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Decoding Patterns Video
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Module 04 / 25
Patterns and Pattern Application
Topics
- Visible patterns in nature: Form follows function
- Tools and methods for noticing patterns and interpreting significance: Flows, orders, indicators, anomalies, paradoxes, attractors
- Examples of applying pattern to design
- Edge strategies
What you’ll learn
Learning goals
- Recognize and analyze patterns found in the natural world and gain some perspective on how to apply them to landscape design
Read, watch & explore
Getting the books · access & editions
Use your own copy, buy the book, or borrow it through a library when possible. If you are local to me, contact me about borrowing a copy. You can also contact me for information about digital or other access to assigned readings.
Ask about reading access ↗If your edition uses different page numbers, contact me and we can match the correct section. Contact instructor.
Recognizing patterns
Read
Pattern Understanding - Geoff Lawton
permaculture.org.uk
Open resourceRead
Pattern Understanding - Permaculture Design Course Handbook
treeyopermacultureedu.com
Open resourceWatch the Pattern Understanding video in this module.
Patterns in a garden
Book reading
Edible Forest Gardens, Volume 1
Dave Jacke and Eric Toensmeier
Pages 110 to 134: Garden case study and niche/relationship concepts
Book access & editionsRead
Pattern Understanding slides
slideshare.net
Open resourceA pattern language for design
Book reading
Edible Forest Gardens, Volume 2
Dave Jacke and Eric Toensmeier
Pages 64 to 140: pattern language
Book access & editionsWatch
Permaculture Design from Patterns to Details at Aranya Farm Video
YouTube
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Read
What is a Pattern Language, Anyway?
moodle.cce.cornell.edu
Open resourceIf you cannot access this resource, contact me for help with this reading or media.
Edge and function
For the pattern discussion and Edge Effect exercise, annotate one pattern on your design and explain its function. Also note one reason that copying its shape might not suit your site. More edge is not automatically better for every species or habitat. Use the assigned EFG 1 pages and the linked Edge Effect reading.
Read
Edge Effect reading
Deep Green Permaculture
Open resourceExercise & discussion
Discussion: Discuss with me what natural patterns may be used in your design.
What to prepare
- Your design sketch or map with one natural pattern annotated.
- Notes explaining its function and why its shape may or may not suit your site, as described in the study guide.
Save written notes as a document or PDF. For paper maps or handwritten notes, use a clear photo or scan. You can combine related work in one file.
Share & discuss
Attach your annotated pattern sketch or map and explanation.
Email the address listed under “Get In Touch” on my contact page. Do not use the contact form. Include the Permaculture Design Course, Module 4, and “Patterns in your design” in your subject or message.
Find my email address ↗Readings & resources
- Decoding Patterns VideoWatchIn lesson ↑
- Pattern Understanding - Geoff LawtonReadIn lesson ↑
- Pattern Understanding - Permaculture Design Course HandbookReadIn lesson ↑
- Edible Forest Gardens, Volume 1Pages 110 to 134: Garden case study and niche/relationship conceptsIn lesson ↑
- Pattern Understanding slidesReadIn lesson ↑
- Edible Forest Gardens, Volume 2Pages 64 to 140: pattern languageIn lesson ↑
- Permaculture Design from Patterns to Details at Aranya Farm VideoWatchIn lesson ↑
- What is a Pattern Language, Anyway?ReadIn lesson ↑
- Edge Effect readingReadIn lesson ↑