Resources for Historic Landscape Preservation
We wrap up this 4-part blog series with an article on resources for historic landscape preservation. When it comes to preserving our historic landscapes, we can draw on the experience of its parent movements. These include earlier historic preservation victories and the environme
Utah’s Cultural & Historical Landscapes
Because Utah’s historical landscapes are a direct result of our cultural history and historic interactions with the landscape, the periods of landscape history correlate with significant periods in Utah history. According to Esther Truitt in her 1986 thesis, the history of
The Never Ending Story of Community Revitalization
In my two decades of partnering on community revitalization efforts, a common misconception I’ve encountered is the belief that once we achieve a set list of desires—whether that is improved infrastructure, more local businesses, or enhanced public spaces—we will have “ar
Sunnyfield Barn: An Example of Efficiency
The following is an abbreviated history of the Sunnyfield Barn prepared by our friend Rhonda Lauritzen of Evalogue.Life as part of our successful nomination of the Sunnyfield Barn in Eden Utah to the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP). This Improvement Era dairy barn is
3 Strategies for Vibrant Communities
Recently, I shared an overview of our three core principles for community revitalization on Io LandArch’s social media channels. When creating this content, it struck me that there’s much more to delve into on this subject, along with some pertinent case studies. So, let&
6 Strategies for Creating Mindful Landscapes
Have you ever gone for a walk or hike to clear your mind? The outdoors and physical activity have a way of helping us quiet our mind and release our worries and stress. It’s an opportunity to disconnect from screens and immerse yourself in the real world, allowing you to be
Necessary Nature
There’s not a lot of good news out there lately when it comes to the climate crisis. Despite decades of scientists warning us of a warming planet, our collective response has been relatively too little, too late. Now we’re witnessing many of the most dire predictions beco
The Value of Design in 3 Cost Scenarios
One of the biggest reasons people choose to DIY their design project, or let a contractor implement a design-build scheme, is because they don’t want to pay for the up front cost of design. But at the end of the day, it’s the design that adds the value to a project. Imagine i
3 Strategies for Budgeting Your Landscape Project
While many individuals and organizations start to look at their 2023 goals and budgets, we decided to talk about budgets, money, and value in landscape architecture and architectural design! We’ll kick off by talking about how to create a financial plan in order to realize
Eat & Shop Local Like It’s Your Job – Because It Is!
In my youth, my whole goal in life was to live in a hip, urban neighborhood. One filled with history, beautiful buildings, events, arts, great restaurants, and boutique stores. I envisioned myself living blissfully car-free, riding my bike everywhere, soaking in the culture, and