Sustainable landscape SDG, 1. Biodiversity: Use native species to support wildlife (SDG 15). 2. Climate Resilience: Apply green infrastructure for extreme weather (SDG 13). 3. Water Conservation: Employ rainwater harvesting and drought-tolerant plants (SDG 6). 4. Carbon Sequestration: Integrate trees and green roofs (SDG 13). 5. Soil Health: Use erosion control and mulching (SDG 15). 6. Sustainable Materials: Use eco-friendly resources (SDG 12). 7. Energy Efficiency: Design for natural cooling and renewable power (SDG 7). 8. Community Engagement: Foster inclusivity (SDG 11). 9. Well-being: Create spaces for health (SDG 3). Pollution Reduction: Reduce air and water pollution (SDGs 14,15). 10. Food Security: Include edible landscapes (SDG 2).

Sustainability is a way of life. It comes from within, powered by our consciousness, to do it right ....and follow the needs of our present time . When we do it, then our aesthetic lens changes...and our cityscapes become more than only looks ...they also give a larger message....of rejuvenation...of repair .... of giving therapeutic value. Then it becomes the duty of the designer to follow the 'Way ' , and also show and inspire the stakeholders (especially clients ) to embrace it wholistically .

Sustainability in landscape architecture means understanding the context, scale and thinking beyond the boundary. Sustainability is all about seeing the bigger picture—thinking not just about a single project site but its connections and influence on a broader environmental, social, and economic scale. It means deeply understanding the local context, respecting the site’s ecological limits, and designing for long-term resilience. By thinking beyond the boundaries, sustainable landscape architects create spaces that work with natural systems, engage communities, and adapt to changing conditions. This approach creates landscapes that are not only functional but also enrich the environment and enhance community wellbeing over time.

We must deal with systems holistically, broadly. and deeply. Humanity has altered the environment in dramatic and profound ways. We must preserve and conserve what remains untouched and work to restore when passible and repair any damage that we have done. Biodiversity is at the top of the list followed by biophilia and nature-based actions wherever possible.

The design has to be nature-centric. Before proposing anything, one has to first understand the existing and emphasise how it can be saved and then enhance the same in design. Secondly, consider the existing layer as the base for design and then add elements of water conservation, native planting, energy conservation through solar lighting, safety features and community engagement strategies.