Urban green in Vientiane, Lao PDR
a minor field study
This is a Minor field study addressing the current situation
in Vientiane, Laos where focus lies on the green structures
past, present and future.
The city of Vientiane is growing rapidly and as a result of
this there is a increasing development. The once peaceful
capital known for it?s lush and green environment is
standing in a crossroad where important decision must
be made to preserve valuable areas. During 8 weeks inventories and observations where made resulting into a
proposal for future development. The proposal is divided
into three parts.
The urban fringe and surrounding landscape are still
quite undeveloped and have a great potential of green
wedges etc.
The city of Vientiane and the green network linking important recreational, commercial and cultural places.
Detailed proposal over certain green objects such as
parks and squares.