops to waterfront parks are taking the time to hire landscape architects to help them make the most of their surroundings, catering to visitors and viewers alike. Check out these 9 landscape architecture trends for public spaces to help give you an idea of what may be possible for your space.




Waterfront establishments get a lot of attention with visitors, patrons and workers all wanting to get a glimpse of the view. That may be why one of the latest trends in architectural landscaping is to include built in seating within the boardwalks and landings for guests to have a chance to sit and enjoy the sights

Hunter’s Point South Waterfront Park New York, a multiple award winning landscape project by Weiss/Manfredi and Thomas Balsley Associates, uses not only an elevated boardwalk, but interesting benches made of the same material. They add a cohesive element to the design of the space, while at the same time drawing the eye to the stunning New York City skyline.




There is something about nature that often draws people near. This natural pool in Murg, Germany, lets people get right up close and personal by extending wooden boardwalks and paths around its edge and right out over the water itself. This allows anyone to get a better appreciation of the space and to make better use of the pool as a whole.


This unique and sustainable pool uses biological water treatment and solar heat. The modified wood walkways complement this ecological approach as well with their non-toxic and sustainable materials.


Originally writen by kebony and most pictures collected from pinterest