A textbook for the required course on professional practice in all accredited degree programs in landscape architecture. Covers essential areas of professional practice from marketing to project management, legal issues and technical specifications. Guides readers through planning a successful career in this field.

Historical Perspective.

Ethical Perspectives and Professional Conduct.

Forms of Professional Practice.

Professional Continuum.

Marketing Yourself.

Professional Service.

Organizational Perspectives.

Starting a Small Design Firm.

Business Marketing.

Office Records.

Life of a Project.

Legal Issues.

Professional Services Contracts.

Technical Specifications.

Contract Administration.

Concluding Thoughts.

Appendices.
Bibliography.
Index.