Professionalism & Professional Development

Question 1

How does belonging to a professional organisation help you as a Landscape Architect?

Answer 1

• provides support to a practicing L.A
• Networking opportunities
• protection of the profession through ethics and principles being set.
• it represents and develops the reputation of our profession to others (government, public, other professions).

Question 2

Explain the NZILA statement of philosophy and what it means to you as a practicing L.A?

Answer 2

• It talks about the cumulative effects of physical & cultural processes.
• It makes you consider how to enhance both natural Resources and cultural values in practice.
• Ethical proposition. A ‘measuring stick’

Question 3

What do think is the role of the NZILA?

Answer 3

• it sets quality standards and guidelines in L.A practice.
• helps to manage and guide the professional ethics and principles of L.A.
• it supports it’s members and creates a community
• it represents a voice for L.A’s on issues that come up… RMA, Unitary Plan changes..

Question 4

What’s the difference between and Landscape Architect & Landscape Designer?

Answer 4

• no legal difference

- Landscape Architect has a broader more technical and collaborative role.

Question 5

When have your ethics been challenged in a project? How did you respond?

Answer 5

• market square - tree removal.

Question 6

Have you ever had to declare a conflict of interest?

Answer 6

No I haven’t, but I understand what to look for in such a situation. It could be that your spouse works at a company you’re submitting competition documents to and you’d have to fill out a form declaring your conflict of interest…

Question 7

What is the Charter and How would you use the NZILA charter in your work?

Answer 7

• The charter is a set of guiding principles:
  
  • Sustainable development
  • Treaty of Waitangi
  • Maori values
  • Stewardship
  • Identity
  • Human health + wellbeing
  • Placemaking
  • Inclusivity
• I would refer to the charter for principles and reference information in general practice..
• use as a framework in working alongside others industries.

Question 8

What is the difference between Code of Ethics and the Charter?

Answer 8

• Code of Ethics outlines the philosophical aspects of being a professional L.A
• the Charter lists out guiding principles and values for those practicing Landscape Architecture in NZ. It talks about the protection, responsive design and management & maintenance of landscape resource in NZ

Question 9

How do you plan to continue your professional development once you become registered?

Answer 9

• NZILA conferences
• general NZILA events and networking
• In studio workshops re: skill development and teaching

Question 10

Why is CPD important?

Answer 10

It makes sure the bar is continually raised and new knowledge is fostered.

Question 11

What’s pieces of legislation do you use as a Landscape Architect?

Answer 11

Land Law:

• RMA
• Local Government Act
• Reserves Act
• Treaty of Waitangi
• Auckland Unitary Plan

Question 12

Have you worked on a project that had community involvement? How important was their input?

Answer 12

• Market Place. AT lead process. Supported public consultation as a designer representative.
• the process provides more detail and outside influence which helps shape a project.

Question 13

What is the difference between a landscape advocate and an expert witness?

Answer 13

• A landscape advocate is an individual who approaches a land based issue from a subjective view.
• An expert witness provides unbiased opinion. They’re not an advocate for the party the represent.