Lecture 5 From natural to cultural landscape

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Lecture 5 From natural to cultural landscape

From natural to cultural

When the original plant growth (natural) is replaced by the design of humans. 

Zoning plan 

Nowadays we organize cities according to four categories: 

1. living
2. working
3. traffic 
4.  recreation

Amenities

 facilities, such as hospitals, schools and shops.

Living / Urbanization

Densely populated :  many people live in a small area   

 Sparsely populated:   Few people live in this areas, it's mainly used for other purposes

Work 

4 sectors : 

1. Primary sector
2. Secondary sector
3. Tertiary sector
4. Quaternary sector

Primary sector 

Focuses on agriculture, especially in fertile areas. Historical significance in shaping the economy of the Netherlands.

In the beginning people settled near clay, loess because the fertile soil. 

Peat areas were popular because peat could be used as fuel

Secondary sector 

Involves industrial activities and manufacturing. Developed around accessible raw materials and transport routes.

Textiles for example were built where a lot of wool was available 

Industrial areas in Limburg because of the mines ( coal)

Tertiary sector (service sector)

Provides services such as hospitality and banking. Relies on proximity to customers and population density.

examples shopkeepers, hairdresses etc. 

Quaternary sector

Consists of government-funded non-commercial organisations. Focuses on research, education, and information services

Recreation management

Maintaining landscapes for leisure activities. Balancing nature conservation with recreational use.

We are located in a river delta, lots of animals/ and plants. 

Traffic / Infrastructure 

Connects urban areas through transport and communication networks. Essential for economic and social connectivity.