Our Landscape

One Mans Vision, the Development of Space, and Designing a Personal Place Within Natures Kingdom
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Riverside Public Library 1 Burling Road Riverside, IL 60546

Built in 1930 Limestone Structure Tudor Revival Style Sits Along the Banks of the Des Plaines River Original Size was 7,500 Square Feet Current Size is 17,500 Square Feet

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Landscape Architecture & Landscape Gardening Riverside Public Library

Riverside, Illinois is one of the first planned communities (suburbs) in the United States. Riverside was designed by famed Landscape Architect Frederick Law Olmsted in 1869, and it was given a National Historic Landmark designation in 1970. Riverside is famous for expansive green parkways, gas-lit street lamps, and curved streets. 5/4/12 Visitors come to the Riverside Public Library for both general

Landscape Architecture & Landscape Gardening Guide

Find out about the life of Riverside designer Frederick Law Olmsted and why he is considered to be the Father of Landscape Architecture in the United States. Learn about his creations and why they are so important to landscape architecture in the United States. Find out which plants grow in specific geographic areas, which plants are native to Illinois, and which plants will work best in your landscape design. Take Olmsteds vision and make it your own by creating and maintaining a landscape for your own personal place. 5/4/12

Frederick Law Olmsted, 1822 1903.

Frederick Law Olmsted: Essential Texts The Gardeners Cottage in Riverside, Illinois: Living in a Small Masterpiece -Frank Lloyd Wright, Jens Jensen, and Frederick Law Olmsted

G enius of Place: The Life of Frederick Law Olmsted Abolitionist, Conservationist, and Designer of Central Park The Master List of Design Projects of the Olmsted Firm 1857-1979
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Frederick Law Olmsted, Selection #1 Frederick Law Olmsted: Essential Texts

Edited by Robert Twombly Many of the most important writings of Frederick Law Olmsted are carefully selected and compiled in this anthology. From the 1850s to the 1890s, find out in Olmsteds own words about his theories of landscape architecture. Some of the most important issues on preservation and the environment of his day are addressed. This is an appropriate resource for learning about the most influential person in American landscape architecture and understanding his legacy in every landscape and garden, no matter how big or small. Circulating Olmsted, F. L., & Twombly, R. C. (Eds.). (2011). Frederick Law Olmsted, essential texts. New York: W.W. Norton & Company, Inc.

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The Gardeners Cottage in Riverside, Illinois: Living in a Small Masterpiece -Frank Lloyd Wright, Jens Jensen, and Frederick Law Olmsted By Cathy Jean Maloney
Many landscape historians acknowledge Riverside as the first or one of the first suburbs in the United States. Learn about Frederick Law Olmsteds vision, design, and creation of Riverside, Illinois. The Gardeners Cottage explains the history of the area, its residents, and how Olmsteds Riverside served as a canvas for famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright and landscape architect Jens Jenson. This is an appropriate resource for learning about the most influential person in American landscape architecture and understanding his legacy in every landscape and garden, no matter how big or small. Circulating 5/4/12 Maloney, C.J. (2008). The gardeners cottage in Riverside, Illinois. Chicago: University of Chicago Press.

Genius of Place: The Life of Frederick Law Olmsted Abolitionist, Conservationist, and Designer of Central Park By Justin Martin
Learn about the fascinating life of world renowned landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted. From birth to death, readers will gain knowledge of his early influences, personal tragedies, and professional achievements. Aside from being celebrated as designing New Yorks Central Park and the U.S. Capitol Grounds, he was also a journalist, preservationist, Civil War hero, and abolitionist. This is an appropriate resource for learning about the most influential person in American landscape architecture and understanding his legacy in every landscape and garden, no matter how big or small. Circulating Martin, J. (2013). Genius of place, the life of Frederick Law Olmsted. Cambridge, MA: Da Capo Press. 5/4/12

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The Master List of Design Projects of the Olmsted Firm 1857-1979 This detailed guide helps readers gain a behind the scenes look at some of the most well-known places the Olmsted Firm created. This second edition expounds on the first by including new research, illustrations, and essays. It also lists over 6,000 projects the Olmsted Firm tackled in its 122 year existence. This is an appropriate resource for learning about the history of the most influential landscape architecture firm in America. Circulating Lawliss, L., Loughlin, C., Meier, L. (Eds.). (2008). The master list of design projects of the Olmsted firm, 1857-1979. Washington, D.C.: Natlional Association for Olmsted Parks. 5/4/12

