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4.6 Landscape Plan Landscaping within the Specific Plan area is intended to be far more than an aesthetic complement to the architecture of the surrounding buildings. Landscaping is used to define and mold public spaces, soften building materials, buffer pedestrians from vehicles, provide shade, create visual interest, and a number of other purposes. Lastly, landscaping contributes to the character of the Specific Plan area through the use of California native plant material. The following landscape zone types are proposed throughout the Specific Plan area: Pedestrian Gathering (Common Open Space and Plazas) Residential Open Space (Private Courtyards and Patios) Gateway Nodes (Inviting Public Entries) Streetscape (Interior Connections) Perimeter Buffer (Curb Appeal) Descriptions of the purpose and intent for each landscape zone type are provided below. Additionally, this section includes a sample plant palette of proposed trees, shrubs, groundcovers, and vines. Figure 4-5 to 4-8, Typical Streetscape (Various), show the various streetscape scenarios described in Section 3 of this document. Pedestrian Gathering (Common Open Space and Plazas). Common open space within the Specific Plan area includes both hardscape areas (plazas, courtyards, walkways) and softscape areas (parks, lawn space, landscaping). Common or publicly accessible open space is an important component of new development, especially in dense urban areas. In commercial settings, open space is used as space to hold events such as concerts, food truck gatherings, farmer's markets, and I'-r DESIGN GUIDELINES 14 holiday events. As more emphasis is placed on the experiential quality of places, restaurants and stores with views onto open space areas become more highly valued. Residential Open Space (Private Courtyards and Patios). Private open space for the Specific Plan area is provided within residential, office, or hotel developments. This space is solely accessible to users of that space and their guests and often contains amenities such as pools, barbecue areas, cabanas, sport courts, dog parks, and small garden areas. Landscaping within private open space areas is used to complement and soften the surrounding architecture and to define individual open space areas. Landscaping contributes to the aesthetic quality of the space and plays an important role in creating a sense of place. Example of enhanced landscaping and lighting at primary entrances. MAINPLACE SPECIFIC PLAN 1 4-31