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01 Ecological Planning & Design

02 Brownfield Development

03 Sustainable Energy Park Development

04 Historic Preservation andTourism Enhancement

05 Other Skills

The result of TWINSPAN

The result of classification of shrine woods by TWINSPAN and occurrence of bird species in each group.

The result of the multiple liner regression analysis shows that the area of a shrine, the number of the tree species in a shrine, and the ratio of the canopy area in 100 m circle are chosen as factors are decisive to the number of bird species in a shrine forest. It means that shrines with many tree species, a larger area, and many trees around are more attractive for many bird species.

TWINSPAN divided 15 bird species into four bird communities by the frequency of their existence in each shrine woods. It also divided 42 shrines into four groups which have similar bird communities. It shows that shrine group A and B are less biodivese than that of gourp C and D. Most bird species of 25 target species were seen in shrine group D.

The result of the multiple liner regression analysis

Factors RegressionCoefficient

Adjusted Rf2 = 0.72, AIC = 100.1, DW = 1.62

Area of the Shrine

The number of theTree species in the shrine

The ratio of the Canopy area in 100m Circle

Distance from Makino River

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Standard PartialRegressionCoefficient

Partial Correlation Coefficient

StandardError P-Value VIF

2.07 0.455 0.508 0.676 0.005 1.417

0.677 0.217 0.283 0.441 0.137 1.283

0.069 0.327 0.417 0.029 0.024 1.213

0.069 0.236 0.287 0.044 0.131 1.481

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A B C D

2.4 4.5 9.0 10.3The Average Number of Bird Species

Bird Community #1

Bird Community #2

Bird Community #3

Bird Community #4

The Shrine Groups The name of Bird Bird Communities The Number of Shrines 8 23 3 8

92 95 73 13 0 30 12 2 0 33 18 29 0 7 0 0 5 20 70 8836 30 19 38 9 0 0 6 4 1 12 26 3 5 0 28 0 6 13 43 0 2 32 63 0 2 19 51 0 0 24 17 0 0 7 40 0 0 0 38

Passer montanus Corvus macrorhynchosStreptopelia orientalisSturnus cineraceusHypsipetes amaurotisCorvus macrorhynchosLanius bucephalusEophona personataCettia diphoneCarduelis sinkiZosterops japonicusParus majorAegithalos caudatusParus variousDendrocopos kizuki

Frequency of Bird Species in each Shrine Group ( % )The environmental factors related to the birds divesity

Avg. number of the Tree species: 7 + 8.2

Avg. of the Areas: Unmeasurable(Belong to Mt.Yoro)

_Avg. ratio of the Canopy area in 100m Circle : more than 50%

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_Avg. number of the Tree species: 18 + 3.5

Avg. of the Areas: 2,515 + 115 m2

Avg. ratio of the Canopy area in 100m Circle : more than 50%

Shrine Group C Shrine Group A

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Avg. number of the Tree species: 10.1 + 3.4

Avg. of the Areas: 1,075 + 550

The Average ratio of the Canopy area in 100m Circle : 6.9 + 5.5 %

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_Avg. of the Areas: 2,159 + 625

Avg. number of the Tree species: 14.8 + 5.3

_Avg. ratio of the Canopy area in 100m Circle : 10.2 + 8.7 %

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Dendrocopos kizuki

Zosterops japonicusEophona personata

Hypsipetes amaurotis Sturnus cineraceus Streptopelia orientalis Corvus macrorhynchos Lanius bucephalus

Corvus macrorhynchos Passer montanus

Carduelis sinkiCettia diphone

Aegithalos caudatusParus majorParus various

DES IGN A PLACE FOR HUMAN AND WILDL IFE

1. A bird survey, a vegetation survey, and a land-use survey were conducted on 42 shrine woods in a 35km2 area in a rural part area of Gifu-prefecture, in the middle of Japan.

2. Collected the data of 11 environmental factors that might influence birds’ existence at shrines forests.

3. The relationship between avifauna and environmental factors was clarified by a multiple linear regression analysis, TINSPAN, and a discriminate analysis.

