3 Landscape Products that are Lighter on the Land

Let’s face it, buildings–museums, concert halls, libraries–get all the love, but without well-designed landscaping, great architecture loses some of its luster. And landscape architecture does more than beautify buildings. Research shows it can improve happiness, mood, and mental well-being. Landscaping in urban environments can be even more powerful, softening hard surfaces such as stone, concrete, brick, and asphalt. Better yet, as architecture marches ever more pleasantly toward sustainability and energy efficiency, landscape architecture is moving in lockstep and, in some cases, as far as ecological mitigation and reparation. Manufacturers now offer a steady stream of new products, surfaces, and materials that are sustainably harvested, energy efficient, and, in some cases, circular.

PLAINS AND PODS (ABOVE)

Landscape Forms’ Plains and Pods consist of large-format beams, platforms, and other elements that vary in height and width, allowing landscape architects and designers to get creative. Designed by London-based studio Industrial Facility, the collection’s seats and planters can be grouped in tiered clusters or used independently. Pieces are made from powder-coated metal and jarrah wood.

LANDSCAPE FORMS
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PERMEABLE OUTDOOR PAVERS

Part of the Panigiri Collection, the Panigiri Combo boasts the functional efficacy of its Table and Picnic counterparts while providing users with the flexibility to configure the various seating options to best suit their preferences. Its thoughtful design, informed by social rituals and accessibility, can comfortably accommodate eight people in a variety of arrangements. Optional backrest attachments and cushions are available for more possibilities. 

ORCA
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