About Portrait to Landscape: A Landscape Strategy to Reframe Our Future
Portrait to Landscape: A Landscape Strategy to Reframe Our Future is a ground-breaking book that calls for a transformative shift in our relationship with the natural world. Written by a renowned landscape architect, this book offers a new perspective on our place in the world and a compelling vision for a regenerative future.
In an era plagued by environmental disasters and global challenges, the book argues that our exploitative and fragmented relationship with nature is at the root of these issues. Drawing upon the metaphor of a self-focused portrait versus a wide-angle landscape view, the book illuminates the profound impact of our narrow perspective. It offers a roadmap for reconnecting with the larger community of life.
Through a captivating narrative, the author explores the interconnectedness of the living world and the urgent need to shift from a human-centric mindset to one that embraces the wisdom of nature. It demonstrates with inspiring examples from around the world how landscapes can become catalysts for healing and regeneration, leading to improved well-being and sustainability.
Portrait to Landscape presents a holistic approach to restoring the earth, addressing not only the symptoms but also the underlying causes of environmental degradation. The book outlines practical strategies for policymakers, activists, and individuals to protect and restore landscapes, emphasising collaboration and long-term stewardship.
With passion and expertise, the book calls on global citizens to take action and become active participants in the healing process. It offers a powerful message of hope and possibility, envisioning a future where humanity and all nature coexist in harmony.
This thought-provoking book will inspire readers to reconsider their relationship with nature and join the movement towards a more sustainable future. It is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of our place in the world and how we can inhabit it with integrity.
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Author Bio:
Alexandra Steed is a passionate landscape architect with a deep commitment to the transformative power of landscapes. As a Fellow of the Landscape Institute (FLI) and the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA), she has left an indelible mark on environments worldwide. In 2013, Steed founded URBAN, driven by a vision to create landscapes that bring joy and enhance well-being, forging meaningful connections with the natural environment. Beyond her practice, Steed actively advises organisations such as the Design Council UK and the Government’s Office for Place. She shares her knowledge as a lecturer at The Bartlett, UCL, and volunteers her time to empower communities and develop inclusive neighbourhood plans and landscape visions. Her exceptional contributions to landscape architecture have earned her prestigious awards, including the WAFX Award for innovative solutions to global challenges. She has also received The LI Award for Excellence in Tackling Climate Change and won the Best Landscape Architecture Project in the UK. Shortlisted for the Sir David Attenborough Award, Steed’s dedication to enhancing biodiversity shines. With extensive experience leading international design teams, she combats climate change and ecological collapse and inspires appreciation for the natural world.