Design of a Green Wall System for Vivus
The system developed provides a suitable habitat for plant ecosystems while enhancing building facades in all seasons. Fully modular, each module is independent and easily detachable, simplifying maintenance tasks. The entire process, from module manufacturing to on-site installation, has been optimized to reduce production and maintenance costs.
Services
Industrial Design, Product Innovation, Concept development, Sustainability, Prototyping, Local Supplier Sourcing
Industrial Design, Product Innovation, Concept development, Sustainability, Prototyping, Local Supplier Sourcing
Process
Analyze ‣ Define ‣ Conceptualization ‣ Research & Development ‣ Prototype ‣ Refine ‣ Production Documentation
Analyze ‣ Define ‣ Conceptualization ‣ Research & Development ‣ Prototype ‣ Refine ‣ Production Documentation
Collaboration
The result is the outcome of close collaboration with Louise Charlier, industrial designer, and the Vivus team.
The result is the outcome of close collaboration with Louise Charlier, industrial designer, and the Vivus team.
Design Innovations Developed
Module
Galvanized steel trellis was chosen for its discretion, lightness, and low production cost. A geotextile pouch slides inside to hold the substrate.
The trellis offers numerous advantages:
- Its grid pattern provides "natural" openings, allowing plants to grow through while securely containing the substrate.
- It is a standard, affordable material that is easy to source and work with. The grid edges can be easily cut and clipped without requiring significant machinery investments.
- Non-standard formats can be created to accommodate the specific features of a facade.
- Its thin profile and regular pattern create a visually appealing contrast with the plants in winter, adding structure and refinement to the installation.
Hook
The hook allows for attaching and detaching the green wall modules without any tools. The hooks are inserted by pinching them into the openings of the horizontal profiles. Once in place, they cannot fall out. The system is removable and reusable.
The hooks are made from 4 mm stainless steel wire. This innovation reduces physical effort and minimizes the risk of accidents during the installation of the green wall.
