Podium Landscape Design and Execution
From conceptual sketches to the technical reality of construction, this is how we translate big ideas into functional, low-maintenance podium landscapes.
This illustrative plan shows our vision for a 13,000 sqft podium landscape. We designed distinct zones for various activities, including a dedicated kids' play area, quiet seating nooks, and open pathways, creating a multi-functional outdoor amenity for over 120 residential units.
A closer look at our design concept, featuring a central sculptural installation that merges art with nature. Our goal is to create unique, thought-provoking elements within the landscape that encourage community interaction and provide a memorable experience.
An aerial view during the early construction phase of a large-scale podium project. This perspective shows the foundational layout of the pathways and a central circular feature taking shape, demonstrating how our detailed site-responsive planning translates to the ground.
Every transformation begins with a clean slate. This video shows our team managing the initial demolition and site clearing for a major landscape project, handling the entire process from the very start to prepare for the new construction.
Here, our team is meticulously laying brick bat coba, a crucial step in the waterproofing process for a large podium. We directly oversee all civil work to ensure a durable, low-maintenance foundation for the entire landscape design.
Our team at work on a vast podium, with the city skyline as our backdrop. This image captures the scale of our commercial landscape projects and our hands-on involvement in every stage of the civil work and construction.
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When transforming a large podium, our focus is on what happens beneath the surface. We prioritize structural integrity through precise waterproofing and drainage planning, ensuring that the beautiful walkways and play areas we design remain functional and leak-free for years to come.
At Realm Studiio, we approach podium landscaping as a balance between human activity and structural needs. For our 13,000 sqft podium project, the challenge was to create distinct zones for children’s play, quiet seating, and pathways without overloading the structure. We do not just hand over drawings. We are on-site managing everything from site clearing and debris removal to the installation of EPDM rubber flooring and garden layouts.
Our process starts with a 3D conceptualization that considers foot traffic and sun exposure, followed by detailed GFC drawings for civil teams. We pay close attention to material selection, using lightweight soil mixes and specific granite pathways to manage the weight load while keeping maintenance minimal. Whether it is a residential amenity area or a commercial outdoor space, our goal is to build landscapes that people actually want to live in. We believe that if a space does not serve a purpose, it has no place in the design.
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