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Water Issues & SUDS
With climate change and the unpredictable nature of weather it is becoming
increasingly important to manage water in an intelligent and sustainable manner.
Sensitively managed water run off can provide opportunities for the creation of
aquatic wildlife habitats.
We understand the principles and design
limitations of the various Sustainable Urban
Drainage Systems (SUDS) which can be
used for the management and collection of
surface water run off. These may be a simple
planted ditch or swale, permeable paving with
appropriate sub base or an ornamental rain
garden water feature.
With our in house horticultural expertise we can
integrate appropriate plant material with a SUDS
drainage strategy to achieve an attractive,
functional and wildlife friendly outcome.
We understand how SUDS techniques can be
applied to achieve the desired BREEAM and/ or
Code for Sustainable Homes outcome.
Green, brown or blue roofs may be used to
attenuate surface water run off into the drainage
system. This has the added potential benefit of
providing valuable wildlife habitats.
Star Lane Ph1, Great Wakering, Essex
Star Lane Ph 2, Great Wakering, Essex
Chadwell Street, Islington
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Landscape Architecture