Ellesmere Nature Reserve: This study has been submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the Diploma of Landscape Architecture in the University of Canterbury

Abstract

The primary objective of the Case Study is to illustrate that sensitive design may enable the integration of an appropriate land use within a 'selected' environment without subsequent degradation of that environment . In some situations opportunity may exist to enhance wildlife habitat . Public education plays an important role in conservation of natural ecosystems and hence wildlife . Therefore the development of a nature reserve for public enjoyment and education was chosen for the Case Study.