Tools We Use: A UAV and Photogrammetry Workflow Analysis for Small Landscape Architecture Firms

Advanced technologies increase both the speed and the efficiency of work, saving time and money for practitioners. These technologies manifest in tools and resources that equip professionals across various sectors to carry out their work more effectively. Unfortunately, these resources can be confusing, convoluted, and critically misunderstood. Therefore, understanding emerging and advanced technology positions professionals to fill in gaps in knowledge and provides unrivaled value for the profession. This study examines advanced technology in the field of landscape architecture, analyzes applications of tools and resources, and provides a guide for implementation to answer the following research question: How can UAVs improve site analysis workflows for small landscape architecture firms? Focused on Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), the discussion finds a multi-resource workflow leads to higher quality data, faster analysis, and more targeted solutions.