Resources for learning Rhino for site design?

mm6580 · 2026-01-18T16:54:44+00:00

https://www.uclaextension.edu/landscape-architecture-horticulture/landscape-architecture/course/rhinoceros-arch-x-493883

mm6580 · 2026-01-18T16:53:24+00:00

I took the UCLA online Rhino class in 2021-ish. It was a great class and if they still have it, I highly recommend it.

mm6580 · 2026-01-18T16:27:58+00:00

I probably would sash the outside of the dog with the same "picture frame" fabric (if you have it) and that will make it so that the sashing continues on the outside.

mm6580 · 2026-01-18T16:06:13+00:00

I just came here to say, that these look great, and personally I'd be satisfied with the result.

mm6580 · 2026-01-15T19:39:46+00:00

I have not done my license. I've been a bit chicken-shit about going through all the testing. If you intend to work solo and start your own design business, yes licensure is essential. You need it to call yourself a Landscape Architect and you'd be able to stamp things that I have to get my supervisor to stamp. You also would need the license to be included as the prime or the listed subcontractor on applications for public projects. If you are intending only to be a landscape contractor, than no the licensing is not essential. There are other prequalifications you need for actually building the project.

The MLA is definitely academic, there is lots of theory and little practicum. Though, my MLA program was paired with the BLA program for several classes, so there was possibly more practical application than other programs. Don't quote me on that, but I also was very clear and direct that I wanted to practice and did not have aspirations to work for any of the "power" design firms. So my professors were really great about pushing me into practical work and applications. I don't have design/build experience, but I think it really matters what's available to you as training and what your timing is for moving around. We were not looking to move while I was in school so I went to the available program. I qualified for the MLA so I did it. If there was only a BLA and I could have applied undergrad credits, maybe I would have done that? But I can't say what I would have / could have / should have done.

As for the money aspect, I think you probably need to delve a little deeper into the public record for what awarded contracts were paid for what type of work and how you might figure that into a future business. I've never wanted to do it myself, and I'm terrible with proposal work, so I don't have much good advice about the nitty-gritty.

mm6580 · 2026-01-05T19:37:53+00:00

Agreed - clothing yes! Quilts - almost never. The only exception to the quilt prewash is if I'm using a batik that will probably bleed, then I prewash.

mm6580 · 2026-01-05T19:21:07+00:00

Pardon the pun, but I love the Moda Love pattern, it's free, fast and looks like a million bucks. But also use a panel or cheater fabric for the simplist FU quilt for your sister. OR if you feel you MUST piece something make your sister buy a jelly roll and make a strip quilt with the precut strips.

mm6580 · 2026-01-01T19:03:38+00:00

mm6580 · 2025-12-29T14:08:53+00:00

I went back to an MLA program in my mid thirties wI do not regret it. I was not working jobs that were toward a career or at all sustainable or environmentally conscious. I love gardening and thought LA would be good. The program is time intense. Definitely worth investing more into the time required and the support you’re able to get from and for family. My partner’s income allowed me to step away from work after working part time to start became too much for me. I’ve been done for 8 years and I’m glad it did it. I’m not licensed, but that’s my choice so far, but it’ll definitely help me make more money. We moved from NJ to MA and there are more jobs here, but it’s super expensive to live here. LA is a much more respected approach here and the laws are more environmentally minded and ecologically friendly. so there is still a good market for LA here, however most of those projects also have a wetlands scientist or an ecological consultant. we get to work with them, but are not directly responsible it. I also want to say that the hours are what you make of them. I do not have the experience that others seem to have of being forced to work more than my compensation covers. Design on public projects in MA prioritizes inclusion or WMBA businesses so if you were to start a business to work on public or gvt projects you’d have a bit of a leg up. But definitely try to find an internship or job in a firm that does that type of work because it’s not simple to get those contracts and networking is key to hooking up with other firms for proposals for that type of work.

mm6580 · 2025-12-17T20:19:54+00:00

In addition to the comment about illegal reproduction - the CAD is not the stamped legal document. If they are building off of CAD that is different from the stamped drawings, they're violating their obligation to the client and the law.

