Summary

Unlock the secret to taking control of SuDS (Sustainable Drainage Systems) design as part of the wider design of landscape schemes – Landscape-led SuDS.

This masterclass debunks the myths that are commonly used to engineer-out good nature-based SuDS solutions, often leading to deep and unusable ‘end-of-pipe’ SuDS holes that devalue our landscapes. Instead, this masterclass provides an opportunity to explore design approaches that empower the integration of the flow of rainwater into our design processes.

Delve into hydraulic engineering to make SuDS more accessible to designers and to enable constructive collaboration with engineers.

Critical technical aspects such as inlets, outlets and flow controls will also be explored, as well as how to choose soils and plants for successful SuDS.

• Gain the confidence to lead the design of SuDS and effectively collaborate with other disciplines so that they are positive, contributory and multifunctional elements in your projects.
• Be able to confidently defend your design ideas and identify flawed thinking.
• Be able to analyse a site to determine the best hydraulic strategies and how these might influence the landscape layout.
• Understand the range of SuDS techniques available and when they are the appropriate solution as well as the technical aspects that make them SuDS-functional such as approaches to inlets, outlets and flow controls.
• Understand the role of soils and plants in SuDS and how this affects our choices.
• Be inspired by the potential of integrating creative SuDS design into your projects to create more climate-resilient and beneficial landscapes for people and wildlife.