Virens: being green [> L. vireo,-ui,-ere: to be green or verdant; to be fresh, vigorous or lively (not withered); to flourish, bloom].
At Virens, We love the challenge of combining practical details with resilient evocative plantings.
Our, Western Canadian studio offers a range of services including Ecological Planting + Landscape Design, Consultation plus Maintenance + Educational Tools.
Planting Design
Planting design is a passion of ours. We build novel ecosystems using science-based systems (including plant sociability, hydrology and soil sciences), forming a healthy balance between ecology and beauty.
We also have a special interest in utilizing 'waste' + natural materials. From crushed concrete and sand beds to willow sculptures, living fences and deadhedges. Plus a deep desire to encourage a human-nature connection by crafting elements that are inclusive. Encouraging therapeutic, historical and cultural ties within the spaces that we design.
Consultation
Our studio is adept at working with existing architectural, horticultural and city stakeholders in order to reduce costs and resource use, while maximizing value.
We're able to utilize our depth of experience and knowledge of the unique challenges that these kinds of projects face, offering access to practical tools and techniques in a relatable way.
Maintenance & Educational Tools
We believe that success is deeply rooted in an understanding of the key needs of each landscape over the long term.
Virens can provide tool kits for crews and maintenance teams, volunteer groups and gardeners of all experience levels to help them better understand their role in the landscape and why they should be chuffed about it.