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On behalf of the London Borough of Lambeth, we embarked on a mission to design, construct, and install over 520 meters of 1.8m tall Hedera screens at 16 schools within 4 months, targeting pollution-affected areas. Our comprehensive approach included initial surveys, bespoke design, construction, and a 12-month maintenance plan, alongside essential training and handover for school staff, to protect students from air pollution and enhance environmental education.
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
Discover how Meristem Design's transformative community planting at Lea Bridge Library Garden brought the principles of biophilic design to life, fostering biodiversity and forging meaningful connections among local residents. Explore the benefits of urban greening, the beauty of garden inspiration, and the power of cultivating community through sustainable practices.
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.