A Japanese shrine, one of the most important cores of Japanese communities as the place for religious, cultural, and community activities, is also an important place for supporting local ecosystems. They usually have woods surrounding the god’s sacred building in the center. The woods provide native species with habitats and ecological corridors for traveling.

The purpose of this thesis is to analyze the relationships between the vegetation and avifauna in each shrine woods, and find environmental factors related to the difference of their biodiversity. The result will provide us with the key points for designing green spaces for both human and wildlife.

01 ECOLOGICAL PLANNING & DESIGN

The result of classification of shrine woods by TWINSPAN and occurrence of bird species in each group.

Area Vegetation Green Linkage

2.4 4.5 9.0 10.3

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Shrine Group A

Avg. of the Areas: 1,075 + 550

Diospyros kaki Thunb.Myrica rubra Lour.Cerasus jamasakura H.Ohba.

Magnolia quinquepetaMagnolia kobusRutaceae Juss.Camellia japonicaCamellia sasanqua Thunb.Acer palmatum Thunb.

Ficus carica LAralia elataZanthoxylum piperitum(L.) DC.

Vitis coignetiae Pulliat ex Planch.Helianthus annuus L.

Zelkova serrataAphananthe aspera Planch.Celtis sinensis Pers.var. japonica Nakai.Cinnamomum camphora (L.) J.PreslCryptomeria japonica D.DonIlex rotundaPersera thunbergii Kosterm.Styrax japonica Siebold & Zucc.

Cleyera japonica Thunb.Eurya japonicaPhotinia glabra Franch. & Sav.

Aucuba japonicaDamnacanthus indicusSarcandra glabraArdisia crenata Sims

Mar Apr May June July Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb

The Blooming Season The Fruite Season

Planting Materials for Human

Planting Materials for wildlife

Canopy Layer

Canopy Layer

Understory

Understory

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Shrub Layer

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+CONCLUSION & KEYS FOR IMPROVING GREEN SPACE FOR B IRD’S HABITATS

+A DESIGN MODEL OF GREEN SPACE FOR HUMAN AND WILDL IFE

Green Linkage

Community Gathering Space

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Create a Place Shared by People and Birds

Publishment :

“The Relationship Between Avifauna and Environmental Factors of Shrine Woods in Rural Areas”- Journal of the Japanese Society of Revegetation Technology 35(4), 523-531, 2010-05

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02 BROWNFEILD DEVELOPMENT

+CONTEXT

+EXIST ING CHARACTER

+DESIGN CONCEPT

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AGATE MARBLE PARKThe Agate Marble Park (Little Kanawha River Redevelopment Project) along the Little Kanawha River (LKR) in Parkersburg, West Virginia, has an industrial past that will not be forgotten in its new design. The former marble factory left footprints and remnants to be incorporated into the new park, which will acknowledge and commemorate the past. Just as the industries utlized the river for transportation reasons, the park embraces the river by becoming a destination for water recreation opportunities and activities.

The location of the park lends itself to becoming a regional meeting point for several trails. The Cross Town Bike Byway, the Little Kanawha River Trail and the Little Kanawha Connector all intersect at the west edge of the park. Therefore, the park invites travelers of the trails into the site as well as to explore the new trails within the site.

The paths throughout Agate Marble Park take you on an educational journey of not only the historic past, but of how sustainable landscapes enhance and develop stronger ecosystems. An existing wetland becomes the core for a nature center, while other stormwater management practices are seen throughout the entire site. Ultimately, the park educates visitors, allows them to experience the sustainable practices and gives them a hands-on understanding of restoring ecosystems.

The park becomes a destination for history remembrance, physical activity, and sustainable education.

