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Meristem Design partnered with the London Borough of Hillingdon to tackle the visual clutter posed by electrical cabinets in a local shopping precinct. The clever solution? Bespoke, powder-coated steel planters adorned with robust Hedera Helix Ivy forming aesthetic green screens. This initiative not only veiled the unsightly cabinets, but also enriched the locale with a dash of nature.
Addressing London's Vulnerability to Flooding and SuDS Planters as a Solution:
London, with its vast urban landscape, rich history, and the serpentine River Thames coursing through its heart, faces unique challenges regarding flood risks. Several areas in London are particularly vulnerable to flooding.
SuDS planters are not only designed to manage stormwater and reduce flood risks but also bring in greenery, enhancing the city’s aesthetics and biodiversity. In residential areas, they serve as mini-reservoirs, absorbing excess rainwater and slowly releasing it back, preventing sudden strain on the drainage systems. By integrating them into urban landscapes, we don't just address flooding; we also embrace biophilic design principles
In the bustling heart of London, Sherwood Park Primary faced a unique challenge: limited outdoor space. Through innovative biophilic design, an overlooked plot was transformed into a dynamic outdoor classroom. A haven for students aged 5 to 19, this new space offers sensory gardens, a mud kitchen, and endless opportunities for hands-on learning.
We are delighted to unveil our latest achievement at this year's RHS Flower Show—a remarkable living wall showcased on the bandstand. Our design highlights lush green foliage, carefully selected to complement the exquisite palette inspired by Chelsea's renowned colours. Spanning an impressive 24 square meters, this living wall boasts over 1000 meticulously chosen plants.
We are delighted to announce that we have been selected to partner with Lambeth Council to design and deliver the Community Parklets in Lambeth. This is an amazing opportunity for the community to come together and create some truly special green spaces that everyone can enjoy.
Lambeth Council is looking to build 25 new community parklets in one of the largest programs of its kind. Residents are invited to submit their own designs, which could include planters, tables, seating, children's play activities, cycle storage and lots of colourful planting to create new green spaces.
Mentmore Terrace, next to London Fields Overground station, has been the latest location to receive two more parklets in the London borough of Hackney. The council continues to move forward in their efforts of reducing the dominance of cars on our roads through their transport strategy, with one module housing space for 8 bicycles, and the other for 2 cargo bikes.
Following successful schemes in Kent, Meristem Design were appointed by Ashford Council to design and install a seating area to bring life to the town centre. This temporary pilot scheme delivers some interventions that link to key themes from the Town Centre Reset – integrated play, feature lighting, temporary public realm and outdoor seating. If successful this could lead to further, more permanent features in the future.
