Climbing plants such as ivy are common in the urban jungle, but landscapers are increasingly using green wall systems to restore the natural balance in towns and cities across the globe. There are numerous living wall benefits, which we’ll explore in this article.
Aesthetic virtues of an internal living wall
Never underestimate the power of aesthetics. A living wall can be a stunning centrepiece of a larger design or made to blend in with the existing environment. Either way, it is aesthetically appealing and guaranteed to be eye-catching from day one.
Air Quality within an indoor environment
Air quality is often a major problem in urban environments. Green walls reduce smog and filter out harmful pollutants and dust, creating a healthier environment indoors and outside. Designers can even include nesting boxes to boost local biodiversity.
Branding above the rest
Many big brands place a strong focus on environmental sustainability. Presenting a brand logo within green foliage is a strong and unique branding statement that customers will remember. The positive effect of a green wall on a national branding campaign will more than compensate for the installation expense.
Morale within office environments
Working in an indoor office has become the new normal for 21st-century employees. Living walls provide a stunning feature to boost employee morale by transforming the workspace and improving air quality.
Improvement in Property Value
People love a living wall and the installation of a green wall system can increase the property value of a commercial development. Green walls also make it easier to secure planning permission, as many planning authorities place a premium on sustainability.
Sound Insulation
Effective sound insulation is important in work environments and integrated living walls are an effective barrier. Plants absorb and deflect excessive noise by up to 10 decibels. Living walls are perfect for airports, open-plan offices, call centres, and other noisy environments.
Temperature
Green wall systems help to regulate a building’s temperature. In summer, a green wall can reduce the ambient temperature by up to 10 degrees Celsius. This helps to lower energy costs, as air-conditioning can be turned down.
The concept of an indoor living wall is nothing new. The idea was first developed in the 1930s by Stanley Hart White, but it only really entered the collective consciousness when Patrick Blanc created his famous green wall at Paris’s Musee du Quai Branly and people began to ask how does a living wall work?
The benefits of a living wall are clear. Contact us for more information on how a green wall system can enhance your indoor or outdoor space.
