Living Wall

Architecture

New living wall uses recycled materials for better growing conditions

Plant-covered "living walls" are becoming increasingly popular, as they look nice, produce oxygen, and (when outdoors) help keep buildings cool. A relatively new one is claimed to be more plant-friendly, plus it's made of recycled materials.

Gardenhouse, by MAD, aims to recreate the feel of a traditional Chinese hillside village in Beverly Hills

Architecture

MAD's "hillside village" creates inner-city oasis in Beverly Hills

A "hillside village" has appeared in Beverly Hills. Named Gardenhouse, the greenery-covered project is by Chinese firm MAD Architects and is designed to offer residents a pleasant escape from the bustle of city life.

Green Over Grey says it has created the world's largest interior living wall

Architecture

"World's tallest" interior living wall unveiled in Quebec

A design firm has created what it says is the tallest indoor vertical garden in the world. Green Over Grey installed the living wall at the Desjardins building in Lévis, Quebec. Called "The Currents," the wall is inspired by views of the St. Lawrence River visible from Quebec City and Lévis.

Architecture

Air Purifying Art: Edmonton International Airports Living Wall

Consisting of over 8,000 plants of 32 different species, Edmonton International Airports Living Wall continues the trend of living vertical installations.