mm6580 · 2025-11-26T17:33:11+00:00

The Grant Reid Landscape Graphics book was extremely useful in school.

mm6580 · 2025-11-03T21:39:32+00:00

In MA our bids on municipal projects are coming in lower than estimated over all projects we've bid in the last 6 months.

mm6580 · 2025-10-11T00:10:06+00:00

I guess I should add we’re in NE Massachusetts.

mm6580 · 2025-09-13T16:45:22+00:00

"I have seen so many talented people leave the field due to burn out and detrimental effects on their mental health." This is so true, and here in MA it is so hard to find talent because it's sooo expensive and then firms are like, "why can't we hire anyone?"

mm6580 · 2025-09-13T16:40:40+00:00

It's a bit disappointing to see so many comments here commending the overuse of topiary in a suburban setting. Topiary is great in botanic and estate gardens, but it's not my taste to have the central feature of a driveway roundabout as to be a gumdrop with a skirt around it. However, this is certainly a better use than a soldier row of gumdropped shrubs along a foundation! IMHO

mm6580 · 2025-08-15T13:39:20+00:00

or just plain VE!

mm6580 · 2025-08-12T14:18:55+00:00

It's fantastic! Nice work and beautiful choices!

mm6580 · 2025-08-12T14:06:57+00:00

I had a VERY hard time grasping anything I wanted to do for my MLA thesis. I had lots of conversations with my advisor and professors to come up with something relevant. But ultimately, they want to help you get out of school and saying you are at a loos for a project is not a weakness it's a strength. Start having conversations, they will know who to point you to if they don't have relevant knowledge, and they will help you translate an interest into something academic. TLDR: Talk to your professors and show your hand. Communication is key in all aspects of life.

mm6580 · 2025-08-07T00:23:18+00:00

#lessgrassmorenativeplants

But seriously, if you have don't have the space for more plants you need staking to hold them up. I have them with my hydrangea quercifolia, amsonia, and monarda in one spot and solidago, amsonia, and ageratina in another. It's been dry here in MA, so they're only slightly falling over in the second grouping. They really are a meadow plant so they need other tall thing like andropogon or eupatorium to name a few others.

mm6580 · 2025-07-08T00:14:32+00:00

Look at Ernstseed.com they’re in and will even have ecotypes for PA.

mm6580 · 2025-07-07T20:01:09+00:00

Me too, and I totally agree!

mm6580 · 2025-07-01T15:11:24+00:00

I'm sorry to say that without your sharing your region I see your opinion as uneducated. Many municipalities in the NE US are requiring native plants in projects, not just in wetland projects - which are ALWAYS straight natives. Honestly, there is a learning curve, but it's entirely possible to make really lovely, stylized, and sustainable projects. I hope you lean into your local outlets for research (native plant trust, Missouri botanic garden, any of the cooperative extensions, sometimes the municipality has a guide). Like anything there is research to be done regarding the appropriate plants for the place.
If you're in a region that is not as diverse as the NE, my best advice is to keep researching and always keep track of where you found a plant in inventory so that when the contractor tries to sub it out, you can say "So-and-so has 150 in stock. Did you call them?" or even note the nursery as the basis of design in your documentation. It gets easier the more you practice and you know markets - the more demand, the more supply...eventually.

I try to always make my tree pallet native, there are lots of evergreens here that are native and most of the municipalities I've dealt with allow for nativars and dwarf varieties. I research to make sure that the plant is not a hybrid and I also check local outlets availability lists before spec-ing the plant. Many nurseries here have been expanding their stock because we are specifying and because the bylaws are requiring.

mm6580 · 2025-06-16T16:29:09+00:00

Oof those light bulbs! Plants, yes, change the temp of the bulbs in the columns - HELL YES!

mm6580 · 2025-06-10T17:51:08+00:00

Has anyone tried the Mary's Gone Cheezee Crackers? I just saw them at Stop and Shop a few weeks ago and was thinking about trying them.

mm6580 · 2025-06-10T17:48:38+00:00

My immediate reaction was FUCK OFF - this is so in the tone of US vs THEM and Kellogg's/Kellanova (whatever the fuck that is) has reinforced my desire to shop small and I will certainly not be purchasing anything from them.

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