Small architectural forms

Small architectural forms (SAF) - in landscape architecture and landscape art are auxiliary architectural structures, equipment’s and decorative elements, which have their own simple functions and complements the general composition of the architectural ensemble of development. Some of the elements of the SAF do not carry utilitarian functions and have an exclusively artistic and decorative purpose. Small architectural forms can play an important role in an architectural ensemble. In landscape design they are among the main elements of the garden 's decorative design. Small architectural forms can also include small structures made of light-weight structures and installed temporarily, without building a foundation (shopping pavilions, etc.).