The design of urban, suburban, rural or natural areas (human or natural) is analysed at a large scale. The landscape character is assessed. The organisation of various, static and dynamic elements that compose the landscape, their social, financial and cultural composition, as well as their interrelations are studied at a large scale. Study the landscape, the organisation, and design of individual elements, so decisions and actions taken avoid adverse effects on the landscape and environment, green spaces and natural resources protected, and sustainable development supported. In depth analysis of the term “landscape” in various sciences and the European Landscape Convention. Conceptualisation of the rural landscape through agricultural science: the landscape as means of conceptualising agricultural activities and the role of agricultural activities in developing the landscape. Legislative interventions protecting the landscape: case study of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), the role of agricultural and environmental measures, and future reform of CAP (2014-2020) in relation to the landscape.