# Overgrown Overpass Landscapes The Thames Garden Bridge Adds Greenery to the London Cityscape By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-11-14 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garden-bridge References: [weburbanist](http://weburbanist.com/2013/11/12/london-high-line-lush-garden-bridge-to-span-the-thames/) & [heatherwick](http://www.heatherwick.com/garden-bridge/) The city of London may not be making any more land, but the Garden Bridge is an outstanding proposal that plans to suspend some mid-air. The compelling project serves many needs for the world-class metropolis and only enhances the artificial and the natural environments of its setting. Landscape designer Dan Pearson is working with [Heatherwick Studio](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/belvedere-park) and the engineers at Arup to create another link between the urban north and south; it will revitalize the adjoined neighborhoods. The entire plan will bring new life into the British city too, as the River Thames span will be sowed with [lush plant life](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-green). The Garden Bridge presents a pure opportunity to enhance the horticultural breadth of the concrete jungle. It also introduces fresh air and gives [pedestrian commuters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vincent-boutin) a beautiful botanical and herbaceous escape from their usual built-up environments. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Green Infrastructure:** The Garden Bridge proposal highlights the trend of incorporating greenery into urban environments, creating opportunities for landscape designers and horticultural experts. - **Urban Revitalization:** The Garden Bridge project aims to revitalize neighborhoods and bring new life to the city, presenting opportunities for urban planners and developers. - **Sustainable Transportation:** The Garden Bridge offers a unique pedestrian commute experience and promotes sustainable transportation solutions, paving the way for innovative transportation companies. ### Where This Applies - **Landscape Design:** The Garden Bridge project creates opportunities for landscape designers to showcase their expertise in incorporating green spaces into urban settings. - **Urban Planning:** Urban planners can play a key role in revitalizing neighborhoods and maximizing the potential of green infrastructure projects like the Garden Bridge. - **Transportation:** The Garden Bridge project inspires opportunities for transportation companies to develop innovative solutions for promoting sustainable and enjoyable pedestrian commutes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tunnel Six-Lane Highway](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/land-bridge-and-prairie.md) - [Urban Green Space Overhauls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/londons-green-spaces.md) - [Urban Roofscape Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/central-yards.md) - [Subterranean Garden Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thames-tideway-tunnel.md) - [Ribbon-Like Riverfront Parks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/belvedere-park.md) - [Bridge-Defining Tranquil Cities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mindfulness-city.md) - [Window-Accented Garden Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/verdant-house.md) - [Botanical Public Garden Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leach-botanical-garden.md) - [Nature-Inspired Artful Garden Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/henderson-art-garden.md)