Sheepscapes: The Impact of Sheep on LandscapesArchitectural Research, Ecology2023
This project explores the role of sheep in landscape management and biodiversity in the Netherlands, particularly in Flevoland. Sheep are integral to land reclamation, soil compaction, and maintaining public green spaces. By grazing, they naturally manage vegetation, promote biodiversity, and stabilize dikes.
We focused on the concept of “Sheepscapes,” where sheep foster fertile lands filled with flowers and pollinators. Additionally, the project addresses the underutilization of wool, which is often discarded due to its low commercial value. Through three treatments of wool from different sheep breeds, we created three symbolic “gardens”—a line, surface, and volume—demonstrating sheep’s impact on the landscape and biodiversity.
Each wool product reflects the ecosystem sheep create as they graze, dispersing seeds and enriching the soil. This process not only enhances plant growth but also attracts insects and birds, contributing to a richer, more diverse environment.

In collaboration with Silvia Bianchini
Under the supervision of Studio Ossidiana

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