Grey to Green Adds a Touch of Nature to Urban Areas
Michael Hines — February 17, 2013 — Eco
References: carolinebrahme & gizmag
Grey to Green is an intriguing design that seeks to add a touch of green to urban areas. Caroline Brahme's cement slabs are purposefully designed with small holes cut into them. The idea behind the holes is that they can be filled with soil and seeds to grow plants. The slabs each feature different designs, with some slabs capable of holding as many as eight plants and some capable of only holding one. Grey to Green slabs sell for $90, although the price is higher for more intricate designs.
Putting plants into sidewalks is a great way to add a touch of greenery to big cities. Many large urban areas around the world already incorporate plants and trees into their sidewalks. Some of Hong Kong's sidewalks feature trees literally planted in the middle of the walkway. Plants such as the ones found in Grey to Green are less intrusive and easier to maintain than trees. Cities of the world, get on this.
Putting plants into sidewalks is a great way to add a touch of greenery to big cities. Many large urban areas around the world already incorporate plants and trees into their sidewalks. Some of Hong Kong's sidewalks feature trees literally planted in the middle of the walkway. Plants such as the ones found in Grey to Green are less intrusive and easier to maintain than trees. Cities of the world, get on this.
Trend Themes
1. Green Sidewalks - Innovative sidewalk designs are incorporating greenery to add beauty and eco-friendliness to urban areas.
2. Modular Planters - Designing modular planters into walls, buildings and sidewalks can allow for easier city landscaping, beautification, and carbon emissions control.
3. Urban Agriculture - Urban areas can utilize sidewalk designs to promote urban agriculture and improve food security.
Industry Implications
1. Urban Landscaping - Providing innovative landscaping methods, such as modular planters and green sidewalks, to add aesthetic value and environmental sustainability to urban areas.
2. Construction - Integrating innovative designs, such as planters into sidewalks and buildings, can provide an opportunity for innovative and eco-friendly construction techniques.
3. Agriculture - With the rise of urban agriculture, adding more greenery to sidewalks and urban spaces through innovative designs such as Grey to Green can promote sustainability, improve food security, and enhance aesthetics.
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