Eberbach, C., 1993, Children’s gardens: the meaning of place, in: Relf, D., ‘The role of horticulture in human well-being and social development’, Timber Press , Portland
- Author : Eberbach, C.
- Year : 1993
- Published in Book : The role of horticulture in human well-being and social development
- Pages : 80-83
- Abstract in English : Adults and children see things differently. What does a garden mean to a child? If gardens are to be relevant to young people lives, children’s perceptions and preferences must be considered, particularly as children can specify preferred plant qualities and garden elements. What are the characteristics of well-designed gardens for children? At the very least, such a place addresses the three observations in this paper.Children understand what gardens are and have aesthetic preferences; perceptions of gardens are shaped by a child’s cognitive development; and activity is used to understand a garden and the child’s place in the garden. The author offers suggestions to the implication for the design process.
- Comments/Notes : KEYWORDS: gardens, children, children’s participation, planting design, cognitive development, quality. UTILITY: lecturers/teachers, academic research, students of universities of professional education