INTERNATIONAL SEMINAR 2026
Gardener and landscape architect:an in-depth and essential dialogue for developing high-quality projects in the long term
Teatro Sociale, Bergamo - 19 - 20 September
Via Bartolomeo Colleoni 4, Bergamo
Friday 19 september 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday 20 septemer 9:30 am - 1:00 pm
How can cities be rethought to restore the balance between urban development, ecology and the sustainable management of the economy?
We will address the issue of urban rethinking to put nature and people back at the centre of the redevelopment of cities.
It will be investigated how to revise urbanisation guidelines, how to counter heat islands, how to restore drainage capacity to impermeable soils, with which criteria to develop the increase of urban greenery.
In summary, projects developed on various continents that have proved capable of integrating engineering approaches with an all-round ecological vision will be recounted.
Event translated into English and Italian*
*Simultaneous translation with professional interpreters
Single ticket for the two days cannot be sold separately.
Purchased tickets are not subject to refund.
PROTAGONISTS
Luciano Giubbilei
Luciano Giubbilei is a landscape architect from Siena who has been working in London since 1994. Having founded his own practice in 1997, he has developed a design approach based on the dialogue between landscape, art and architecture. Since 2012, he has been exploring the field of planting design through his work at Great Dixter with Fergus Garrett.
James Hitchmough
James Hitchmough is an expert in planting design and professor emeritus at the University of Sheffield. His work explores the design of naturalistic plant compositions through the combined use of sowing and planting, with the aim of creating landscape systems of high aesthetic and ecological value. His research defines a structured method for designing and managing complex vegetation inspired by nature.
Artur Serra
Artur Serra has a keen appreciation for plants in their natural environment and an approach to his work based on careful observation of plant cycles and the ecological context. His practice is founded on respect for the natural character of the landscape and the discreet maintenance of green spaces, enhancing the spontaneous dynamics of the vegetation.
Charlie Harpur
Charlie Harpur initially trained as an architect before turning his attention to horticulture and landscape architecture. He gained experience at gardens such as the Chelsea Physic Garden and through the Kew Diploma, developing an approach that integrates design and ecology. His work focuses on the relationship between natural habitats and landscape design.