Permaculture design starts with water, access, and structures, making water management the foundation of sustainable landscapes. By understanding how water moves through a site before and after earthworks, we create systems that work with nature.

Water and Access In landscape design, choosing between a gradient road with a slight fall or a level terrace is critical for balancing water management and access. Both systems harvest water and provide pathways, but their outcomes vary based on the land’s needs. Drawing from years of experience Dave Spicer of Doc Spice Permaculture, aims to articulate the differences in this article, exploring why you might choose a gradient road or a terrace, highlighting their differences