The Botánica garden by Moss and Lam creates a range of abstract marble sculptures that are made with different shades and patterning using Neolith's stone slabs. Botánica is designed to encourage visitors to wander around and the sculptures have a monochromatic look of white, black, and grey.
Speaking about the new garden, co-founder and creative director Deborah Moss states that We wanted to create an artistic botanical garden with a whimsical, maximalist aesthetic that could seamlessly fit into [the Aga Khan Museum’s] minimalist architecture; a utopian vision where the real meets the imaginary.” The garden is made to stay the same size, color, and shape with no need to grow or transform to the next plant stage.
Image Credit: Botánica
What's Driving This Trend
- Sustainable Art Installations
- Green-focused art installations demand minimal maintenance and environmental impact while providing creative expression.
- Aesthetic Minimalism
- The desire for simplicity results in visually minimal design aesthetics that promote relaxation and mental clarity.
- Waterless Landscaping
- The integration of waterless gardens and design elements can provide sustainable, low-maintenance outdoor environments for urban spaces.
Who This Affects Most
- Eco-friendly Building Materials
- Developing sustainable building materials like Neolith's stone slabs can lead to creative opportunities within various industries.
- Landscape Architecture
- Focusing on sustainable and low-maintenance landscapes can create unique design opportunities addressing environmental concerns.
- Urban Planning
- Incorporating waterless gardens and minimalist designs can revolutionize urban spaces and conserve water resources.
