Aldington, Ashford, Kent, UK

To provide a green wall system to improve the entrance to their offices, add visual interest and reduce the environmental impact of a warehouse in a rural location.

Elmich VersiWall^® GP (VGP) was used to establish a living wall with dimensions of 4.8m (width) by 2.4m (height), totalling 11.5 square metres. The living wall comprised of 200 VGP 2060 trays mounted on a 75mm weld mesh panel framework suspended on mesh brackets, which are secured to a Unistrut metal framing system bolted to the building.

Inadvertent dislodgment of the VGP trays by inclement weather was prevented by the insertion of anti-lift arms into the hooks of the trays, effectively locking the trays to the mounting panel. An automated drip irrigation system was incorporated to deliver irrigation and nutrients to the plants in the individual trays on the wall at programmed intervals for pre-set durations with the aid of a control panel.

The trays are then planted with different hues of Heucheras to achieve the desired aesthetic effect.

10 Ubi Avenue 1, Singapore

To provide green wall system for installation of two green walls.

Welded wire mesh was installed onto two walls to support the mounting of VersiWall® GP (VGP) trays according to the plant design. A drip irrigation system was incorporated in the system and a drainage gully installed at the base of the walls to collect and channel excess water.

Approximately 1,500 VGP trays were used to establish the 6 metres high green walls which created an impressive façade to accentuate the school’s crest. Furthermore, incorporating nature offers children a healthy environment and a better quality of life through its contribution to environmental sustainability and a source of stress relief for the eye-strained students.

Zhongshan Road Pedestrian Street, Xiamen, China

To provide the green wall system to install an approx. 220 sqm green wall on the hotel building’s façade.

VersiWall^® GM (VGM) modules each contain a geotextile bag filled with a primarily inorganic soil-less lightweight planting media. Pre-planting of the modules 6 to 8 weeks prior to installation in a controlled nursery environment enabled selected green wall plants to be firmly established and orientated vertically.

Pilaster mounting rails were bolted directly to the wall to facilitate firm and secure anchorage of the VGM modules to the wall.

The green wall measuring 6 metres in height is a significant aesthetic feature for the hotel to welcome its visitors. In addition, the green wall will improve the air quality in the area and assist to keep the hotel building cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter.

Stevens Road, Singapore

To provide the green wall system to for the establishment of a green wall on one block and a red wall on the entrance wall of the bungalow.

VersiWall^® GP (VGP) proprietary mounting panels were first mounted onto the 5 metre high wall of the bungalow. Subsequently, 744 VGP trays were easily installed onto the mounting panels according to the pre-determined design creating a green wall totalling 27 sq m. Inadvertent dislodgment of the VGP trays by inclement weather is prevented by the insertion of anti-lift arms into the hooks of the trays, effectively locking the trays to the mounting panel. An automated irrigation system is incorporated to deliver irrigation and nutrients to the plants in the individual trays on the wall at programmed intervals for pre-set durations with the aid of a control panel.

Similarly, the 2.6 sq m red wall was established using the Elmich VGP system comprising of the mounting panels and trays.

Joan Road – Singapore

To provide a green wall system for the establishment of an instant mature green wall.

A metal framework securing the welded mesh was positioned in place. VGP Mesh Brackets were mounted on the horizontal strips of the metal frame to anchor the welded mesh.

The VersiWall^® GT (VGT) Pilasters were positioned and firmly fastened using stainless steel bolts. Subsequently, support bolts were installed in preparation for the VGT Trays to be mounted.

Pre-planted VGT Trays were delivered on-site, and mounted on the support bolts.

Irrigation pipes were inserted through the holes of the Pilasters unobtrusively. An automated irrigation system with an integrated control panel enabled delivery of irrigation water and fertilizer to the plants of the green walls at pre-set times and programmed durations.

The VGT green wall totalling 5 sqm installed at the fitted container delivers functional aesthetics, providing thermal insulation and a solution to enhance environmental sustainability.

Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

To establish a double-sided green wall and a green wall swing door for trade show booth.

VersiWall^® GT (VGT) pilasters are attached to the customised metal structure with screw set. Coupling bolts are tightened, ready for trays to be hooked into place. Subsequently, pre-planted tray liners are transported on-site and slotted into each tray following the planting drawing detail.

The trays are then hooked into place establishing an instant mature green wall.

The project utilised a total of 35 trays and 12 pilasters establishing 7 square metres of vertical greenery.

1 St. Andrew’s Rd Singapore 178957

To provide the green wall system for two sites within the Gallery namely Ng Teng Fong Roof Garden Gallery and Supreme Court Terrace.

Stainless steel pilasters were bolted directly to the wall to enable VersiWall^® GM (VGM), each containing a geotextile bag filled with EnviroMix® GW, a primarily inorganic soil-less lightweight planting media to be anchored. Pre-planting of the VGMs in a controlled nursery environment prior to installation ensured that the selected plants were firmly established and orientated vertically. An automated irrigation system installed supplies water and nutrients at specific times to the green wall.

The entire project utilised a total of approximately 1,300 modules establishing 460 square metres of vertical greenery.

Children’s Garden at the Gardens By The Bay, Singapore

To provide an ultra-lightweight green roof system to establish green roof on existing rooftops.

VersiDrain® 25P water retention and drainage trays were placed directly over the RC rooftops, ensuring that individual trays overlap by at least one cell row.  A geotextile filter fabric was next laid to completely blanket the trays. Geotextile perimeter upturn of about 15cm is glued to the side walls.

EnviroMix PB, a growing media in the form of a lightweight planting board with high water absorbency and retention properties were next installed. Arranged in rows over the geotextile one abutting against the other without the need to affix, the planting board is extremely easy to install. They are also easily cut to fit into or around irregular areas on the roof.

Minimal regular loose media material is required. Only 50mm of appropriate soil mix (depending on plant species selected) was spread over the planting boards for in-situ planting of selected drought-tolerant plants to establish the green roofs on three rooftops at the Children’s Garden.  For planting of turf/grass, no additional loose media is required over the planting boards making installation much cleaner. Pearl grass was effectively used to create maintenance paths on the green roofs.

Vital nutrients incorporated into the board during its manufacture help support initial plant establishment whilst its high water absorbency and retention properties help to reduce irrigation frequency.  In prolonged dry spells the addition of an appropriate irrigation system helps to maintain and sustain the green roofs.

More than just helping the rooftops to aesthetically blend with the lush greenery of the gardens, the extensive green roofs complement existing solar panels on an adjacent rooftop to support environmental sustainability.  By providing an insulation barrier against the elements on the rooftops, the green roofs also offer protection for the waterproofing as well as reduce heat absorption.

Gardens by the Bay – Singapore

To provide a thin profile green wall system which allows for free-form plantings vertically.

Elmich green wall system was pre-fabricated and delivered on-site for the landscape contractor to commence planting. Installation and planting was completed within a day’s time.

Using Enviromix^® NF, a nutrient-infused layer provided the living art feature wall with excellent water retention capacity, stable root penetration of plants and nutrients for healthy plant growth.

Installation was a breeze with the panel’s sleek and flexible profile allowing for modifications on-site. Hence, reducing time-consuming delays and material wastage.

Ang Mo Kio Ave 3, Singapore

To provide an extensive roof system to enable the establishment of an extensive green roof on the roof of the extension project of the French school of Singapore.

VersiDrain^® 25P drainage and water retention trays were installed directly over the waterproofing membrane. Geotextile filter fabric was then laid over the VersiDrain^® 25P trays and a planting media was spread on top for in-situ planting of selected plant species. Water retained by the water reservoirs of the trays during wet periods is returned to the planting media by capillary action during dry spells and drawn upon by the plants to sustain vigorous and healthy growth.