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Facility DetailsParking Lots Total : 87 Spots)Boat TrailerParking : 10 Spots + 2 General SpotsRetail Parking : 15 Spots General Parking : 60 Spots (15 Spots x 4 Parkings)

Retail Dimensions Casual Dining : 30 ft x 40 ft (18 tables, 72 chairs)Deli & Ice Cream Shop : 30 ft x 20 ftBar : 30 ft x 20 ftCafe : 30 ft x 15 ftBike Rental & Store : 40 ft x 20 ft

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Dwarf Azalea (Rhododendron spp.) will bring vivid color into the bike cafe area as a place for gathering. It also prevents bicycles from being seen from the seating area at the cafe.

Bay trees (Laurus nobilis), suitable for container planters and tolerant for urban conditions, will be turned into lollipop trees, which also represent marbles. They will add rhythm and joy into the space as well as provide shade to the seatings.

The side of the benches have slits as design, which will also be used as bicycle racks. It allows people to seat right next to their beloved bicyles, and creat comfortable resting spaces.

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Cafe / Bike Rental & StoreAt the intersection of the existing trails, the coffee cafe is a meeting place and resting spot for trail travelers. The bike store sells and repairs bike equipment, while also renting a variety of bikes for park use.

“Movement is a medicine for creating change in a person’s physical, emotional and mental states.” -Carol Welch

“In nature nothing exists alone” -Rachel Carson

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Wetland / Nature Center / Board Walk / Water FeatureThe Nature Center is an educational destination for all ages. Visitors will learn about wetland ecology and explore along the series of boardwalks. An adjacent seating area becomes a gathering place as well as an outdoor classroom laboratory. Spray fountains sprinkle the ground for interactive fun creating an enjoyable environment.

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LITTLE KIDS MARBLE(age0-2)

MIDDLE AGE KIDS MARBLE(age3-5)

OLDER KIDS MARBLE(age6-15)

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NATURE ART MARBLE

CLOUD, a rain catcher, collects stormwater and brings it into each constructed wetland marbles area. It provides not only roof and shade for people, but also educational opportunity to learn stormwater management and wetland ecosystems. The unique look-alike clouds will be loved by children.

The Boardwalks flow through the Nature Park with different sizes of constructed wetland marbles. It provides seating as well as the opportunity to be close to the wetlands.

Constructed Wetland Marbles reduce stormwater runoff, sediments and pollutants such as heavy metals from the water. Each constructed wetland marble has different wildlife and species due to the size of the wetland, locations, microclimate such as sunshine, heat, soil, wind and so on. Children shall learn bio-diversity through these marbles, and it will inspire childrens’ creativity.

The Nature Playground / Marble shooting area is composed of four marble shape spaces with different sizes depending on age groups and uses. This design is able to provide comfortable and joyful spaces to each age group for play. Each marble space is connected by a linkage of paths, boardwalks, and green spaces, and it creates gradual flow between each space. Each of them has decks or benches, which allows their parents to sit and watch their children.

The Nature Art Marble has natural materials such as stones or branches for art creation and also round paving stones for playing marbles. Little kids’ marble area which is for age 0-2, is a small closed comfortable space where parents and their children spend time as if they were at home. The other two marble areas are for more vigorous activities for older children. Slides, swings, tree houses, and all of the play equipment are made of natural materials.

“Fun is good.” -Dr. Seuss

All holidays can be good times. -John Clayton

Nature Playground & Marble Shoot AreaA nature playground is inspired from the marble concept, where different areas will be joined for various age groups. Here children can explore and use their imaginations in a natural environment. Naturally, a few marble shooting areas will be incorporated, too!

Marina / Casual Dining / Bar / Deli Along the river is an area developed for eating, gathering and socializing. A casual dining restaurant, bar, and deli/ice cream shop are all linked together with a common covered outdoor area. A wrap around deck allows visitors to stroll and enjoy the scenery of the river. A staircase connects the upper retail area to the waterfront where you can go to the fishing pier, rent canoes or kayaks, and park your boat at the marina.

