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Which of the following are considered landscape qualities of natural environments? (Select all that apply)

  • Picturesque (correct)
  • Stark (correct)
  • Majestic (correct)
  • Mechanical

    • Landscape character refers to the aesthetic characteristics that can make scenes indistinguishable from one another.

    False (B)

    What is defined as the completeness that has a quality of beauty in the landscape?

    A harmonious relationship of all sensed components

    Natural landscapes possess qualities such as __________, which can be described as peaceful and tranquil.

    <p>idyllic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Picturesque = Visually attractive, like a picture Majestic = Having grandeur and beauty Ethereal = Extremely delicate and light in a way that seems perfect Stark = Severe or bare in appearance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which principle of aesthetics is associated with the concept of harmony among natural elements?

    <p>Balance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Aesthetics in the natural environment can derive from an absence of incongruous elements.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    List two characteristics that contribute to landscape qualities.

    <p>Proportion and unity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary aspect that aesthetic appreciation depends on?

    <p>Human perception (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Aesthetic appreciation can only be experienced through visual senses.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Genius Loci' refer to in the context of aesthetic principles?

    <p>The spirit or distinctive atmosphere of a place.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Aesthetic is achieved when a diversity of elements and components exist together in a fitting association called __________.

    <p>unity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following Islamic verses with their descriptions:

    <p>Surah Qaf = Mention of the earth and its beauty Surah Luqman = Talks about pairs in nature Surah Al-Roum = Refers to the importance of natural signs Surah Al-Nahl = Highlights the blessings of nature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the content, which of the following elements is NOT mentioned as part of landscape appreciation?

    <p>Emotion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Aesthetic appreciation is irrelevant in understanding our surroundings.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Mention two senses other than visual that contribute to the appreciation of landscapes.

    <p>Sound and smell.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the Quran as a form of natural water resource?

    <p>Lakes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Quran states that water is essential for sustaining life.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a "haram" zone, as described in the context?

    <p>A protected area established by the Prophet Muhammad to conserve water resources.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The verse "…And have sent down from the rainy clouds ______ water." highlights Allah's provision of abundant water.

    <p>abundant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following water elements with their respective categories:

    <p>Waterfall = Natural Water Resources Pool = Designed Water Elements Stream = Natural Water Resources Cascade = Designed Water Elements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Quran mentions that Allah can make water bitter.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the analogy of life and death used in the context?

    <p>It emphasizes the essential nature of water for life and highlights the responsibility of Muslims to protect and value this resource.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a designed water element?

    <p>River (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is NOT considered a form of corruption according to the provided text?

    <p>Investing in sustainable development projects (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Quran encourages the respect and preservation of nature.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two key principles related to the built environment as presented in the text?

    <p>Amanah (Trust) and Absence of corruption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The text mentions that ________ are created in the best form.

    <p>Humans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following design elements with their corresponding categories from the text:

    <p>Pavement = Surface materials Wall = Separating &amp; enclosing elements Bridge = Linkages Sculpture = Focal elements Lighting = Site furnishing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What analogy is made about bad words in the discussion of plants?

    <p>They are like a bad tree, uprooted from the earth. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The verses mention the aesthetic beauty of plants as being significant in various contexts.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one function of plants mentioned in the text.

    <p>Source of food, shade/canopy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Plants are depicted as having both aesthetic beauty and __________ properties.

    <p>medicinal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following plants with their significance as described in the content:

    <p>Banana-trees = Fruits arranged one above another Palm trees = Clusters of abundant fruit hanging low Grapevines = Source of grapes Olives = Indication of varied plants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of plants does the text mention that provides consistent shade?

    <p>Palm trees (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Quran provides information about horticulture and the properties of herbs.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Quran suggest about the growth of plants?

    <p>Plants grow from rain sent down from the sky.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following plants is NOT mentioned in the Quran?

    <p>Apple (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W) encouraged the sustainable use of water resources for agriculture.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does planting a tree or sowing a seed represent in the context provided?

    <p>Charitable gift</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Quran encourages believers to appreciate the __________ of plants.

    <p>beauty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a benefit of planting according to the text?

    <p>Providing shade and thermal comfort (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the plants with their aesthetic functions:

    <p>Palm = Creates a sense of movement Bamboo = Provides a backdrop for privacy Shrubs = Enhance building facade Groundcover = Soften building outlines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Eating unhealthy food is encouraged by the teachings described in the content.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which action should a person take if they have a palm seedling in their hand as highlighted in the text?

