From Landscape Architecture to Nature-Based Solutions: A Strategic Approach to Fine Dust Mitigation in Urban School Forests

Youngsun Seok, Kihwan Song, Jinhyung Chon and Yun Eui Choi ()
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Youngsun Seok: Carbon Neutrality Support Center, Yongin Research Institute, Yongin 16976, Republic of Korea
Kihwan Song: Department of Ecology Landscape Architecture-Design, Jeonbuk National University, Iksan 54596, Republic of Korea
Jinhyung Chon: Division of Environmental Science and Ecological Engineering, Korea University, Seoul 02841, Republic of Korea
Yun Eui Choi: Department of Ecological Landscape Architecture Design, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon 24341, Republic of Korea

Land, 2025, vol. 14, issue 2, 1-27

Abstract: Urban areas face increasing environmental challenges, including fine dust pollution and climate change, which significantly impact public health and urban resilience. To address these issues, this study explores the integration of Nature-based Solutions (NbSs) and landscape architecture processes to develop a systematic approach for enhancing urban environmental outcomes. Through a comprehensive review of prior studies, the strengths and weaknesses of NbSs and landscape architecture processes were analyzed, leading to the development of the Nature-based Landscape Process (NLP), which synthesizes the key principles of both approaches. The Dongmyeong Elementary School Fine Dust Mitigation Forest Project was analyzed as a case study to evaluate the applicability of the NLP. This project, implemented using traditional landscape processes, was critically reviewed to identify areas where NbS principles could enhance ecological, social, and functional outcomes. The findings highlight how the integration of NbS principles into landscape architecture processes can address existing gaps and improve project sustainability and precision. This study provides practical insights into the application of the NLP in urban landscape projects, contributing to the development of strategies that align with long-term sustainability and climate adaptation goals.

Keywords: Nature-based Landscape Process (NLP); landscape architecture guidelines; adaptive management; climate adaptation planning; urban resilience; green infrastructure (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: Q15 Q2 Q24 Q28 Q5 R14 R52 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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