HEAL ING LANDSCAPE03 SUSTAINABLE ENERGY PARK DEVELOPMENT

+SITE NARRATIVES

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Mine Scars

Ac id ic , Low fe r t i l e , and Dry a reas P ioneer t ree spec ies

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H ighwal l Fa i lu re Stormwater I s sueRocky So i l s Pioneer Vegetat ion

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This pilot project recieving $550,000 award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency by EPA, will develop a framework for the establishment of Sustainable Energy Parks (SEPs) on mine-scarred lands in Appalachia. SEPs will be beneficial to the environment and mining communities in many ways, as well as help meet several objectives of the EPA’s strategic plan. Beneficial outcomes of the project include the production of renewable energy, the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, protection and restoration of water quality, restoration of degraded lands, diversification of our energy portfolio through the use of renewable energy resources and enhancement of the region’s economic competitiveness.

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While reflecting on the past scars of the landscape, a successional hierarchy that bonds with community creates the energy to heal the landscape.

To understand the community bond that creates the energy to drive the healing process forward, it is important to recognize the successional landscape and community development, while reflecting on the scars of the current landscape caused by former surface mining operations.

The form of the design responds to the orderly frames of development, interrupted by the random chaos of biological patterns. This is recognized through natural processes such as stormwater movement and forest development. green infrastructure and open space areas heal the landscape and are linked through pedestrian greenways creating connections that bond people to place. core areas connect varying land uses and serve as spaces for reflection of historical landscape patterns.

The valley fill ponds, reflect both historic vegetative forest cover and new orderly topographic tiers and linear streams from mining operations. these areas are designd to be experienced from multiple tiers, further referencing succession. the historical reflective spaces can be intimately experienced at the base, explored through the valley fill climb, serve as a gateway at the development level or be viewed from the freeway above. understanding the landscape constraints associated with former landuse is a necessary component towards successional landscape healing. community and ecology bond to create the energy to drive this process forward.

WATER CAPACITY PERMIRABILITY RUNOFF CULITIVATED CROPS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENTPRODUCTIVITY OF TREES HAZARD OF EROSIONNATURAL FERTILITY

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Preferable Areas for Buildings

Pineville-Berks association, very steep, extremely stony

Gilpin and Lily soils, 15 to 35 percent slopes

Urban land-Chavies complex

Udorthents (100%)

Central Oak-Hardwood & Pine Forest

Central Mesophytic Hardwood Forest

Developed & Urban

Northern & Eastern Pine - Oak Forest, Woodland & Barrens

Developed, Open Space

Open Water

Recently Disturbed or Modified

Wet condition and organic soil profile

Pond

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Dry and Compacted rocky soil

Stormwater Basin

Swales and berms by former mining operation

Vellay fill area

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Stormwater Management

Bioswale

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Solar Pannels

Proposed Highway

+LAND USE PLAN

DESIGN PROCESS PROGRAM+HEALING PROGRAM

+PLANNING KEYS

+HEALING PROCESS

1. Symbolic place creating visual and mental connection between the mine site, the new community, the prison, and people traveling on the highway by historical reflection

1. Museum and reforestation area in the valley fill area will be the core for healing landscape.

2. Trails enhance walkability and connect each area and element in the neighborhood.

3. Gateway Park, commercial sets will provide community sense of place for the existing and new neighborhood.

2.Area connecting the new neighborhood, the symbolic place, and the industrial area. This area should provide walkability between them with trails

3.Area connecting between the new neighborhood, the commercial area, and the existing neighborhood. This area should be designed for bonding each communities, and creating sense of community

1. Creat a better connection between the new neighborhood, the prison, and the exisiting neighborhood2. Tie the past of the site to the better future for the neighborhood3. Use the characteristics of the landscape, materials, colors, textures as design components for improving the identity of the community

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

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NEW COMMUNITY NEW ENERGY INDUSTRY

EXISTING COMMUNITY

Plant a tree when they are leaving the prison

Exisitng Forest

Seeds

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1. Raise seedlings and help restoration of the native foerst

2. Grow and harvest Switchgrass, and generate electricity

3. Remove Rocks and Reuse them for construction materials or creating art works

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10. Gateway Park

4. Central Park3. Cottage Houses

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Because the compaction by mining operations has created an impermeable surface, green roofs will play an important role in managing stormwater that have the ability to reduce total runoff by 60%. Also, the ground would be built up around buildings to keep runoff away from the structures, and move runoff into bioswales and bioretention ponds. This method also creates a healthy soil medium for vegetation development. The area between the rocky highwalls and built environments will be the areas for growing biomass plants and ecosystem restoration, which will ensure the safety of the people.