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Our Landscaped World

Creating Central Park Eden on the Charles: The Making of Boston A Genius For Place: American Landscapes of the Country Place Era Lady on the Hill: How Biltmore Estate Became an American Icon. Lee Friedlander Photographs, Frederick Law Olmsted Landscapes The National Mall: Rethinking Washingtons Monumental Core 5/4/12 Public Parks: The Key to Livable Communities

Our Landscaped World , Selection #1

Creating Central Park By Morrison H. Heckscher
In 2003, New Yorks Central Park celebrated the 150th anniversary of the competition to design the park. Creating Central Park celebrates the sesquicentennial of one of Frederick Law Olmsteds greatest achievements. This publication tells the true story of the competition, public opinion at that time, how the site was chosen, and the construction of Central Park. Learn why Central Park continues to be seen as, Americas greatest contribution to landscape architecture and urban parks. This resource illustrates the importance of New Yorks Central Park, Frederick Law Olmsted, and the legacy of those influences in all landscapes. Circulating Hecksher, M.J. (2008). Creating Central Park. Metropolitan 5/4/12 Museum of Art Bulletin, Winter. New York: Metropolitan Museum of Art.

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Eden on the Charles: The making of Boston By Michael Rawson
Follow the true story of how Bostonians struggled to bring beauty, functionality, and sanitation to one of Americas oldest cities. One of the first cities to embrace the challenges of rapid urbanization was Boston. Eden on the Charles shows how Boston was in the forefront of water sanitation, transportation, and the design of preservation and greenways. Special attention is paid to the Boston Park System, which was designed by famed landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted. This resource illustrates the importance of the Boston Park System, Frederick Law Olmsted, and the legacy of those influences in all landscapes. Non-Circulating Rawson, M. (2010). Eden on the Charles, the making of Boston. Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press. 5/4/12

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A Genius For Place: American landscapes of the Country Place Era By Robin Karson Experience the retelling of the history of the development and distinct American style of landscape architecture. Enjoy photographs, both past and present, as well as narratives about various sites across the United States. Beginning from Frederick Law Olmsted, A Genius For Place celebrates the process of American landscape. This resource illustrates the importance of planned landscaping projects across the United States, Frederick Law Olmsted, and how they both have influenced the art of landscaping. Circulating Karson, R. S., & , (2007). A genius for place, American landscapes of the country place era. University of Massachusetts Press. 5/4/12

Our Landscaped World, Selection #4

Lady on the Hill: How Biltmore Estate Became an American Icon By Howard E. Covington, Jr. Lady on the Hill: How Biltmore Estate Became an American Icon tells the true story of the purchase, design, and construction of the Biltmore Estate. An exciting story of the Vanderbilt family accompanies colorful photographs and illustration. Special attention is paid to the Biltmore landscaping, which happen to be a design by Frederick Law Olmsted. This resource illustrates the importance of the Biltmore Estate landscaping, Frederick Law Olmsted, and the legacy of both influences in all landscapes. Non-Circulating Covington, H. E. (2006). Lady on the hill, how Biltmore estate became an American icon. Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 5/4/12

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Lee Friedlander photographs, Frederick Law Olmsted landscapes By Lee Freidlander Famed photographer, Lee Friedlander, captures the essence of some of Frederick Law Olmsteds greatest landscaping achievements in beautiful black and white. Friedlander photographs some of Americas landscaping jewels such as the Niagara reservation, Washington Park, the Biltmore Estate, and New Yorks Central Park. This is an important resource for giving the reader a visual experience of the enormous importance of landscape planning in the United States. Non-Circulating Friedlander, L., & , (2007). Lee Friedlander photographs,Frederick Law Olmsted landscapes. New York: Distributed Art Publishers, Inc. 5/4/12

