3. The water belongs to the most important
aesthetic sources.
Its existence (natural or artificial) improves
drastically the aesthetic effect.
The water has been connected with the life
and beauty.
The aquatic element is of crucial
importance for the quality of life and the
sustainability of ecosystems and also for the
attractiveness of landscapes which include
water elements
4. Water provides scenic values “not only the
sight but the sounds of water evoke a sense
of pleasure.
Stream and water bodies are punctuated
marks in reading the landscape.
5. Water-use for landscape elements as:
• functionality
• grading, runoff, soil preparation
• plant selection
• irrigation systems
• maintenance
• recreational
6. Design of any landscape needs to take
water availability, water use & water
necessities into consideration when
developing a plan to maximize the
available water and minimize its waste.
This involve supply, irrigation and
drainage.