ALADIN Planter
The ALADIN >> is the largest planter
in IOTA’s ranges of commercial plant containers, and is available in three sizes up to 1,200 litres in volume.
The ALADIN is part of the Boulevard >> range
of high-performance composite planters made from a proprietary form of Fibre Reinforced Cement [FRC]. All Boulevard planters possess an exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, making them suitable for a wide range of environments – from weight-restricted roof terraces, to interiors, to public spaces. The ALADIN is featured here in two separate commercial projects.
The first three images in the gallery
are of the Zurich University of Applied Science. The planters shown are the 112cm diameter ALADIN, planted with multi-stem Acers and Betula. With a volume of 400 litres, even this smallest size of ALADIN is suitable for tree planting; and at only 75kg it is ideal for weight-restricted terraces, as in this project.
The Sofitel Amsterdam the Grand
is shown in the final six images in the gallery. This scheme comprised eleven of the largest size of ALADIN planters (diameter 165 cm, volume 1,200 litres), planted with Rhododendron, Hamamelis and Amelanchier. These planters are used to create a sense of arrival at the entrance gateway and reception, and to ‘green’ other hard landscaped areas. Two smaller, 112cm diameter ALADIN planters, planted with specimen Buxus ball topiary, provide contrast and interest to a large rectangular water rill. All of the ALADIN planters are connected to irrigation and lighting systems, highlighting the versatility of the Boulevard material to on-site modification.
