Günther Vogt: Catalogue data in Autumn Semester 2020

Name Prof. em. Günther Vogt
FieldLandscape Architecture
Address
Dep. Architektur
ETH Zürich, ONA J 25
Neunbrunnenstr. 50
8093 Zürich
SWITZERLAND
E-mailvogt@arch.ethz.ch
DepartmentArchitecture
RelationshipProfessor emeritus

NumberTitleECTSHoursLecturers
051-1235-20LIntegrated Discipline Landscape Architecture (G. Vogt) Information Restricted registration - show details
Please register (www.mystudies.ethz.ch) only after the internal enrolment for the design classes (see http://www.einschreibung.arch.ethz.ch/design.php)
The integrated discipline of landscape architecture is aimed at entire design classes in consultation and coordination with the respective design chair.
3 credits2UG. Vogt
AbstractSubject by arrangement
Learning objectiveLearning objectives: introduction into landscape architectural issues and design approaches; designing in urban planning dimensions.
ContentSubject by arrangement
Prerequisites / NoticeThe Integrated Discipline Landscape Architecture is aimed at entire design classes in consultation and coordination with the respective design professorship.
052-0717-20LTerritory of the City: Lausanne Information Restricted registration - show details
Number of participants limited to 12.
Enrolment in agreement with the lecturer only.
2 credits2GG. Vogt
AbstractThe elective series "Territory of the City" deals with current transformation processes of metropolitan landscapes in Europe and introduces to landscape architectural design on different scales.
In the autumn semester 2020, students will develop concrete strategies for Lausanne and its agglomeration, on the basis of a field trip and cartographic analysis.
Learning objectiveThe elective introduces to the subject and complexity of the urbanized landscape and teaches the critical engagement with the challenges and potentials of current tendencies in Landscape Architecture. On the basis of a concrete study area, students examine the large-scale processes of reuse, reform and reinterpretation of metropolitan landscapes in Europe and develop new approaches and strategies on various scales. They become familiar with GIS as an analytical tool, model building as a design methodology and the representation of landscape through plans. They develop a project based on the perception of place, knowledge of landscape-architectonic typologies and conception of public space. The design process is accompanied by workshops, lectures, excursions, critiques and a workbook.
ContentThe nature and extent of the use of landscape has changed fundamentally in recent decades. On the one hand, the resource landscape is being used much more intensively today, as evidenced by the sharp increase in raw material extraction and material transports as well as the massive expansion of infrastructures. At the same time, the exploitation in some areas is also being extensified, resulting in processes of verbalization and finally of repression. In addition, landscapes are increasingly subject to rapid and sometimes global changes in mobility, climate, agriculture, energy and leisure behavior. All in all, this leads to a profound transformation of landscapes, whereby the change is inconsistent, uneven and sometimes diametrical. The historical coexistence and spatial separation of uses that have hitherto been embedded in the landscape (such as agriculture, transport, military, tourism or energy production) is increasingly dissolving. It is replaced by an operationalized landscape in which informal recreational and sports uses are often inscribed in the metropolitan context. The new forms of "parks" that arise as a result of this are no longer clear and comprehensible, but spread out temporarily and spatially into the urban territory. The driving forces behind this development are on the one hand the expansion of the infrastructure networks of public transport, especially the S-Bahn, and on the other hand in the often chronic overuse of inner city open spaces to locate. As a result, those seeking relaxation are expanding their radius of action to the quickly accessible and immediately available recreational landscapes. This process is often informal and unplanned; People take the space for their activities, where and how they see fit. The superimposition and interdependence of partially contradictory interests, which are often excluded, leads to friction and conflicts that can be consistently positive and productive: landscape is no longer conceived only as an economic, but increasingly also as a public resource, which is a future debate on the way the (use) of the landscape and the possibility of an integral, democratic development of the landscape as a public space is necessary.
Lecture notesA workbook with texts and background information is available for purchase (CHF 20.-). A digital version is available for free.
Prerequisites / NoticeThe participation in the course is subject to the following three conditions:
1) The course is limited to 12 students. The restriction follows the time of the inscription according to the first-come-first-served-principle.
2) A two-days trip to the respective metropolis is mandatory for all students. This trip is scheduled on the weekend from 3rd to 4th October.
3) The contribution to expenses will be max. 100.- CHF per student (included: hotel with breakfast, meals for one day). In case of short-notice cancellation, all non-refundable costs will be charged to the student.
052-0719-20LUrban Food Information Restricted registration - show details
Does not take place this semester.
In HS20, this course is offered in a focus work.
Enrolment in the focus work in agreement with the lecturer only shaw@arch.ethz.ch.
2 credits4GG. Vogt
AbstractIn HS20, this course is offered in a focus work.
Enrolment in the focus work in agreement with the lecturer only shaw@arch.ethz.ch.
Learning objectiveSpecific knowledge about relation and various processes in cities and countrysides, with regard to production, handling, logistics, consumption habits and disposal of foodstuffs.
ContentThe production, processing, distribution, consumption, and disposal of food have perpetually affected the relationship between city and countryside. In that sense, the industrialization and globalization of food systems contributed to the urbanization of the landscape. On the other hand, logistic systems and consumer behavior are strongly affected by processes of urbanization, which shows that the city and its food system have a mutual influence on each other.
Prerequisites / NoticeIn HS20, this course is offered in a focus work.
Enrolment in the focus work in agreement with the lecturer only shaw@arch.ethz.ch.
061-0107-00LMaterials and Construction I Information Restricted registration - show details
Only for Landscape Architecture MSc.
2 credits2GG. Vogt
AbstractThe fundamental course discusses current constructive problems in landscape architecture as part of the complex and multi-faceted urban space that is cultivated and animated by humans. The two parts of the lecture (Materials and Construction I and II) are designed as complementary modules.
Learning objectiveThe students learn comprehensive skills in dealing with constructive questions (regarding the topics of soil, water and topography). The goal is to promote a value-based critical and research-based thinking that is the prerequisite for discovering new questions and developing independent solutions.
ContentThe course Materials and Construction I in the autumn semester 2020 deals with constructive questions around the topic of soil, water and topography. The introductory lecture introduces the two parts of the lecture (Materials and Construction I and II) as a whole and illustrates with concrete examples how thinking about constructive possibilities co-determine and penetrate the design process.

