FOR CITIES
THAT BREATHE
INNOVATIVE GREEN FAÇADES. A BUILDING BLOCK FOR LIVEABLE CITIES
FOR CITIES THAT BREATHE
INNOVATIVE GREEN FAÇADES. A BUILDING BLOCK FOR LIVEABLE CITIES.
NEW: FURTHER DEVELOPMENT
LivingWALL PLUS
AND ClimbingBASE.
We have further developed our products LivingWALL PLUS und ClimbingBASE for you.
Find out more about the specific developments on the relevant product pages: The new system build-up of LivingWALL PLUS makes installation easier. The integrated structural system of ClimbingBASE supports structured planning.
We create oases –
for people and
property value.
People living in cities long for a sense of freedom and a closer connection with nature. It is time to rethink urban spaces and give building façades a stronger role in shaping our cities.
Imagine urban spaces offering more possibilities for people and for the design of large building façades. Not only at prestigious addresses, but also at data centres and logistics facilities, where these surfaces often appear purely functional today.
As a system manufacturer, we develop innovative products for façade greening for private and public-sector clients, architects, planners, main contractors and installers. Our systems for green façades can be planned reliably, implemented efficiently and operated over the long term.
WHAT FAÇADE GREENING
CAN ACHIEVE
Façade greening can create visible areas of vegetation on buildings and, under suitable conditions, deliver a range of effects on buildings and their immediate surroundings. The effect achieved depends, among other factors, on the system design, plant selection, location, orientation, maintenance and water supply.
The following points describe possible effects of façade greening in general terms. They cannot automatically be applied to every system, every building or every location.
SURFACE TEMPERATURE AND SHADING
Green façades can influence wall surface temperature in summer. Shading and plant cover can help reduce solar radiation on the building envelope. The effect depends, among other factors, on plant species, season, planting density, orientation and system design.
EVAPORATION AND COOLING
Plants release water into their surroundings. Through evaporation, façade greening can, under suitable conditions, help cool the immediate environment and influence relative humidity. The effect depends in particular on water availability, plant species, planting density, system design, weather conditions and location. In this way, façade greening can contribute to a more pleasant microclimate, particularly on hot summer days.
PARTICLE CAPTURE
Certain plants can capture particulate matter on their foliage, helping to reduce particulate concentrations in the immediate surroundings. Studies report reductions of particulate matter below 10 µm of approximately 42 to 60% for selected façade greening systems. The effect depends, among other factors, on plant species, planting density, location and weather conditions.
ENERGY AND BUILDING OPERATION
Façade greening can, under suitable conditions, help reduce summer cooling demand. Whether and to what extent building operation is affected depends, among other factors, on system type, orientation, leaf coverage, irrigation, building standard and usage. No general conclusion can be drawn from this regarding an overall reduction in energy consumption.
SOUND AND FAÇADE GREENING
Façade greening can reduce sound reflection from hard façade surfaces. Depending on system design, planting density, substrate layer and other construction components, various elements of the greening system can contribute to sound absorption.
BIODIVERSITY AND CITYSCAPE
Suitable façade greening can provide animals with food, shelter and habitats. The extent to which this is achieved depends, among other factors, on plant selection, flowering and fruiting potential, system design, location and maintenance. Green façades can also shape the appearance of buildings and streetscapes, contributing to a more positive perception of urban spaces.
Technical basis and sources
The following technical information comprises selected secondary sources and literature compilations. The results presented relate to specific plants, system designs, locations, time periods and measurement methods. They therefore do not constitute proof of effect for any particular Vertiko system or specific construction project.
SPREADING OR CLIMBING:
OUR SYSTEM SOLUTIONS
FOR GREEN FAÇADES.
load-bearing, versatile, flexible
The climbing structure enables load transfer directly into the ground via point foundations or wall-mounted via brackets. This allows the aesthetically refined climbing grids to be flexibly adapted to a variety of wall constructions, providing climbing plants with optimal space to thrive. A structural system calculation is available.
ClimbingMOUNT
wall-mounted, lightweight, robust
The wall-mounted GFRP (Glass Fibre Reinforced Plastic) transfers loads directly into the supporting wall. With its extremely low weight and high durability, GFRP offers numerous advantages and maximum flexibility for greening buildings with climbing plants.
pre-mounted, modular,
ready-greened
pre-mounted, innovative, versatile
As a pre-mounted, rear-ventilated façade greening system, LivingWALL PLUS allows plants to grow within a fleece layer without making contact with the building structure. Pre-assembled and stitched fleece modules can make installation easier and help simplify the construction process. The product can be adapted to suit different requirements and offers a wide range of design possibilities. It is classified as A2 for fire performance.
Which façade greening solution suits your project?
Recommended System
CONTACT US – WE ARE HAPPY TO ADVISE YOU AND HELP FIND THE RIGHT SYSTEM FOR YOUR NEEDS.
WHO CAN BREATHE EASY
WITH VERTIKO
FAÇADE GREENING.
Ready to start planning? Which information we require for planning, which service phases we cover, and how the façade is protected — find answers to these and more in our guide “Planning & Interfaces”.
Clients & Main Contractors can create new possibilities for buildings and urban spaces.
Green façades combine design and function. Depending on the type of greening, location and water supply, shading and evaporation can contribute to cooling in the immediate surroundings. At the same time, they make building façades a visible and tangible part of urban spaces. Clear interfaces and coordinated system solutions can contribute to reliable planning and implementation.
Contractors interested in unique and high-quality greening solutions are welcome at Vertiko. As part of our network, partners benefit from clear project planning, easy-to-install systems, and a carefully selected plant range. We provide both technical and personal support, along with optional training for quality assurance.
