Posts Tagged ‘living wall’
We Won CIRIA’S Biodiversity Challenge Award in Innovation for Nature!
The urgency is clear: since the 1930s, 97% of wildflower meadows have been lost, a decline felt most acutely in urban areas (Kew Gardens, 2017). With 80% of the global population now residing in cities, it is more critical than ever that urban residents can engage with and learn from nature (IBISWorld, 2023). We frequently…
Read MoreInfluencing Legislation and Making a Home for Nature in the Most Unlikely of Places – Site Hoarding
In the midst of cranes, scaffolding and temporary fencing, construction sites often feel like the least likely places to find nature. But what if they weren’t? What if these in-between spaces—so often overlooked—could become vibrant, biodiverse pockets of life? At Vertical Meadow, we see site hoardings not as barriers, but as blank canvases. And we…
Read MoreBNG, One Year On
As we look back on the first anniversary of the UK’s Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) policy, Vertical Meadow stands at the forefront of integrating genuine ecological value into urban landscapes. Our living walls transcend mere aesthetics; they serve as vital habitats that contribute directly to biodiversity enhancement. Understanding Biodiversity Net Gain The BNG policy, enacted…
Read MoreNew Year, New Shoots
Growing Biodiversity in 2025 As we step into 2025, the team at Vertical Meadow is filled with excitement for the opportunities ahead. We replaced our trial panels at VMHQ before Christmas and were inspired upon seeing new shoots when we arrived back in the new year! Creating Sustainable Green Spaces At Vertical Meadow, we integrate…
Read MoreNew partnership with Sotech to launch ‘Optima Meadow’
We are thrilled to introduce to the UK market our innovative ‘living wall’ rainscreen cladding solution ‘Optima Meadow’ – developed in collaboration with leading rainscreen manufacturer Sotech. Combining our tried and tested living wall technology with Sotech’s market-leading cladding system, Optima Meadow is designed to enhance urban environments and reintroduce wildlife to our densely populated…
Read MoreCommon misconceptions associated with living facades and green walls
As more and more of the world’s population transition from rural and naturally vegetated areas to urban centres, we must find new and innovative ways to better integrate nature into our ever-expanding cities. While green roofs and parks serve as valuable means of achieving this goal, vast amounts of vertical space remain largely untapped. Green…
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