    <p>Plant it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Appreciating the Natural Landscape Characters

    • The presentation is about appreciating natural landscape characteristics.
    • The presenter is Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mazlina Mansor, from the Department of Landscape Architecture, Kaed, IIUM.
    • Aesthetic appreciation is linked to nature and the arts.
    • Appreciation depends on human perception of the environment.
    • The presentation emphasizes the importance of beauty and pleasure in natural environments - "nature appreciation".

    Aesthetic & Beauty in the Landscape

    • Aesthetic appreciation is connected to nature and art forms.
    • Aesthetics depend on the perception of people. This is how people perceive their environment.
    • Aesthetic appreciation is fundamental to our sense of beauty and pleasure gained from the environment.

    Appreciating the Natural Landscape

    • Landscapes can be appreciated using all five senses.
    • Visual is the most noticeable aspect of all the senses.
    • The other senses - sound, smell, taste, and touch, determine the landscape's appreciation.

    The Aesthetic in Nature

    • The aesthetic quality of nature is highlighted in many Quranic verses.
    • Examples include Surah Qaf (6-11), and mentions of mountains, pairs of creatures (male/female), water/rivers, and plants.
    • The verses emphasize the beauty and design of the natural world.

    Principles of Aesthetic

    • Aesthetics are attained through the unity of elements working together.
    • This creates a sense of "Genius Loci", which is a sense of place.
    • The absence of unity, leads to ugliness, due to incongruity among elements.
    • Principles include unity, regularity, simplicity, proportion, balance, measure, and definiteness.

    Landscape Character

    • Landscape character refers to unique aesthetic features that distinguish one scene from another in terms of time and space.
    • It represents the aesthetic qualities of particular landscapes, as described by Yu (2008).
    • Essentially, it's about how a viewer perceives the scene.

    Design - Land & Resource Planning

    • The Quran emphasizes the harmony/unity among natural elements like land forms, rock formations, vegetation, and animal life.
    • Correct landscape design should draw on this natural harmony.
    • Essential elements to have include a recognizable/consistent pattern, order, balance, proportion, simplicity, and sense of place within the landscape design.

    2. Plants/Softscape

    • The variety of plants with diverse beauty and aesthetic qualities are mentioned.
    • Plant species provide abundant, numerous, and various forms of aesthetic beauty. Examples include gardens, plants, trees, fruits etc.
    • Plants and vegetation create rhythm in the landscape.
    • Plants and vegetation form visual boundaries for privacy.

    2. Plants/Softscape

    • Verses in the Quran discuss plants in several contexts, including environmental balance and righteousness.
    • Plants are used as metaphors in the Quran.
    • Bad words are analogous to a bad tree unconnected to the earth.

    The Aesthetic of Plants

    • The Quran highlights the beauty, structure, and utility of plants, especially in depictions of Paradise.
    • The verses on plants in different settings (i.e., gardens of Paradise and on earth) point to the aesthetics and diverse functions (food, shade) of plants.

    The Aesthetic of Plants - For Utilitarian Sustenance

    • The Quran includes horticultural information.
    • The Quran and Prophet Muhammad both encourage responsible use of resources and sustainable practices.
    • The Quran includes different fruits and flowers in its descriptions.
    • This emphasizes the importance of plants and their various culinary and medicinal uses.

    Aesthetic principles of plants in landscape design

    • Diverse plant types, morphological principles, and the use of patterned, repeating elements create a sense of movement in spaces.
    • Plants form visual boundaries/barriers, and act as backdrops for other elements in the landscape (e.g., accents, focal points).

    3. Water Element

    • Water resources, such as rivers, waterfalls, lakes, and oceans are mentioned as integral parts of a landscape.
    • The Quran presents water as essential for life and connected to several natural elements like clouds, rain, wind etc.
    • Verses highlight water's role in creating life despite the barrenness.
    • Importance of sustainability and preservation of water resources is important.

    Design - Water

    • Water is essential for life, used for sharing, and plays a key role in the environment.
    • Allah created life through water
    • Allah's guidance on the appropriate preservation of water resources (i.e., haram areas).

    The Built Elements

    • The Quran highlights the importance of well-designed homes and spaces, in line with natural principles.
    • These ideas are presented as "built elements" from the perspective of planning and engineering.
    • There is a range of design elements (e.g., materials/pavement, linkages, site furnishing) that can be used to achieve an aesthetically pleasing landscape.

    Design - The Built Elements - Absence of Corruption

    • The Quran cautions against abusing the earth.
    • The Quran emphasizes the importance of preserving and using natural resources responsibly.
    • This includes maintaining a respectful and constructive environment.
    • The Quran portrays the earth as a divine trust that should not be corrupted.

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