Unique planter designs for urban spaces
All the exquisite design and architecture in the world often cannot prevent urban areas becoming quite monotone and dull. All that is needed to bring some much needed character and life to an area is a pop of colour and what better way to incorporate that than by bringing Mother Nature into the urban environment.
Al Ain by LAB23
Al Ain
Designer: Pamio Design
The Al Ain bench planter, a unique steel pyramid shaped structure includes a square base with a
Al Ain 2 by LAB23
Al Ain 2
Designer: Pamio Design
The Al Ain 2 is a pyramid shaped planter with a square base to give it
Aveo Planter by LAB23
Aveo Planter
Designer: Stéphane Chapelet
The AVEO planter is made in hypergranite, a Fiber-reinforced material made in polyester resin
Babel Planter by LAB23
Babel Planter
Designer: GIBILLERO Design
This flower pot is composed by 4 galvanized lacquered steel legs. It’s closed by a circular base
Botero by LAB23
Botero
Designer: GIBILLERO Design
This flower pot is very simple with an external large cylinder composed by 2 calendered steel that
Crossed Planter by LAB23
Crossed Planter
Designer: Stéphane Chapelet
The planter CROSSED is made in steel 30/10 thickness. The upper surface of the planter is
Curly Planter by LAB23
Curly Planter
Designer: Stéphane Chapelet
Fiber-reinforced composite material made of a polyester resin and marble powder particularly resistant to wear and
D-Planter by LAB23
D-Planter
The main structure of the seat-planter D-PLANTER is in galvanised and polyester powder coated steel (or Corten treated
Five by LAB23
Five
FIVE TALL
The TALL planter FIVE is made in steel. The planter is made of 3 main
Lid Planter by LAB23
Lid Planter
Designer: Stéphane Chapelet
Fiber-reinforced composite material made of a polyester resin and marble powder particularly resistant to wear and
Meander by Concrete Rudolph
Meander
Unique Outdoor Planter.
Designer: René Holten
Inject some timeless style and colour into your landscape with this iconic Meander luxury urban planter. Built
Moko Planter by LAB23
Moko Planter
Designer: GIBILLERO Design
Designed and built to complete the “Moko” range, this flower box follows closely the design of
Monolith by Concrete Rudolph
Monolith
Stylish Urban Planter.
Designer: René Holten
Add timeless style into your landscape with this exquisite urban planter which has been manufactured
Neck by LAB23
Neck
The NECK planter is made in steel 30/10 thickness. To obtain the peculiar conical shape characterizing the planter,
Pato by Concrete Rudolph
Pato
Robust Concrete Planter.
Designer: Eva Rudolph, 2006
The Pato luxury concrete planter has been designed as a timeless classic
Pelizzari by LAB23
Pelizzari
Designer: Fabio Pelizzari
The planter PELIZZARI is made in steel 20/10 thickness. The upper part of the planter is bent on
Planter Basket by LAB23
Planter Basket
Designer: Dina Shahar
The BASKET planter is made in steel sheet 20/10 thickness and is characterized by a handle
Planter Box e Big Box by LAB23
Planter Box e Big Box
Planter Box
The planter box small is made in steel 40/10 thickness. On the
Plaza planter by Urbidermis Santa & Cole
Plaza planter
Large outdoor planter.
Designer: Elías Torres, José A. Martínez Lapeña, 1990
Quaddy by LAB23
Quaddy
Designer: Studiorange
The structure of the planter QUADDY is made of modules in steel 15/10 and 30/10 thickness, joined together with
S Planter by LAB23
S Planter
Designer: Veronica Martinez
fiber-reinforced material made in polyester resin and marble powders, particularly resistant to wear and atmospheric agents.
Stone + by Concrete Rudolph
Stone +
Concrete Urban Seating + Planter.
Designer: Eva Rudolph, 2018
The newest edition to the Concrete Rudolph collection, the Stone
Tram planter by Urbidermis Santa & Cole
Tram planter
Cast iron planter
Designer: Jaume Artigues, Miquel Roig, 1994
Bringing trees, shrubs and flowers into your urban area not only offers you the opportunity to explore colour and vibrancy within your design; you can completely transform the overall appearance of any urban space. It is not only the choice of greenery you opt for which can transform an aesthetic but also the choice of planter used too. Planters are the frame for the artwork nature has gifted you and contemporary designs can truly lift your urban spaces to the next level. Whether the space you are working with is open and airy or whether it is enclosed and structured; the right planter can enrich and enhance visitor the area to maximise visitor experience.
The finishing touch
It is not enough to simply add any old greenery to your urban space. Placing the odd tree or bed of flowers without consideration can make them appear an afterthought; simply added at the end of the design to ensure things don’t look too grey. The right planter not only will enhance the appearance of the plants you choose to incorporate, but it can become an extension of your urban design in order to tie the two concepts together seamlessly.
The Meander model is a perfect example of how a planter can enhance the original design of an area. With its flower shaped design and smooth surfaces; the Meander lends itself perfectly to open areas such as parks or gardens. The organic style of this planter sits perfectly well within already blossoming naturalistic environments, as does the Monolith planter which has been inspired by pebbles and stones viewed through water.
In contrast, the Plaza planter would likely look at home situated amongst tall buildings and the uniformity of the urban environment. The Plaza, with its straight lines and solid construction, offers the perfect solution for tree or shrub planting in urban surroundings where traditional planting is not possible. Available in a range of finishes and colours; the Plaza can bring an oasis of colour and life into any urban space.
Planters can not only enrich urban design but they can also become essential parts of the design concept. Large planters such as the Tram can be used as key elements to make boundaries or separate different areas. The bold design of the Tram speaks of authority and structure whilst at the same time, offering a large bed for the planting of an array of colourful flowers and plants to bring joy and life.
Planters can stand out from the crowd or can blend in seamlessly to the surrounding urban environment depending on the design concept you have chosen to follow. A unique planter design can be the difference between mediocrity and breath-taking excellence.