INTERIOR DESIGN

INTERIOR PLANTERS IN COMMERCIAL SPACES

SUBMITTED BY:

DEEPA SHARMA

(101110047)

GUIDED BY:

AR.JAGDISH SINGH

DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING

MANIT

BHOPAL

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CONTENT

INTRODUCTION……………………………………………………………………………………………………3

AIM……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..3

OBJECTIVE…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..3

NEED OF HOUR……………………………………………………………………………………………………4

SCOPE AND LIMITATION………………………………………………………………………………………4

METHODOLOGY…………………………………………………………………………………………………..4

EXPLANATION………………………………………………………………………………………………………4

SIGNIFICANCE…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..4

COLLECTED RESEARCH ABOUT THE BENEFITS PLANTS CAN BRING TO THE WORK

ENVIRONMENT………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..5

MATERIALS AND FINISHES……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….6

CONSTRUCTION……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….8

PLANTER DESIGN……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..9

ECO WALL: LIVING WALL SYSTEM………………………………………………………………………………...........................11

ELT INDIA ENTERPRISES………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….13

ELT INDIA………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..13

HOW TO MAKE GREEN TABLE? .........................................................................................................14

HOW TO MAKE SIDE SKIRTING? ........................................................................................................15

URBAN PLANTERS……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………17

OFFICE PLANTING SCHEMES…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..18

CONCLUSION……………………………………………………………………………………………………..18

REFERENCES

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INTRODUCTION

Interior landscape design adds value to the interior of the space, giving it a complete look. The commercial complexes can have interior landscaping, with trees planted in coordination with greenery waterfalls to go along with it, giving it the look of a garden.

Interior landscape design plans the plantation of greenery in such a way, that it heightens the beauty of the surrounding region. The design sometimes may have cobbled paths to create a pathway and grasses around it. Proper sunshine and regular watering, along with occasional manure and trimming are essential for the growth and maintenance of these trees and plants.

Proper lighting should be placed to illuminate the space during night time. If there is a large space, small gatherings can be hosted in such natural surroundings.

AIMTo analyse the advantages of using plants in interiors of commercial spaces (hotels, hospitals, offices, etc.) and their types to be used in those spaces.

OBJECTIVETo create more relaxing environment, productive and conductive.To enhance the aesthetic appeal of commercial spaces.To give a perceived high class image of commercial spaces.

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To make spaces energy efficient and sustainable.

NEED OF HOUR

In today’s scenario, interior landscaping is preferred in commercial spaces as they help to alter the microclimate and improve the aesthetic appeal of space. In today’s fast growing urban development, interior landscaping helps to change the monotony of environment.

SCOPE AND LIMITATION

Study is intended for use of planters in only in commercial spaces (offices, hotels, marketing industry, retail stores, shopping complexes, etc.) in global context. Study is for understanding significance of plants, material and finishes, construction, design, planters in urban surroundings, different brands for planters.

Cost factors are not considered.

History of planters is not studied.

METHODOLOGYReferred brochures and catalogues for various brands for plantersLiterature case studiesMagazines and journalsInternet sourcesResearch done by various universities about benefits of plants

EXPLANATION

SIGNIFICANCE

Indoor plants naturally purify the air and create a better living or working environment.

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English ivy, gerbera, etc. were found to be the best plants for treating air contaminated with Benzene (in oils and paints). The peace lily, gerbera daisy, and bamboo palm were very effective in treating Trichloroethylene (adhesives, inks and varnishes).

Different plants for interior spaces:

1. Heartleaf philodendron 2. Elephant ear philodendron 3. Dracaena fragrans - cornstalk dracaena 4. Hedera helix- English ivy 5. Chlorophytum comosum- spider plant 6. Janet Craig dracaena 7. Warneck dracaena 8. Golden pothos 9. Peace lily

COLLECTED RESEARCH ABOUT THE BENEFITS PLANTS CAN BRING TO THE WORK ENVIRONMENT

University of Agriculture, Norway research in an office, schools and the x-ray department of a hospital all showed that with plants present both complaints about minor ailments often linked to Sick building syndrome and absenteeism were reduced by 50% in a planted office.

Washington State University, USA (1996) found that plants reduced the physical signs of stress i.e. blood pressure, pulse rates and skin conductivity. It also found that people working with plants in the room were as much as 12% more productive

Texas A & M University, USA found that plants or even green views decreased stress levels of recovering surgical patients assisting faster recovery and flowering plants have a good effect on surgical recovery. University of Technology, Sydney, Australia 2010 found that even one plant made a difference to mood reducing anxiety, stress and depression.

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Research showed that plants improved mood and therefore performance and improves creative performance.

Dr. Jane Stiles, Oxford Brookes University (mid 1990’s) found that plants in the reception of a hospital reduced fear of their visit.

Amanda Read, Royal College of Agriculture, (2005) showed that students were more attentive and more likely to attend lectures in planted rooms. Planted classrooms afforded an increase in student concentration of 23%.

Jorn Viumdal, University of Agriculture, Oslo, Norway (mid 1990s) found that shoppers stayed an average of 20 – 25 minutes longer in planted centers

Kathleen Wolf’s (Washington State University 2002) study showed that the perception of plants outside of shops in the Mall gave them a perceived high class image

Dr Eamonn O’Moore (1982) found that view of greenery reduced the sickness of prisoners.

Plants can contribute to a buildings ranking from US Green Building Council's LEED certification. Depending on level of certification, LEED buildings tend to use less energy are built from environmentally friendly materials. Interior landscapes can contribute to LEED certification points in the following categories: Innovation in design, indoor chemical and pollutant source control, and water efficiency.

