In addition to his design work as a principal of Lamba Associates, Baldev Lamba is also deeply involved in research. Following are some of his most recent publications and presentations aimed at expanding the base of knowledge in
landscape architecture.
“TEACHING SUSTAINABLE DESIGN - A hands-on interdisciplinary model”
HortTechnology Journal: Publication of the American Society for Horticultural Science, June 2010
Authors: Baldev Lamba, RLA, ASLA; Grace Chapman
SUMMARY: Students and instructors from the Department of Landscape Architecture and Horticulture, located on the Temple University Ambler Campus, collaborated on the design and construction of an exhibit for the 2009 Bella Italia Philadelphia Flower Show. The design of the exhibit, inspired by Italian traditions, promoted sustainable principles and practices through the use of indigenous and recycled materials and conservation of natural resources. Temple University’s exhibit received five awards, including the American Horticultural Society Environmental Award and the Garden Club Federation of Pennsylvania Award for Conservation. This paper documents the interdisciplinary and hands-on teaching model used in creating and implementing a sustainable design, as well as the results of the follow-up student surveys about lessons learned and public responses to the exhibit.
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“MAKING RESEARCH MATTER – How can we bridge the gap between research and design?”
Landscape Architecture Magazine, ASLA Publication, Jan 2010
Co-Editors: Daniel Jost and Baldev Lamba, RLA, ASLA
This article is based on the panel presentation “Building design research connections – the role of research in professional practice” presented at the ASLA 2009 annual conference that is described below.
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“BUILDING DESIGN RESEARCH CONNECTIONS - The Role of Research in Professional Practice”
American Society of Landscape Architects Annual Meeting and EXPO, September 2009, Chicago, IL
Panel Presentation: Lamba; Meyer; Graffam; Woltz
Summary: Challenges faced by the profession in the 21st century will be best met by a collaborative approach between practice and the academy in developing new theories and applications. A panel of experienced practitioners and academics examined the role and methodologies of research in professional practice and reviewed ongoing research trends in landscape architecture. The panel presented specific project research examples that suggest strategies for encouraging this collaboration that is essential to the vitality of the profession.
