In 2020 there were a number of interesting features that became more prominent on homes around the world. One of the most interesting is the inclusion of hanging gardens. These can provide a lot of benefits in the home. As a top name for residential architecture, London clients regularly ask us for our input on things like this. We are happy to offer some advice.

Why are they popular?

There is a lot of evidence to showcase that people benefit from having plants around them. The greenery can improve mood, help make the air cleaner, and make humans feel more connected to nature. This is the best when the plants are actually growing and part of the space.

Hanging gardens and having more greenery in a home can make the whole property more comfortable. This can be even more obvious in urban settings where there isn’t a great deal of open space around. At the same time, it can provide more privacy in these locations.

These gardens also look really great in buildings with a modern minimalist or industrial design. This is because the green plants and life contrasts really well with these designs.

Creating a garden

It can be much harder than people think to create this kind of garden. It is not a simple case of getting plants in pots or putting up a trellis. Settings like a balcony or courtyard are not the best places to usually grow plants. However, you can be successful here with the right designs.

What you need to think about is the climate and how you will give the plants what they need to thrive. The latter will depend on the type of plant you choose. You should look at this carefully and ensure you know what nutrients and amount of water you need to give the plants. You also need to think about lighting.

Talk to us about residential architecture in London

At Coffey Architects we know a great deal about the challenges people face when living in big cities. This is because we are based in London and work with many clients all across the city. Designing buildings with more greenery is really important here because of the urban sprawl. We would love to help clients to do this.

When it comes to residential architecture London has few teams who will give you as much support as we do. Coffey Architects is a company you can rely on for every stage of the project. Contact us today and tell us what you have in mind.