Green Rails Garden

 Stockwell Bus Garage

Location | London, United Kingdom                                Year | 2024                                                            Academic Work

Design Proposal

The idea of the moving platform garden concept could create an innovative and dynamic environment that is constantly changing and adaptable to the needs of the users. Each platform is equipped with an intelligent sensor system that records environmental data such as light, temperature, humidity and user preferences. The platforms appear to float weightlessly above a stable, invisible rail system arranged in a geometric pattern. The plants on the platforms have been carefully selected to create a diverse and colourful environment. The plants are not only decorative, but also help to purify the air and create a pleasant atmosphere. This architectural concept for a garden on moving platforms combines nature, technology and user interaction to create a unique and adaptable green oasis that is constantly changing and appeals to the senses of visitors. Each platform could have a green surface that is not only aesthetically pleasing but also has a positive impact on the environment. The greenery could consist of plants, grasses or even small trees, creating a kind of "travelling garden". This helps to clean the air, create a habitat for animals and improve the urban microclimate.

The Stockwell Bus Garage was designed in the 1950s by the architect Adie, Button and Partners. It is considered an outstanding example of post-war modern architecture in Britain.

The garage was opened in 1952 and originally served as a depot for London double-decker buses. Over the years, various renovations were carried out to meet the increasing demands of public transport. The garage was for a long time an important hub in the London bus network and housed a large number of bus routes.

Due to its architectural significance, Stockwell Bus Garage has been Grade II* listed. This means that the building is protected and cannot be altered or demolished without official permission. The listed status underlines the cultural and historical significance of this architectural structure for the city of London.