Introduction to Part 1: Landscape Planningï¾ 

To conserve and create a good environment, societies need: A. Information. B. Ideals. C. Theories of context. D. Laws. Chapter 1 discusses the strategic role of information in the planning process. Chapter 2 reviews the ideals and the plans which may guide us in the conservation and development of fine landscape, as a lighthouse guides ships. Chapter 3 considers the laws and theories of context which can help in fitting projects to their environmental niches.