Urban Oases: Terrace & Balcony Gardens
Your balcony isn't meant to be boring. Whether it is a cozy corner or a sprawling terrace, we help you bring nature to your doorstep with design, installation, and maintenance.
This video tours a terrace I transformed with a variety of potted plants. I used different planter shapes and sizes, along with a mix of plant types like palms and ficus, to create a lush, layered garden on a rooftop.
Even a small city balcony has the potential to become a beautiful sunset-watching spot. Here, I used a combination of artificial turf, wooden deck tiles, and a compact vertical garden to create a low-maintenance, cozy retreat with a great view.
A close-up view of a lush vertical garden on a balcony. I use a mix of ferns, money plants, and other species to create a dense, jungle-like feel, even in a small space.
This is the same balcony vertical garden, showing how it overlooks a pool area. The green wall adds a beautiful natural element to the view and enhances the feeling of a private oasis.
A vertical garden can serve as a beautiful, living backdrop for an outdoor seating area. This terrace wall features sections of Syngonium and other foliage plants, adding privacy and a sense of enclosure.
Don't let your balcony be a boring space. Here, I've used a vertical garden with bright green money plants and pops of red Poinsettia to add life and color to the entrance of a home.
This multi-panel vertical garden on a balcony uses white frames to break up the green expanse. I've included flowering plants to add pops of red, creating more visual interest.
Even a small vertical garden can bring joy to your life. This compact installation on a balcony uses a mix of green and purple foliage to create a beautiful, low-maintenance feature.
About Urban Oases: Terrace & Balcony Gardens
A vertical garden is more than just sticking pots on a wall. We use a modular mesh framework with integrated drip irrigation hidden behind the foliage. This keeps the wall clean, ensures every plant gets exactly the water it needs without you hauling a watering can, and makes replacing a specific plant simple if it needs a little TLC.
How we design your green space
We start with the space you have. A tiny city balcony can feel like a retreat with the right layout, and a terrace can become a full living environment. We don't just dump plants; we look at the sun, the view, and how you use the area.
The Vertical Advantage
If floor space is tight, we go up. Our vertical garden installations use a high-density, modular grid system. We select hardy plants like Syngonium, Boston Ferns, and Philodendrons that thrive in our local NCR climate. The structure is anchored securely, and the drip irrigation connects to your existing water tap, meaning the system handles the daily hydration while you just enjoy the view.
Flooring and Hardscape
A balcony needs a base. We use high-pile artificial turf if you want that soft, grassy feel underfoot without the mud, or weather-treated interlocking deck tiles for a cleaner, seating-focused look. We often pair these with premium Fibre Reinforced Plastic (FRP) planters that handle the weather better than traditional clay pots, ensuring your setup stays sharp for years.
Our Promise
We source everything from our own nursery, so we know the health of every plant going into your home. We handle the transport, the hauling, and the mess of installation. Whether you want a simple wall of green or a full terrace makeover with custom lighting and seating, we make sure it is a space where you actually want to spend time.
Akar Eco Greens
We believe plants aren't just for decoration; they change the very landscape of your world. We handle the design, installation, and the messy bit of maintenance so you can just enjoy the view. Whether you have a tiny balcony or a rooftop terrace, we make it a slice of heaven.
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