Environment & Sustainability

Designers have ensured all spaces are utilised and enhanced with greenery in this spacious inner-city courtyard
Environment & SustainabilitySustainable Landscaping

From concept to construction – easing the path to greener builds

By Michael Casey

The integration of greenery into the built environment is gaining momentum as urbanisation continues to reshape cities worldwide. The movement towards developer-led greenery inclusion is driven by the need for sustainable development, improved quality of life, and recognition of the multifaceted benefits that green spaces provide.Continue reading

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Adding in greenery to a conventional pergola adds another level of shade coverage (Image: Michael Casey)
Environment & Sustainability

Shade and tree coverage, critical amid rising urban heat

By Michael Casey

The World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) confirmed 2023 was the warmest year on record. The annual average global temperature in 2023 was close to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, a significant benchmark set by the Paris Agreement to limit long-term temperature increases.Continue reading

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