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The National Mall: Rethinking Washingtons Monumental Core, Edited by Nathan Glazer and Cynthia R. Field The National Mall in Washington, D.C. is beautifully captured in photographs and celebrated in thoughtful essays. Learn about how Frederick Law Olmsted designed the National Mall, how the landscaping marvel has been both a place for protest, sorrow, and celebration, and what challenges face the National Mall today. This is an appropriate resource for teaching the reader about the importance of the planned landscape of the U.S. Capital, landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted, and how we view planned forms in public places. Non-Circulating Glazer, N., & Field C. R. (Eds.). (2008). The national mall: rethinking Washington's monumental core. Baltimore, MD: John Hopkins University Press. 5/4/12

Our Landscaped World, Selection #7

Public Parks: The Key to Livable Communities By Alexander Garvin
There is an enormous amount of thought, foresight, and work that contributes to a public park. Public Parks: The Key to Livable Communities explains in great detail the history, design, financing, maintenance, and governance of publics parks in the United States. With color photographs and illustrations, Garvin paints a vibrant picture as to how citizens have benefited from public parks and how they continue to enhance the lives of individuals, families, and communities. This is an important resource in understanding how parks and landscapes positively influence community life. Circulating Garvin, A. (2012). Public parks: the key to livable5/4/12 communities. New York: W. W. Norton & Company, Inc.

Plant and Tree Identification

The Book of Leaves: A Leaf Guide to Six Hundred of the Worlds Great Trees City Trees : ID Guide to Urban and Suburban Species Plant Finder: The Right Plants for Every Garden Trees of Illinois
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Plant and Tree I.D., Selection #1

The Book of Leaves: A Leaf Guide to Six Hundred of the Worlds Great Trees By Alan J. Coombes Botanist Coombes has compiled a 656 page book of 600 of the worlds great trees. Illustrations and photographs adorn pages, and information about each tree is highly detailed. According to the New York Times, The oaks alone will occupy you for days. This is an important tool for any landscaper for identifying the best trees to fit a landscaping project. Non-Circulating Coombes, A. J., & Debreczy, Z. (2010). The book of leaves, a leaf-by-leaf guide to six hundred of the world\'s great trees. Chicago: University Of Chicago Press. 5/4/12

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City Trees: ID Guide to Urban and Suburban Species By Kenneth Schoon Kenneth Schoon is a professor of science education at Indiana University. In City Trees: ID, hes compiled a large list of trees appropriate for both urban and suburban landscape. He pays special attention to climate and the human environment. This is an important tool for any landscaper for identifying the best trees to fit a landscaping project. NonCirculating Schoon, K. J. (2011). City trees, an id guide to urban and suburban species. Chicago: University of Chicago Press.

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Plant Finder: The Right Plants for Every Garden By Tony Rodd Finding the best plants for a gardeners place on the map is essential in planning any landscaping project. What plants and trees work best in Illinois climate? Find out with this 1,000 page guidebook filled with beautiful photographs of each one of its 5,000 entries. This is an important tool for any landscaper for identifying the best trees to fit a landscaping project. Non-Circulating Rodd, T., & Bryant, G. (2008). The plant finder, the right plants for every garden. Ontario: Firefly Books Ltd.

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Trees of Illinois By Linda Kershaw Although this book is geared toward botanists, foresters, horticulturists, and amateur naturalists, its a useful tool both the beginning landscaper and the professional landscaper. Its not possible to grow a Tonto Crape Myrtal in Illinois. It is, however, possible to grow a Scarlet Red Maple. Which one of the 213 species currently growing and thriving in Illinois is right for your landscape? This is an important tool for any landscaper for identifying the best trees to fit a landscaping project. Non-Circulating Kershaw, L., Dunn, C., & Hamilton, C. (2007). Trees of Illinois. Auburn, WA: Lone Pine Publishing. 5/4/12

Landscaping Principles, Practices, & How Its Done

Eco-yards: Simple Steps to EarthFriendly Landscapes The Essential Garden Design Workbook Gaias Garden: A Guide to HomeScale Permaculture Outside the Not So Big House: Creating the Landscape of Home Sustainable Landscaping for Dummies
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Landscaping Practices, Principles, and How Its Done, Selection #1

Eco-yards: Simple steps to Earth-Friendly Landscapes By Laureen Rama Laureen Ramas text teaches an organic approach to landscape gardening. Its possible to produce and maintain a low maintenance home landscape without the use of dangerous pesticides and fertilizers. The big focus is being environmentally respectful to the ecosystem of the landscaping area selected. This is an important resource for a gardener to learn organic landscaping techniques for a better garden environment. Consequently, Frederick Law Olmsted used as little pesticide as possible. Non-Circulating Rama, L. (2011). Eco-yards, simple steps to earth-friendly landscapes. New Society Publishers. 5/4/12

