Landscape & Urban Design Issue 41 2020 | Page 38

GREEN & BLUE INFRASTRUCTURE BRINGING GREEN TO GREY IN SPACE-LIMITED URBAN AREAS Mobilane lead the way in exterior and interior instant green systems. That’s natural, green foliage in outdoor and indoor environments, giving an extra planting option to a forgotten wall, roof, building or boundary. Adding greenery where space is at a premium, Mobilane’s products offer all the benefits of planting with added visual impact, creating a protective privacy, pollution and security barrier. The original Mobilane Green Screen, grown and supplied directly from the UK, can be seen installed in domestic, commercial, retail and public open spaces across the UK. These internationally tested ready-made green systems include: MobiRoof green roof cassette system, WallPlanter and LivePanel living walls and the NoiStop sound barrier. The LivePicture and LivePicture Go products offer homeowners or facilities managers a burst of planted artistry for aesthetic beauty at home or in the workspace, as does the equally impressive green backdrop, LiveDivider. Supporting a network of installers, contractors and distributors across the UK, Mobilane are recognised for 38 www.landud.co.uk their support, technical expertise and training given to clients in the commercial and domestic landscaping. Naturally foliage-rich Mobilane Green Screen installations demonstrate their versatility in commercial and public open spaces. At a London demolition site, a 37 linear metre expanse of 1.8 and 2-metre-high panels has been used to mask site hoardings. Shielding and protecting, the Mobilane Green Screens provide environmentally responsible construction companies a naturally foliage-rich fence that can absorb noise, dust, fumes and look much more attractive for the passing community. Living green, working hard These living green hoardings help instantly with the aesthetics of what would otherwise be an unsightly blank wall - a prime target for graffiti. The new green screen allows natural planting on a site where the planting of trees and shrubs is not possible as space does not allow. Protecting and improving air quality This installation mirrors other Mobilane Green Screen installations in urban environments, particularly in high traffic areas around schools. The Green My School campaign has gained momentum and many UK schools now benefit from ivy green screens, their dense foliage working hard to absorb and filter pollutants from busy roads, bringing greenery to an otherwise harsh concrete environment. Nurture and nature Installed on the roof garden of a London nursery, this LivePanel extends the natural theme, planted with Pachysandra, Carex Morrowii, Carex Ice Dance, Hedera Helix White Wonder and Euonymus Fortunei. This infusion of grasses, climbers, colour, foliage and form draws interest from its young patrons. The children are encouraged at play to take notice of the plants, to spot when they need a little care and to learn about plant science, growth and nature. Find out more about Mobilane Green Screens, Live Panel living walls and all of Mobilane’s innovative instant green systems by visiting www.mobilane.co.uk, emailig office@mobilane.co.uk or calling 0203 741 8049. Follow us @ludmagazine