Improving Fruition and Protecting Nature through Landscape Design and Nature-Based Solutions: The Case of West Iceland
<p id="p1">Iceland is situated on the fault line that separates the European continent from the North American continent, making it a virtually unique location in the subarctic belt of the planet. Lava flows caused by the collision and movement of the two platforms have created a unique land. To pro...
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| Lenguaje: | inglés |
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IntechOpen
2025
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| Acceso en línea: | https://www.intechopen.com/chapters/1237248 |
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| Sumario: | <p id="p1">Iceland is situated on the fault line that separates the European continent from the North American continent, making it a virtually unique location in the subarctic belt of the planet. Lava flows caused by the collision and movement of the two platforms have created a unique land. To protect this uniqueness, there are several protected natural areas and three national parks in Iceland. In the western part, the Snæfellsnes peninsula is recognisable by the profile of the Snæfellsjökull volcano and its glacier, home to one of the national parks. One of the current challenges is managing the flow of tourists and protecting nature. Recent landscape architecture projects by renowned design studios, such as Landslag and Arkís, have redefined access points and routes to iconic sites, including the Saxholl crater. Walkability has proven crucial in both protecting nature and enabling the public to reconnect with it. Another successful example was the riverbank restoration in the Andakilsá nature reserve in Borgarnes, which demonstrates the relevance of nature-based solutions in areas of ecological importance. The use of nature-based solutions is also becoming relevant in responding to societal and environmental challenges. The text aims to demonstrate the benefits of carefully designing public spaces in relation to natural elements within and adjacent to protected areas, balancing functionality and aesthetics to create a destination that attracts visitors from around the world due to its unique natural and cultural characteristics.</p> |
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| ISBN: | 978-1-83635-644-8 |
| DOI: | 10.5772/intechopen.1012963 |