Unbounded Practice

This book explores the vital contributions of women in landscape architecture, particularly in the early twentieth century, showcasing their impact on the profession.

Women have played a crucial role in the field of landscape architecture since its inception as a profession in the United States during the 1890s. Many of these women entered the field through various pathways, including gardening, garden design, horticulture, and fine arts. Unbounded Practice delves into the contributions of female landscape architects in the early twentieth century, highlighting their influence on both design practices and the evolution of the profession itself.

Despite their significant contributions, the history of women in American landscape design has often been overlooked. In Unbounded Practice: Women and Landscape Architecture in the Early Twentieth Century, Thaisa Way addresses this gap by providing a detailed narrative of notable women in the field, such as Beatrix Jones Farrand, Marian Cruger Coffin, and Ellen Biddle Shipman. Through their stories, the book illustrates how these women not only shaped the landscape around them but also helped define the profession of landscape architecture.

The book serves as both a historical account and a celebration of the pioneering women who contributed to landscape architecture during a transformative period. By examining their work and the challenges they faced, Unbounded Practice sheds light on the important yet often unrecognized role women have played in this field, encouraging a broader understanding of landscape architecture's history and evolution.