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The Concept Plan Concept plans, often drawn on tracing paper, try to capture the essence of the intended design by sketching in the major components of a project. These plans are useful tools in developing strong outdoor spaces. It is common to create several concept drawings while exploring site alternatives. In addition to key features observed during site analysis, concept plans commonly include: locations for planting beds, outdoor rooms and open areas for recreation or entertainment, wildlife areas and views to emphasize or shield. I 4 - f r-5 ■_ `.. -, IN F1 L TP S1 N re lee _- - '. -F L _ g J L P44 TH 13 ic Yr. .7. Concept Drawing In the concept phase you will also need to select an appropriate plant community for your project, based on current site conditions and an understanding of the type of vegetation that existed there in the past. Oak forest, maple-basswood forest, mesic prairie and wet meadow are examples of natural plant communities (see References and Resources for information on native plant communities). It is best to select plants from one or a few plant communities because plants that normally grow together are more likely to thrive than a hodgepodge of unrelated species. It is also important to consider both the ecological and social context of the project during concept plan development. Plantings should improve the ecological function of the site and promote a healthy environment as much as possible. Selected plants should blend into the urban or neighborhood setting and add beauty. 30