Introduction

Sustainable Landscape Design is a forward-thinking discipline that integrates ecological planning, climate resilience, biodiversity conservation, and green infrastructure development to create landscapes that are both functional and environmentally responsible. Sustainable Landscape Design Training Course is designed to equip learners with advanced skills in eco-friendly landscape architecture, water-sensitive urban design (WSUD), regenerative land use, and carbon-neutral outdoor planning. Participants will explore how to transform urban and rural spaces into resilient ecosystems that support both human wellbeing and environmental sustainability.

In today’s era of climate change adaptation, smart cities development, ESG compliance, and sustainable urban regeneration, landscape professionals are expected to design spaces that reduce environmental impact while maximizing ecological value. This course blends theory with real-world applications such as green roofing systems, permaculture design, native plant landscaping, stormwater management, and climate-adaptive public spaces. Learners will gain hands-on expertise in designing landscapes that align with global sustainability goals such as UN SDGs, net-zero development, and regenerative design principles.

Programme Curriculum

Sustainable Landscape Design Training Course

Introduction

Course Duration

5 days

Course Objectives

Understand sustainable landscape architecture principles
Apply climate-resilient design strategies in outdoor spaces
Integrate biodiversity conservation techniques in planning
Develop skills in water-sensitive urban design (WSUD)
Design using native and drought-resistant plant systems
Implement green infrastructure and ecological corridors
Master carbon-neutral landscape planning approaches
Evaluate environmental impact assessment (EIA) methods
Apply regenerative landscape design principles
Utilize GIS and smart mapping for landscape planning
Design urban green spaces for climate adaptation
Promote sustainable soil and erosion control systems
Align projects with ESG and UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Target Audience

Landscape Architects
Urban Planners
Civil Engineers
Environmental Scientists
Horticulturists and Botanists
Architecture Students
Government Urban Development Officers
Sustainability Consultants

Course Modules

Module 1: Foundations of Sustainable Landscape Design

Principles of ecological design
History of landscape sustainability
Environmental ethics in design
Introduction to ecosystem services
Sustainable design frameworks
Case Study: High Line Park, New York – adaptive reuse of urban infrastructure into green space

Module 2: Climate-Resilient Landscape Planning

Climate adaptation strategies
Heat island mitigation techniques
Flood-resilient landscape design
Wind and microclimate planning
Risk-sensitive zoning
Case Study: Rotterdam Climate Adaptive City Projects

Module 3: Water-Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD)

Rainwater harvesting systems
Sustainable drainage systems (SuDS)
Wetland integration in cities
Greywater reuse landscaping
Stormwater modeling techniques
Case Study: Melbourne Water-Sensitive Urban Design Initiative

Module 4: Biodiversity and Native Plant Systems

Native plant selection strategies
Habitat restoration techniques
Pollinator-friendly landscapes
Urban biodiversity enhancement
Invasive species control
Case Study: Singapore Gardens by the Bay ecosystem integration

Module 5: Green Infrastructure and Urban Ecology

Green roofs and living walls
Urban forestry systems
Ecological corridors design
Carbon sequestration landscapes
Sustainable mobility landscapes
Case Study: Chicago Green Roof Program

Module 6: Soil, Erosion, and Land Regeneration

Soil conservation techniques
Bioengineering for slope stabilization
Regenerative soil systems
Composting and organic restoration
Land degradation reversal methods
Case Study: Loess Plateau Restoration, China

Module 7: Smart Technology in Landscape Design

GIS-based spatial planning
Remote sensing applications
AI in landscape modeling
Smart irrigation systems
Digital twin landscapes
Case Study: Singapore Smart Nation Green Infrastructure Mapping

Module 8: Sustainable Urban Landscape Master Planning

Master planning principles
ESG-aligned landscape frameworks
Community-driven green design
Sustainable public space planning
Long-term landscape maintenance strategies
Case Study: Masdar City Sustainable Urban Development

Training Methodology

This course employs a participatory and hands-on approach to ensure practical learning, including:

Interactive lectures and presentations.
Group discussions and brainstorming sessions.
Hands-on exercises using real-world datasets.
Role-playing and scenario-based simulations.
Analysis of case studies to bridge theory and practice.
Peer-to-peer learning and networking.
Expert-led Q&A sessions.
Continuous feedback and personalized guidance.

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@fineskilltrainingcenter.org or call +254769199797

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to Fineskill Training Center account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.

Skills & Software Covered

Ecological planning Water management Native planting Environmental integration

Programme Fee

Duration: 5 Days

Method: Online or Physical

Online Price: $1,000

Physical Price: $1,500

Certification: Accredited Certificate

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Available Sessions

Location

Month

Year

Oct 19 2026

19 Oct — 23 Oct 2026

💻 Online / Virtual session

Online $1,000