Nestled into the bustling centre of Toronto, this stairway to class is one of many natural elements integrated into the institutional space. Learning environments are positively impacted by introducing nature into grey infrastructure. Studies show that concentration levels improve, stress is reduced, and overall well-being is upgraded.
This impressive green structure makes a visual statement at the Regions’ multi-service government office. Due to its exceptional height our maintenance teams require special equipment to access and keep the plants thriving. It provides an AHA moment for in-person visitors and staff. It also provides air purification, a sound barrier and energy efficiencies.
Institutional spaces like hospitals are enriched when nature is incorporated into the design. Globally, healing environments can serve patients and medical professionals by promoting overall wellness, improving cognitive function and reducing anxiety.
This wrap around splendour of sedum was installed in 2021. Part of the Sugar Wharf condo development in downtown Toronto it has matured beautifully and provides the mixed-use 25 story building with multiple environmental benefits. It also showcases iconic views of the historic Fairmount Royal York and Lake Ontario.
Design, installed and maintained by GINKGO, this living wall is one of our largest to date. The wall incorporates tropical plants including ficus pumila, phlebodium aureum, syngonium podophyllum, and calathea orbifolia. It is located in the lobby of a commercial building seeking LEED Gold certification, and contributes to the vision of whole-building sustainability that the […]
Installed in the reception area of the International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators’ new office and training space, this living wall is a visual reminder of the union members’ commitment to creating more energy-efficient and environmentally sustainable buildings. The recessed wall receives ample light via a large glass window next to it. A direct […]
Momentum Dental Wellness Collective is home to a DIRTT Breathe living wall maintained by GINKGO. These walls are great for installing pre-grown plants because of the large size of each module. The Momentum wall features some eye catching plants, including the bright red features of bromeliad neoregelia and the anthurium ‘Flamingo Flower’.
After a major renovation, the Bata Research and Innovation Cluster at Trent University re-opened in November 2018 featuring a living wall installed and maintained by GINKGO The wall features an automatic irrigation and fertigation system and LED lighting. It helps create a welcoming study area for students with tropical plants like aglaonema osaka, anthurium and […]
Installed by others and maintained by GINKGO, this hydroponic living wall incorporates a variety of tropical plants in a flowing pattern. The building also features a green roof installed and maintained by GINKGO.
These bold living columns brighten up the workspace of an independent health agency in downtown Toronto. The hydroponic system features a variety of plants, including Christmas cactus (schlumbergera).