Subsequently, in addition to principles in dealing with soil (floor structures, surface treatment) and water (physical state, element dynamics), a wide range of topics are discussed. These deal with current questions of today's urban landscapes in dealing with contaminated soil, flood protection, drinking water management, etc. The topic of topography represents the continuous and connecting moment.

The fundamental course Materials and Construction I (9th November – 20th November 2020) and the foundation studio I are interrelated modules. The weekly schedule is published on the course website (and is included in the reader).
Lecture notesThe reader will be distributed on Friday, 6th November 2020.
LiteratureThe reader contains all relevant literature (also relevant for the exam).
Prerequisites / NoticeThe course is aimed exclusively at the students of the master's programme in landscape architecture.

The detailed course schedule is published on the course website (and is included in the reader).
061-0141-20LFoundation Studio I Information Restricted registration - show details
For MScLA students only.
Classes (and critiques) are held in English and German.
14 credits26UT. Galí-Izard, C. Girot, G. Vogt
AbstractThe course introduces to the subject and complexity of the urbanized landscape and teaches the critical engagement with the challenges and potentials of current tendencies in Landscape Architecture. On the basis of theoretical inputs and short design exercises the students will develop analythical, methodical and design skills.
Learning objectiveStudents acquire basic analytical, design and methodological skills in the field of Landscape Architecture.
ContentThe Foundation Studio I will be dealing with the urban territory of Basel in autumn semester 2020. The complexity of the region with its rich variety of geology and vegetation, the political boarders and an urge for urban renewal will be the background for the development of the design projects (selected design exercises will take place at other locations in Switzerland). The semester is composed of six modules, which are linked to the respective fundamental course, and a synthesis module:

Module 1 “Climate”, Prof. C. Girot, 14.–18.09.2020

Module 2 “Water”, Prof. C. Girot, 21.–25.09.2020

Module 3 “Soil”, Prof. T. Galí-Izard, 28.09.–2.10.20

Module 4 “Ecology and Plant Sciences”, Prof. T. Galí-Izard, 5.10.–16.10.20

Module 5 “Designing with Plants I”, Prof. G. Vogt, 26.10.–6.11.20

Module 6 “Materials and Construction I”, Prof. G. Vogt, 9.11.–20.11.20

Module “Synthesis”, Prof. T. Galí-Izard, Prof. C. Girot and Prof. G. Vogt, 23.11.–18.12.20

In addition to the design professors, external experts of diverse fields will advise and support the students during the development of their design.
Lecture notesThe workbook will be handed in during the first semester week.
LiteratureThe relevant literature is included in the workbook.
Prerequisites / Notice- The exercises will be introduced on Fridays the week before the module and their return will be the Friday at the end of the module.

- Mid-term Critiques: Module 1 “Climate” on Tuesday, 22.09.20. The Mid-term Critiques of Module 2–6 will take place on Wednesday of the week following the module.

- Final Critique: during the week 14.12.2020-18.12.2020

- The weekly schedule is published on the course website (and is included in the reader).

- Classes (and critiques) are held in English and German.
061-0151-20LSeminar Week Autumn Semester 2020 Information Restricted registration - show details
Only for Landscape Architecture MSc.
2 credits3SS. Hassold, G. Vogt
AbstractAlong five walks we explore the city vegetation of Basel and built connections to the conditions of the surrounding landscape. Obtaining a panoptical view of the “nature of the city” is the goal of intensive study of the territory.
Learning objectiveIn addition to a comprehensive insight into the vegetation of the city of Basel, the students receive an introduction to the method of walking as a way of exploring the urban landscape from a pedestrian perspective.
ContentFive walks lead us through the territory of the city of Basel. The tri-national area (Germany, Switzerland, France) with its exceptional geological, topographical, hydrological and climatic situation has a specific and diverse vegetation. We discover this diversity on the walks in the Petite Camargue, on the Tüllinger Hügel, during the crossing of the Jura and in the parks within the city.

The walks are led by proven experts. In conversations, Sonja Hassold (biologist), Günther Vogt (landscape architect) and Markus Ritter (ecologist) explain the relationships between the vegetation found and the conditions of the landscape. In doing so, references are made to the political, social and economic influencing factors that regulate the development of the landscape and significantly influence its shape.

The program is contextualized by dealing with the topic of walking science. Markus Ritter introduces the theory and method of promenadology in evening lectures, seminars and reading sessions, focusing on the person of Lucius Burckhardt (sociologist, 1925 - 2003).
Lecture notesThe reader will be given at the introductory course.
LiteratureAll relevant literature is included in the reader.
Prerequisites / NoticeThe weekly schedule is included in the reader.

The costs for the seminar trip range between 501.- and 750.- (cost framework C). Included are: All overnight stays (including breakfast), a dinner together, transfers from the hotel to the excursions, reader and all costs for admission to museums.

