ECOLOGY

counteract global warming

provide native habitat

reduce potable water use

regenerate soil

minimize energy consumption

eliminate chemical use

clean, infiltrate & reduce runoff water

improve microclimate

prevent erosion

use local & recycled materials

augment biodiversity

plan for succession

FUNCTIONALITY

appropriate spatial relationships

facilitate multiple uses

enhance connections

reduce maintenance

attention to detail

systems thinking

ensure comfort

AESTHETICS

form

color

texture

smell

sound

taste