landscape architect

noun

: a person who develops land for human use and enjoyment through effective placement of structures, vehicular and pedestrian ways, and plantings
landscape architecture noun

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The conservancy protects and advocates for a system of 17 parks and six parkways in Louisville designed by famed landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted, one of only a handful of complete systems in the country. Connor Giffin, The Courier-Journal, 3 July 2025 Enea, Flora Renaissance This week at Art Basel, visitors will find a quiet, living intervention rising in the heart of the fair: Flora Renaissance, an open-air installation conceived by landscape architect Enzo Enea, presented on the terrace of Messe Basel. Nel-Olivia Waga, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025 Designed by the famed 18th-century landscape architect Capability Brown, the estate’s sprawling grounds and stunning interiors have lent their timeless elegance to countless productions. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 10 June 2025 In addition to searching online, Monji suggests asking friends or neighbors for suggestions, and meeting with at least three potential landscape designers or landscape architects. Lexi Dwyer, Architectural Digest, 23 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for landscape architect

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First Known Use

1863, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of landscape architect was in 1863

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“Landscape architect.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/landscape%20architect. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.

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