Etihad Campus, Stadium and Collar Site Development Thread

spiny said:
Green walls are neither self supporting nor self sustaining, hence "sterile" and "high maintenance". We have different viewpoints on the costs/benefits of green walls as opposed to green planting on the ground. It is all comparative and we disagree on the premise and whole life cost benefits of such schemes so no point in arguing.

However, external green walls are generally made up of hydroponically watered trays of plants. Plant species are chosen for their appearance and suitability to survive in that environment rather than attracting insects and other life. Plants grow and die so need maintaining.

I randomly pulled out a guide to green walls from US designers that sets out benefits but also says
- planted panels are not cheap but can last up to 25 years
- plants can die any time but can expect a life of 5-10 years for most species used
- hydroponic systems must be installed, run and maintained

Quote "Are living green walls difficult to maintain? The simple answer is yes."

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Not an argument bud, I was just wondering what the thinking was behind your post.
 
As most of you will know, just outside the Etihad Campus.

David Lynch - Director of Development at Manchester City Council - Linkedin

Demolition progresses whilst consultation continues on our Grey Mare Lane plan - delivering 1000 new homes, community infrastructure and knitting together Beswick in East Manchester


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jrb said:
As most of you will know, just outside the Etihad Campus.

David Lynch - Director of Development at Manchester City Council - Linkedin

Demolition progresses whilst consultation continues on our Grey Mare Lane plan - delivering 1000 new homes, community infrastructure and knitting together Beswick in East Manchester


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Good riddance, horrible homes not fit for purpose.
 
spiny said:
Green walls are neither self supporting nor self sustaining, hence "sterile" and "high maintenance". We have different viewpoints on the costs/benefits of green walls as opposed to green planting on the ground. It is all comparative and we disagree on the premise and whole life cost benefits of such schemes so no point in arguing.

However, external green walls are generally made up of hydroponically watered trays of plants. Plant species are chosen for their appearance and suitability to survive in that environment rather than attracting insects and other life. Plants grow and die so need maintaining.

I randomly pulled out a guide to green walls from US designers that sets out benefits but also says
- planted panels are not cheap but can last up to 25 years
- plants can die any time but can expect a life of 5-10 years for most species used
- hydroponic systems must be installed, run and maintained

Quote "Are living green walls difficult to maintain? The simple answer is yes."

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The Faroese and others use green roofs well. There are some amazing examples of wild green walls in Asia, but that would mean letting wild risk damage to walls. Be good to see more natural features throughout our concrete campus. The wild flowers by the Joie Stadium have been delightful this year.

Perhaps City could support Philips Park better?
 
jrb said:
As most of you will know, just outside the Etihad Campus.

David Lynch - Director of Development at Manchester City Council - Linkedin

Demolition progresses whilst consultation continues on our Grey Mare Lane plan - delivering 1000 new homes, community infrastructure and knitting together Beswick in East Manchester


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any more closes up on what there proposing ?, cant read the text on the boards .
didn't realise they were being demolished .
 
It’s all slowly coming together. Still many years away yet until it’s actually completed. The Etihad Campus, the Grey Mare Lane redevelopment, and the Holt Town Masterplan and development.
 
acton28.blog said:
The Faroese and others use green roofs well. There are some amazing examples of wild green walls in Asia, but that would mean letting wild risk damage to walls. Be good to see more natural features throughout our concrete campus. The wild flowers by the Joie Stadium have been delightful this year.

Perhaps City could support Philips Park better?
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What a great idea that is, supporting Philip's park.
 
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