News

Japanese inspired planting at The Londoner

Author: Simon Bennett

Date: 7th July 2022

A beautiful izakaya rooftop bar opened at The Londoner, Leicester Square, London

We were delighted to work with Edwardian Hotels on their new Japanese themed rooftop bar at the Londoner, Leicester Square.

Working alongside Bright Green, leading UK provider of artificial and live plants, we created and installed a beautiful bamboo landscape for the chic lounge area with its striking open-air firepit suspended under a retractable glazed ceiling.

Breathing life and greenery into this minimalist Japanese inspired lounge, Bright Green built a curtain of bamboo foliage, planting over 50 artificial small leaved artificial bamboo plants into the impressive wooden framework surrounding the seating area. The bamboo canopy had been designed to spill out from the front and back of the wooden structure to soften the architectural lines. Trough planters filled with bamboo frame the walkways into the rooftop Shima Garden to create an immediate sensory impact on diners as they enter the space. Each bamboo cane has been stained dark brown by hand to enhance the colour scheme of the lounge and to seamlessly transition the space to outdoors.

This lush bamboo planting scheme cocoons the seating platform, which is encircled by a vertigo inducing 7-floor drop, adding to the understated elegance and spectacle of this contemporary space. Such a vibrant urban refuge certainly ensures a unique experience for all guests that dine under the breath-taking London night sky.

With such striking interior design, every inch of The Londoner has been configured to create a stand-out experience for visitors, capturing the drama of its vibrant West End neighbourhood.

Related content

Driving Operational Sustainability: Nurture Group’s EV Journey

With more than 2,000 vehicles operating nationwide, Nurture Group is continuing to expand its use of electric vehicles as part of its wider sustainability strategy. Discover how the business is balancing operational demands with long-term carbon reduction goals through fleet electrification, infrastructure investment and innovation.

CPRE Show Garden Wins Gold and RHS Garden of the Year at this year’s Chelsea Flower Show

The Seam opens in Barnsley, showcasing high-quality public realm delivery

Gavin Jones was proud to attend the official opening of The Seam in Barnsley, a landmark development that is already making a strong visual and functional impact on the local environment.

Nurture Landscapes wins double gold at the Green Apple Awards for Environmental Best Practice

Two Nurture Landscapes maintained sites are celebrating international success after winning Gold Environment Awards in this year’s Green Apple Awards, the global initiative recognising outstanding environmental best practice.

Nurture Landscapes’ Ahtraeo Punter named in Pro Landscaper’s 30 Under 30: The Next Generation 2025

We are delighted to share that Ahtraeo Punter, Assistant Contracts Manager at Nurture Landscapes, has been recognised in Pro Landscaper’s prestigious 30 Under 30: The Next Generation awards. This accolade highlights the most impressive young talent in the landscaping industry and celebrates Ahtraeo’s dedication, leadership, and vision for the sector.

Triple Win for Nurture Landscapes and Gavin Jones at the Pro Landscaper Sustainability & Biodiversity Awards

Nurture Landscapes and Gavin Jones are proud to announce a clean sweep at this year’s Pro Landscaper Sustainability & Biodiversity Awards, winning in all three categories entered: Grounds Maintenance Company of the Year, Maintenance Contract of the Year, and Commercial Build Over £500k.