The living wall at the Matthaei Botanical Gardens aims to use space creatively and promote vertical gardening techniques while demonstrating sustainable architecture that can reduce carbon emissions and purify the air. After its completion, visitors will be able to observe how solar pumps and rainwater catchments conserve water in this sustainable art installation.

Student Lead: Shawn Farrell

Administrative Support: Professor Robert Grese, Theodore Roosevelt Chair of Ecosystem Management, Director, Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum