17.10
Upland landscapes (as here in
this view of the Pentland Hills
near Edinburgh) are usually
seen from the road. Signs,
poles and fences form the
poorly designed foreground
for many such views.
17.11
The cypress tree in this
suburban street in Barcelona
provides a landmark almost as
important in civic terms as
Antonio Gaudi’s apartment
block behind. The relationship
between trees, walls, cars
and buildings establishes a
balance that is typical of
Mediterranean towns.
148 Understanding architecture through drawing