Landscaping Practices, Principles, and How Its Done, Essential Garden Design Workbook Selection #2 The
By Rosemary Alexander This very detailed guide teaches the beginner the fundamentals of landscaping. Learn every stage of the landscaping process from choosing a site to choosing the appropriate landscaping materials. In this new edition, also learn how to harvest rainwater and design a green roof. This is an important basic guide that introduces the reader to not only the basics, but new, cutting-edge gardening and landscaping practices. Circulating Alexander, R. (2010). The essential garden design workbook. Portland, OR: Timber Press.

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Landscaping Practices, Principles, and How Its Done, Selection #3

Gaias Garden: A Guide to Home-Scale Permaculture By Toby Hemenway TobyHemenway proves that a gardener doesnt have to have a lot of space to create not only a beautiful landscape, but also an area which is hospitable to insects, birds, and animals. Learn how anyone can cultivate and sustain a backyard ecosystem. This resource is necessary for learning about a beautiful landscape and everything that lives within it. Circulating Hemenway, T. (2009). Gaia's garden. (2nd ed.). White River Junction, VT: Chelsea Green Publishing.

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Landscaping Practices, Principles, and How Its Done, Selection #4

Outside the Not So Big House: Creating the Landscape of Home By Julie Moir Messervy, Sarah Susanka, and Grey Crawford Blend pathways, ponds, and gazebos with a beautifully landscaped area. Its possible to design a cohesive landscape that complements any home. More importantly, a landscape project need not cost a fortune. Beauty can be attained on a budget. This resource helps people who dont have a lot of space to plan for a landscaping project. Those who appreciate landscaping, but dont think it is possible because of limited space, now have the opportunity to create a beautiful landscape. Circulating Messervy, J. M., Susanka, S., & Crawford, G. (2006). Outside the not so big house, creating the landscape of home. Newtown, CT: Taunton Press. 5/4/12

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Sustainable Landscaping for Dummies By Owen Dell This is the springboard for anyone who is ready to construct or just even consider a landscaping project at home. Learn how to plan, construct, and maintain a sustainable landscape for both large and small yards. This is the most basic resource for people who want to consider a landscaping project. Learn how to find a location, plan a design, and execute that design. Non-Circulating Dell, O. E. (2009). Sustainable landscaping for dummies for Dummies. Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

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Review Sources for Frederick Law Olmsted Frederick Law Olmsted: Essential Texts, Edited by Robert Twombly

Frederick Law Olmsted: essential texts. (n.d.). National Association of Olmsted Parks. Retrieved December 2, 2011, from http:// www.olmsted.org/newspublications/publications/book-reviews/theory/429-frederick-law-olmsted-essential . The Gardeners Cottage in Riverside, Illinois: Living in a Small Masterpiece -Frank Lloyd Wright, Jens Jensen, and Frederick Law Olmsted by Cathy Jean Maloney

Enna, R. (May 26, 2010). Garden book: life with Wright, Jensen, and Olmsted [Review of the book The gardeners cottage in Riverside, Illinois: living in a small masterpiece by Frank Lloyd Wright, Jens Jensen, and Frederick Law Olmsted]. The Seattle Times. Retrieved December 3, 2011, from http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/homegarden/2011925524_gardenbook27.html .
Genius of Place: The Life of Frederick Law Olmsted Abolitionist, Conservationist, and Designer of Central Park by Justin Martin

Kehe, M. (August 29, 2011). Genius of place: Frederick Law Olmsted a man of strange and restless talent dreamed of taking a better, greener world accessible to all [Review of the book Genius of place, the life of Frederick Law Olmsted]. The Christian Science Monitor. Retrieved December 1, 2011, from http://www.csmonitor.com/Books/Book-Reviews/2011/0829/Genius-of-Place. The Master List of Design Projects of the Olmsted Firm 1857-1979

5/4/12 The master list of design projects of the Olmsted firm 1857-1979. (n.d.). The Foundation for Landscape. Retrieved December 7, 2011, from http://www.foundationforlandscapestudies.org/index.php?p=awards&s=2009_jackson_prize .

