Natural Balcony Garden

Design

Evergreen Infrastructure

Fabrication

Po Box

Drainage Materials

Elmich

Growing Media

Bio Grow

Installation

MJC Horticulture

The client aimed to transform a blank, hot, and uninviting space by emphasising sustainability and multi functionality. They envisioned a space that seamlessly blends the natural settings with their modern urban living, offering outdoor lounging, productive gardening, and a sense of tranquility amidst treetops, all while providing a stunning view of Melbourne.

Form

The design ingeniously employs circles of varying sizes to transform a 100m² blank balcony into a dynamic oasis. Evolving into a natural green roof, it hosts a central tree, while a pergola with trellis provides shade. An outdoor lounge integrates productive fruit and vegetable areas, creating a multifunctional and inviting space for the residents.

About the project

The design aims to seamlessly merge urban living with nature, employing circles to craft a dynamic space. Transforming from a bare balcony to a verdant green roof, it incorporates productive gardening and relaxation areas. A central tree and pergola add focal points, fostering tranquility and connection between the residents and their family.

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Impact

This project creates human and social capital through the correct use of space and plant use. Biodiversity hotspot. Creates a cooling effect for residents and building. Creates environmental capital for neighborhood with its connection to local environment

Benefits

Environmental

Biodiversity

Reducing urban heat

Connection to surrounding environment

Social

Wellbeing

Retreat

Connection with Nature

Social Space

Learning Environment

Food Security

Learning Space

Economic

Cooling Effect

thermal cooling for building

Fresh Food for Restaurant and Cafe

Clean Air

"Inspired by the client's story and resilience, our design weaves circles into the balcony's transformation, symbolizing growth and vitality. It's a personal journey turned vibrant haven, where nature and life's rhythms converge in a celebration of renewal."

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