“Sustainability” is defined as design, construction, and maintenance practices that meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. The study begins with the characterization of the principles of sustainability and the importance of their application in any landscape project. Subsequently, it describes the importance of landscape for tourism and its contribution in the economical development of the Sultanate of Oman. Focus is on natural resources used in the design of landscape architecture that must be protected and used sustainably to respect the environment and wildlife in an attempt not to destroy but to develop in harmony with local communities. Finally, these theories are applied in the project of Six Senses Spa in Al-Bustan Palace Hotel in Muscat, where a concept was created that contributes to local sustainable development reducing environmental and social impact taking into account the need to preserve the landscape that has a historical and cultural value, as well as the existing natural resources.

Mestrado em Arquitectura Paisagista - Instituto Superior de Agronomia