Review Sources for Our Landscaped World

Creating Central Park by Morrison H. Heckscher Taylor, K. (March 31, 2008). Creating Central Park [Review of the book Creating Central Park]. The New York Sun. Retrieved December 9, 2011, from http://www.nysun.com/arts/creating-central-park/73868/. Eden on the Charles: The making of Boston by Michael Rawson Penna, A. (May 16,2011). Eden on the Charles: the making of Boston [Review of Eden on the Charles: the making of Boston]. The New England Quarterly. Retrieved December 7, 2011 from http://www.mitpressjournals.org/doi/abs/10.1162/TNEQ_r_00092?journalCode=tneq. A Genius For Place: American landscapes of the Country Place Era by Robin Karson Richardson, T. (December, 2008). Out top 10 gardening books for Christmas [Review of A genius for place: American landscapes of the country place era]. The Telegraph. Retrieved on December 11, 2011 from http://www.telegraph.co.uk/gardening/3542361/Our-top-10-gardening-books-for-Christmas.html . Lady on the Hill: How Biltmore Estate Became an American Icon by Howard E. Covington, Jr. Lady on the hill: how the Biltmore estate became an American icon. (January 2, 2006). 5/4/12 Publishers Weekly. Retrieved on December 9, 2011 from http://www.publishersweekly.com/978-0-471-75818-1.

Review Sources for Our Landscaped World Continued

Lee Friedlander photographs, Frederick Law Olmsted landscapes by Lee Freidlander Kennedy, R. (January 2, 2008). Compositions that come naturally [ Review of the book Lee Friedlander photographs Frederick Law Olmsted landscapes]. The New York Times. Retrieved December 5, 2011, from http:// www.nytimes.com/2008/01/03/arts/design/03frie.html. The National Mall: Rethinking Washingtons Monumental Core, edited by Nathan Glazer and Cynthia R. Field Kerr, D. (October, 2008). The national mall without sweat, mud, or water [Review of The national mall: rethinking Washingtons monumental core]. Humanities and Social Sciences Online. Retrieved December 5, 2011 from http://h-net.org/reviews/showrev.php?id=15781. Public Parks: The Key to Livable Communities by Alexander Garvin Kozloff, H. (July 20, 2011). In print: public parks: the key to livable communities [Review of Public parks: the key to livable communities]. Urbanland. Retrieved December 5, 2011, from http://urbanland.uli.org/Articles/2011/July/KozloffGarvin.

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Review Sources for Plant and Tree I.D.

The Book of Leaves: A Leaf Guide to Six Hundred of the Worlds Great Trees by Alan J. Coombes Browning, D. (December 3, 2010). Gardening Books [Review of The book of leaves]. The New York Times. Retrieved December 9, 2011 from http://www.nytimes.com/2010/12/05/books/review/Gardening-t.html?pagewanted=all. City Trees ID Guide to Urban and Suburban Species by Kenneth Schoon Ammeson, J. (September 15, 2011). IUN professor writes the book on identifying the tree around us [Review of City trees: ID guide to urban and suburban species]. nwi.com. Retrieved December 2, 2011 from http:// www.nwitimes.com/lifestyles/home-and-garden/article_00633455-9e91-5991-aa8a-95cca6fd0a82.html Plant Finder: The Right Plants for Every Garden by Tony Rodd The plant finder: the right plants for every garden. (March 5, 2007). Publishers Weekly. Retrieved on December 7, 2011 from http://www.publishersweekly.com/978-1-55407-265-1. Trees of Illinois by Linda Kershaw: No Review Source Found

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Review Sources for Practices, Principles, and How Its Done

Eco-yards: Simple steps to Earth-Friendly Landscapes by Laureen Rama McIntosh-Shetter, M. (September 15, 2011). Book review-eco-yards: simple steps to earth-friendly landscapes [Review of Eco-yards: simple steps to earth-friendly landscapes]. Urban Garden Casual. Retrieved December 2, 2011 from http://urbangardencasual.com/2011/09/15/book-review-eco /. The Essential Garden Design Workbook by Rosemary Alexander Gordon, R. (2006). The essential garden design workbook [Review of The essential garden design workbook]. The New Zealand Institute of 5/4/12 Horticulture. Retrieved December 4, 2011 from http

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