Plant Systems for the Anthropocene: Strategies for Design and Care With Claudia West (3.25 CEUs)
In this immersive workshop, Claudia West introduces her firm’s innovative approach—combining ecological models, computer simulations, and restoration strategies to design resilient, low-maintenance plant systems. These systems address real-world challenges such as tight budgets, tough site conditions, and limited horticultural expertise. Claudia will explore the transformative potential of more autonomous planting strategies to combat habitat loss and species decline in an urbanizing, warming world. Through compelling case studies, she will demonstrate how well-designed plant systems can support biodiversity while enriching the human experience. Participants will engage in hands-on design exercises and group discussions to apply these ideas in practice. This one-day workshop is specifically designed for landscape designers and architects.
