Harrison, Katherine2024-06-252024-06-252024https://hdl.handle.net/1794/2957668 pagesThis project investigates the intersection of ecology and aesthetics in residential planting design, with the aim of developing a new suburban aesthetic that inspires homeowners to embrace ecological initiatives in their front yards. In particular, this project looks at planting design for the Lucas Valley Neighborhood in Marin County, California, which affords many unique opportunities for ecological connectivity at the neighborhood scale. Best practices for biodiversity, fire-smart landscapes, and water- wise landscapes are discussed and evaluated for synergies and trade-offs. Three unique planting plans are presented, each showcasing a different opportunity to be found in ecologically minded residential design initiatives.en-USCreative Commons BY-NC-ND 4.0-USsuburbanresidential planting designlandscape architectureecological opportunityHOALucas Valley NeighborhoodMarin County, CaliforniaTerminal Project