MATERIALS AND FINISHES

Planters are constructed using state-of-the-art rolling and "seamless" welding technology. Ensuring consistent wall thickness for maximum Solid metals and Alloys are selected to insure maximum durability and finish.

Finishes: The inside of each plant container may be coated waterproof, chemical-resistant liner to assure years of leak-proof use, metal, plastic, polystone, or synthetic material. Outer

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face may be finished with wood, metal, rough texture, shells, etc.

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These planters are fitted with a unique bark looking finish.

Polystone planter with rough surface is made of a mixture of grindedsynthetic material and stone.

Synthetic vase with the appearance of dried tobacco-leafs and final treated with matted varnish.

Synthetic planter with a crocodile skin structure finish.

COR-TEN steel a steel alloy containing copper and nickel and is completely recyclable. It is comparable to stainless steel in strength and can also be worked in about the same way.

These planters are produced from PE-plastic. These planters have the color in the plastic therefore they are not damaged by scratching or dents. Available on demand in a high shine finish.

Synthetic pedestals with a unique finish from real bronze.

CONSTRUCTION

Every planter passes through no less than ten pairs of skilled and experienced hands during the process of cutting, rolling, welding, coating and polishing. Here, traditional crafts perfectly combine with modern technology to create a stylish interior and exterior.

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Deco Polystone is made of a mixture of grinded synthetic material and stone. This pedestal can be used two-sided; it can also be used as a planter.

Made of metal wire, a unique piece of work all handmade complete with inner planter. Wire planter available in anthracite or chromium plated.

These series are fitted with hand inlaid polished shells and stonecast, which are selected by color and size, creating a unique result.

PLANTER DESIGN

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Tiles Planter Books Planters Ceramic and Park Planters Office Partition & Foot Rest: It has an

exclusive area to place the plants whilst acting as a divider between work-desks. An automatic watering system takes care of the watering.

Urb Garden: It allows people who do not have space for traditional horizontal garden to have greenery.

Handcrafted Ceramic Planter: It's a multi-plant ceramic container supporting a variety of herbs and flowers and can be used both indoors and outdoors.

Indoor Living Wall Planters: The tray on the bottom collects all excess water.

Solar Powered Planter: Depending on the sunlight the planter will glow for 2 to 8 hrs.

ECOWALL: LIVING WALL SYSTEM

EcoWalls® has a stunning solution for a memorable centerpiece, backdrop, or living wall divider. It has diverse framing options that can be oriented side-by-side in any combination to create a custom sized vertical garden.

It includes the following components:

Freestanding wall frame with casters & wall mounting brackets

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EcoWalls Planting Panels Inorganic Growing Substrate Stainless Recirculating Drip Tray In-line Pump, Filter, and Irrigation Equipment Powder-Coated Frame (standard colors black, white, gray, and steel or

custom options available) Grow Light Features are available as an add-on feature.

PROJECTS

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Products and services: these offers installing solutions for green walls, vertical gardens, green roof services, green curtains, standalone panels.

Using advanced techniques and sophisticated equipment, these offer these products & services. Vegetation used for the installation of these walls is evergreen and requires low maintenance.

Standalone Panels: Some of the salient features of are mentioned below:

Easy installation

Dimensional accuracy

Reliable performance.

ELT INDIA

ELT India offer design innovative solutions for interior landscaping

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Green strings are series of vertical, planting capsules made of Hydrophilic foam. It has inbuilt irrigation system and the weight per running feet with fully saturated with water and vegetation is approx. 5 kgs. It can be suspended from building using SS wire ropes or chains or designer chains.

It is a series of horizontal planters, suspended on SS wire ropes with inbuilt water reservoir, irrigation and drains. This innovative type of hanging green screens can facilitate privacy, protection from harsh sunlight without harming airflow. Dia. May be 3” – 4”.

ELT India is now offering sustainable and innovative solutions to create non-conventional greeneries anywhere. With using this technology we can create innovative products such as tables, lamps, lanterns, etc.

How to make green table?

Install a framework of support members on the inner side of the base of the table. Prepare an aluminum container smaller in size than the base. Place the ELT green roof system into the container. Fix the container into the installed framework.

Leave a hole at the base of the container for draining excess water.

Fill the container with ELT growth medium and install a framework of irrigation lines.

Plantation of desired variety with the gaps between the table and container finished.

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How to fit side skirting?

ELT India green wall panel is provided with slots which enable fixing of side skirting on both the sides.

Fix the stud assembly into the provided slot with the nut at its top and a screw at the bottom of stud.

Tighten the screw at the other end of the stud assembly. This fixes it to the back of the panel.

Fix the stud assembly in each of the notches of all the panels to be hidden with skirting.

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Aluminum powder coated skirting to be fixed should have holes drilled at location of the studs so that it can be tighten with nuts at the top end.

Remove the nut from the top of the stud assembly so as to match the holes of the skirting with the stud positions.

Tighten the nut back in place such that the skirting is thoroughly fixed.

Tighten the nut back in place such that the skirting is thoroughly fixed.

Green Wall in the courtyard of Microsoft, Bengaluru - without side skirting.

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URBAN PLANTERS

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COMMERCIAL PLANTING SCHEMES

CONCLUSION

Proper understanding of types, material and finishes of planters in different commercial spaces helps in making spaces move vivid and lively. On the other hand they also enhance the aesthetic features of commercial spaces and making them energy efficient.

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REFERENCES

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http://www.urbanplanters.co.uk/about-us/brochure /

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http://www.eltindia.com/

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ELT India EnterpriseMrs. Anuradha Barpande (Managing Director)Office No. 1, Anand Apartment, S. No. 65/1/10, Behind Anjor, BanerPune - 411045, Maharashtra, India

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