The course is aimed exclusively at students of the master's program in landscape architecture.
063-0629-20LTerritorium of the City (Thesis Elective) Information Restricted registration - show details 6 credits13AG. Vogt
AbstractThe elective series "Territory of the City: Landscape as a Resource" deals with current transformation processes of metropolitan landscapes in Europe and introduces to landscape architectural design on different scales. On the basis of cartographic analysis and field trips, students develop concrete strategies for the development of urban landscapes.
Learning objectiveThe elective introduces to the subject and complexity of the urbanized landscape and teaches the critical engagement with the challenges and potentials of current tendencies in Landscape Architecture. On the basis of a concrete study area, students examine the large-scale processes of reuse, reform and reinterpretation of metropolitan landscapes in Europe and develop new approaches and strategies on various scales. They become familiar with GIS as an analytical tool, model building as a design methodology and the representation of landscape through plans. They develop a project based on the perception of place, knowledge of landscape-architectonic typologies and conception of public space. The design process is accompanied by workshops, lectures, excursions, critiques and a workbook.
ContentDie Art und das Ausmass der Nutzung von Landschaft haben sich in den letzten Jahrzehnten grundlegend verändert. Einerseits wird die Ressource Landschaft heutzutage viel intensiver genutzt, wie dies die starke Zunahme von Rohstoffabbau und Materialtransporten sowie der massive Ausbau von Infrastrukturen verdeutlichen. Gleichzeitig wird die Nutzung in gewissen Gebieten auch extensiviert, wodurch Verbrachungs- und schliesslich Verwilderungsprozesse eintreten. Zudem sind Landschaften zunehmend rasanten und teilweise global wirkenden Veränderungen in Mobilität, Klima, Landwirtschaft, Energie und Freizeitverhalten unterworfen. In der Summe führt dies zu einer tiefgreifenden Transformation von Landschaften, wobei der Wandel uneinheitlich, ungleich und teilweise diametral erfolgt. Die historische Koexistenz und räumliche Trennung von bis anhin in die Landschaft eingelagerten Nutzungen (z.B. Landwirtschaft, Verkehr, Militär, Tourismus oder Energieproduktion) löst sich zunehmend auf. An ihre Stelle tritt eine operationalisierte Landschaft, in die im metropolitanen Kontext oftmals auch informellen Erholungs- und Sportnutzungen eingeschrieben sind. Die neuen Formen von «Parks», die dadurch entstehen, sind nicht mehr klar fass- und einordnungsbar, sondern breiten sich temporär und räumlich diffus auf das urbane Territorium aus. Die treibenden Kräfte hinter dieser Entwicklung sind einerseits im Ausbau der Infrastrukturnetzwerke des öffentlichen Verkehrs, insbesondere der S-Bahn, und andererseits in der oftmals chronischen Übernutzung innerstädtischer Freiräume zu verorten. Die Erholungssuchenden weiten als Folge ihren Aktionsradius auf die schnell erreichbaren und unmittelbar verfügbaren Freizeitlandschaften aus. Dieser Prozess erfolgt oftmals informell und ungeplant; die Menschen nehmen sich den Raum für ihre Aktivitäten, wo und wie sie es für nötig halten. Die Überlagerung und Verflechtung von teilweise konträren Interessen, die sich oftmals ausschliessen, führt zu Reibungen und Konflikten, die durchwegs positiv und produktiv sein können: Landschaft wird nicht mehr länger nur als ökonomische-, sondern vermehrt auch als öffentliche Ressource begriffen, was eine zukünftige Debatte über die Art und Weise der (Be-)Nutzung der Landschaft und die Möglichkeit einer integralen, demokratischen Entwicklung der Landschaft als öffentlicher Raum notwendig macht.
Lecture notesThe course is accompanied by a workbook with texts and background information.
Prerequisites / NoticeFor the elective Thesis it is a necessary condition to visit the elective course.
064-0017-20LResearch Methods in Landscape and Urban Studies Information Restricted registration - show details 2 credits2KG. Vogt, T. Avermaete, T. Galí-Izard, C. Girot, H. Klumpner, F. Persyn, C. Schmid, M. Topalovic
AbstractAdvanced PhD candidates of urban studies, urban and landscape design and urban sociology report about their experiences and insights in the concrete application of methods utilized for their research and scientific publications. Discussion of ongoing individual work, methodological questions, critical perspectives on urban and landscape design and city's relation to society.
Learning objectiveThe seminar's objective is to introduce PhD students to the multitude of research methodologies, tools and techniques within the fields of urban studies, urban design, territorial planning and landscape architecture. Based on the conveyed knowledge, the seminar ultimately aims at enabling PhD candidates to critically assess existing methods and tools, and to refine and develop an academically sound research framework for their own studies.
ContentThe seminar is organized along three modules that are arranged according to the PhD classes' particular needs:

A: Methodology Module >>> Introduction of a research methodology by an expert / short contributions by PhD students + exercise and discussion / moderated by doctoral program coordinator (Lecturer/Dozent). This will include quantitative and qualitative methods such as ethnographic research, case study research, grounded theory, survey design, mapping, methods in statistical and data analysis, etc. (3-4 per semester)

B: Literature Module >>> Reading sessions organized and conducted by doctoral program coordinator (Lecturer/Dozent) / invited experts from the Department. These sessions will support the methodology modules with theoretical and historical texts with a specifically tailored reading syllabus. (4-5 per semester).

C: Techniques Module >>> Introduction into research techniques and tools / organized by doctoral program coordinator (Lecturer/Dozent) / conducted by respective experts. These modules will make students familiar with technical aspects such as academic writing, or the the use of GIS software, the ETH library or the gta archive, etc.(2-3 per semester)
Prerequisites / NoticeThe seminar is jointly organized by the coordinator of the Doctoral Program in Landscape and Urban Studies, and the I-LUS faculty. Although located at the D-ARCH, the seminar is open to all doctoral students at ETH who are involved or interested in research at the urban and territorial scale.

This seminar is complementing the gta doctoral colloquiums on Thursday afternoons.

Hybrid teaching: Personal teaching in ONA Design In Dialog Lab (ONA E25) and online teaching:
https://ethz.zoom.us/j/2317208647