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Abandoned Ship Gardens

This Floating Forest is a Stunning Upcycle of an Old Abandoned Ship

— July 24, 2013 — Eco
The SS Aryfield is an old, abandoned ship off the coast of Sydney, Australia. However, just because the ship is 102 years old and cannot be used as for transportation any longer doesn't mean that it has become redundant. On the contrary, the SS Aryfield has become a fantastical floating forest, blooming with tropical plants and colorful flowers while encircling Australia's majestic coastline.

The ship's rusty hull only serves to enhance the beauty of the vegetation on board, giving it the feel of a post-apocalyptic greenhouse. Since the ship is so big, it can hold full-grown mangrove trees, making it a true forest, rather than just a simple garden.

The SS Aryfield proves that abandoned vehicles don't necessarily have to remain abandoned forever. Instead, everything from cars to bikes to yachts can be converted into a sanctuary for lush vegetation and beautiful nature.
Trend Themes
1. Floating Gardens - Transforming abandoned structures into floating gardens presents an opportunity for sustainable and aesthetic upcycling.
2. Post-apocalyptic Greenhouses - Creating post-apocalyptic greenhouses from abandoned vehicles allows for unique and striking botanical displays.
3. Nature Sanctuaries - Converting abandoned vehicles into nature sanctuaries offers a way to preserve and showcase biodiversity in unexpected places.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture and Design - Architects and designers can explore innovative ways to repurpose abandoned structures and vehicles for horticultural purposes.
2. Tourism and Hospitality - The tourism and hospitality industry can tap into the growing demand for unique and sustainable experiences by incorporating abandoned ship gardens into their offerings.
3. Environmental Conservation - Environmental conservation organizations can leverage the concept of transforming abandoned vehicles into nature sanctuaries to promote biodiversity and sustainability.
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