Stephen Marr Salon
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Location |
The Department Store’s Stephen Marr Salon - Auckland |
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Client |
Stephen Marr |
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Green Wall Build, Installation & Maintenance |
Natural Habitats Ltd |
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Green Wall Type |
First (and largest) internal greenwall in NZ. Modular gabion system used like cladding approx - each module/panel being 1x2 metres (3x7 feet) with a depth of 15 cm (6 inches). Custom made size and planting design. Open to public - up market hair salon space. NZ made (locally produced). Unique light soil free media. External framework is marine grade aluminium (50% recycled). Planting directly into panels before installation – 3 month establishment phase until full coverage. Automated irrigation and nutrition. Installation time of approximately 3 days |
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Development Type |
Commercial |
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Dimensions |
The double side stand alone wall, is on a 90 degree angle with the floor. It is 10m long by 2m high, and has a total area of 40m2. |
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Project Drivers |
To design a unique space with an environmental emphasis. The wall is a point of difference with tangible environmental benefits. It reinforces the innovative concept that is The Department Store. |
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Plants |
The wall features a selection of tropical and subtropical flowering and foliage, with plants planted at 70 per m2. |
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Completion Date |
2009 |
