LIVING WALLS:
REVIVING THE URBAN JUNGLE
ONE CAR PARK AT A TIME
By 2050 the United Nations estimate With space now at a premium, the
that 68% of the world’s population environmental impact of development
will live in urban areas, but with is emerging as one of the biggest
construction on the increase to challenges being faced by the industry,
accommodate overcrowded cities, as demand increases for healthier,
green areas are rapidly being greener urban spaces. Creating
exploited for much-needed space. This new challenges for local authorities,
is also having a detrimental effect on contractors, planners and developers,
our general health and well-being, with Steve McIntyre, Urban Environmental
91% of the world’s population already Consultant, ANS Global, outlines why
residing in areas where air quality even the humble car park has plant
exceeds WHO guideline limits . potential.
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Landscape & Urban Design Issue 39 2019
Growing green
Creating a positive difference in inner
city environments, living walls have
become a prominent feature for ethical
design and are crucial for staying
on top of ecological requirements.
Installed onto wasted space, living
walls can transform even the most
unlikely structure into a thriving oasis
that offers a wealth of benefits; from
improving general health and well-
being, to supporting biodiversity.