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THURMOND HISTORIC PARK04 HISTORIC PRESERVATION & TOURISM ENHANCEMENT

Thurmond is a town on the New River in Fayette County in southern West Virginia. It was established in 1873 right after the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway came into this region for the coal industry ,and It used to be one of the most flourishing towns as the center of commercial and railroad connections within the New River area during the 1880s - 1950s. While the population,which used to be 400, has decreased to 5 since the coal industry started declining, the National Park Service had a restoration project and restored the depot of the town and some commercial buildings to preserve and tell the history of this unique town. The goal of this project is to propose a renovation plan of the site as a pocket park for recreation, and also as a

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1. Create a good connection from the depot and commercial buildings to the park as a series of history telling paths2. Allow visitors to experience, feel, and learn the history of Thurmond through design elements of Thurmond such as the railroad, coal, and the abandoned buildings 3.Create a transition of the spaces from the public space to the community space towards the town hall4. Design the space as a place for creating a sense of community5. Install Raingardens for Stormwater management

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Thurmond, established in the 1880s, used to be one of the most flourished towns as the center of commercials and the railroad connection in the New River area. Some original houses and the commercial buildings are restored and preserved well in the town as historic heritages. The project site including the Thurmond town hall is located between the restored commercial buildings and the residential area. This open space will become a pocket park which provides a recreational space for the community, as well as telling the history of this unique town in the New River area to visitors.

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History Telling Path- Feel and Experience the history of Thurmond

The pergola which imitates railroad track allows visitors to feel and experience the history of Thurmond. This dimly‐lit space closed by the pergola has exhibition boards on the history of Thurmond on a timeline, and footprints of shoes are stamped all over on the pavement of the path and piles of coal are places along the path to show the contrast between the past and the present of Thurmond.

Human and Nature Path：- Think of the relationship between Human and Nature

The contrast from the dark closed space to this opened bright space will allow visitors to find themselves in the present world now after going through the history of a few periods. Brilliant flourish grass, and walls of abandoned buildings covered with grass will be in their sights. The town once thrived is now going back to the nature. This is the how the relation has been between human and nature since the ancient time. For representing the idea, the number of footprints is getting less and the path is getting narrower in the end by invasion of grass.

Foundation Garden：- Enjoy the Design of Ruins

Reusing the original foundation of the building and restoring the brick walls to 4’ – 5’ tall, the space integrated with the design elements of ruins will be created as a unique rest area with historic atmosphere. The brick pavement with some crakes with vegetation and the pergola with wisteria crowing up, are some of the design features of ruins. This half-closed opened space will be a place for visitors to relax or think of the past, as well as an outdoor class room for educational purpose.

New River Path：- Explore the New River Area

The winding path along the brick wall represents the New River, and the map of the New River area is shown on the concrete pavement. The brick walls on the back are 2’-3’ and they are usable as benches. This space will allow visitors to explore the map on the pavement, or enjoy the view from here to the coaling tower and mountains on the other side of the river.

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Thurmond Community Plaza：- Feel the Sign of life and Sense of Community

The design intention of this area is not only for recreation purpose but also to make visitors to feel the sign of life, and sense of community in Thurmond. Some old tools are hanged on the wall like as they have been used still now, and flowers are blooming next to the set of a table and chairs. All of these things will be the device to make people to think there are still some people in this town. The history as knowledge could become an experience for visitors by feeling the atmosphere of this connection between the past and the present.

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NEW ZEALAND HONG KONG THAILAND CAMBODIA

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