The Sky Garden is London's Highest Public Garden
Rahul Kalvapalle — January 27, 2015 — Art & Design
References: 20fenchurchstreet & gizmag
Located at 20 Fenchurch Street, Sky Garden is easily London's highest public garden and spans the top three floors of the building. Known as the Walkie Talkie due to its curved and top-heavy design, 20 Fenchurch Street is now sure to gain acclaim for the spectacular views on offer from the Sky Garden.
The Sky Garden spans floors 35, 36 and 37 and is housed in a large glass dome. It includes an open atrium which houses bar and which offers access to an outside balcony, a viewing space to the rear and two sets of plant terraces.
The greenery was designed by landscape architects Gillespies, and was specially designed to work with the unique light and environment on offer in the Sky Garden. Different areas include different themes of planting; these include a 'prehistoric forest' area and a 'mountain ravine'.
The Sky Garden spans floors 35, 36 and 37 and is housed in a large glass dome. It includes an open atrium which houses bar and which offers access to an outside balcony, a viewing space to the rear and two sets of plant terraces.
The greenery was designed by landscape architects Gillespies, and was specially designed to work with the unique light and environment on offer in the Sky Garden. Different areas include different themes of planting; these include a 'prehistoric forest' area and a 'mountain ravine'.
Trend Themes
1. Vertical Gardens - With the rise of urbanization, the trend of creating vertical gardens is on the rise, offering innovative opportunities for architects and landscape designers to incorporate green spaces in crowded cities.
2. Urban Oasis - Creating urban oases like the Sky Garden provides a solution for city dwellers to connect with nature, and presents opportunities for businesses to cater to the growing demand for green spaces in urban environments.
3. Biophilic Design - Biophilic design, which integrates natural elements into built environments, is gaining momentum as a trend, offering opportunities for architects, interior designers, and developers to create innovative spaces that enhance well-being and productivity.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - The architecture industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by incorporating vertical gardens and creating urban oases in their building designs.
2. Landscape Design - The landscape design industry can tap into the trend of vertical gardens and biophilic design to create innovative outdoor spaces that prioritize sustainability and nature integration.
3. Hospitality - The hospitality industry can capitalize on the trend by offering unique experiences in urban oases, providing guests with a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.
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