¿Por qué un hotel Mercure eligió vegetación artificial de plantas de diseño para revitalizar su propiedad?

The Client Challenge

At first, they researched the feasibility of adding live greenery to their spaces, but quickly dismissed the idea following concerns about costly maintenance and a lack of time to dedicate to upkeep.

But there has always been a “best of both worlds” alternative, and Mercure didn’t take long to find it.

The Design Objective

During Mercure’s research process, they (fortunately) came across Designer Plants and noticed unique aspects. Namely, Designer Plants’ DNA comprises sustainability, a diverse catalog of products, and a suspiciously low amount of work, which is exactly what they were looking for.

However, the team at Mercure didn’t have a solid idea of the type of artificial greenery they’d like most. After talking with our fauxliege experts, we were able to discern what the hotel was striving to accomplish, how they wanted to do it, and when it should be done. We were given a laxer timeframe to prepare. Nonetheless, our team started planning right away.

The Solution

Since the client didn’t want any specific products, we put our expertise and experience to the test and picked different types of artificial greenery for each space. For example, our Almost Natural Artificial Buxus Topiary adorned the hotel’s entry - a stone’s throw from the front entrance and some of the many wall-sized windows.

We put some of the fake topiary plants in pots to elevate their aesthetic and help them serve as focal points upon entering. Then, we finished up the look by filling the pots with coconut fiber for a more realistic appearance. 

Then, we pushed our client out of their comfort zone and recommended custom panels from our Luxury Country Fern artificial vertical garden to brighten up the drab garage and as a statement piece at the end of the hallway adjacent to the courtyard.

Installation Approach

As most of our faux vertical gardens come in a standard size of 40′′ x 40′′, the walls surrounding the area weren’t able to accommodate that. So, we sent trained professionals in to measure and decide the best course of action. For this client, the ideal option was cutting the standard fauxliege panels to fit within the boundaries of the metal dividers and above and around each door.

At first, we were uncertain about how the panels would look between the metal frames. But once the installation was completed, we admired how the metal complemented the greenery and added visual interest to the wall. In a sense, it encapsulated what Mercure is all about - sustainability and elegance.

The Result

Unsurprisingly, the installation of fake green walls and topiary balls at the Mercure Hotel proved to be a success for employees and guests alike. 

The Luxury Country Fern effectively added height, texture, and visual interest to largely utilitarian spaces and created a warmer, more welcoming environment conducive to relaxation.

Following the green addition, employees noticed more productivity and increased energy when working in the presence of greenery, while guests were drawn to the new look and found it helpful when adjusting to the surroundings in a new city.

Why Artificial Greenery Worked So Well

In terms of costs, the artificial greenery adorning the hotel is UV-resistant, fire retardant, and guaranteed to last at least 5 years, but will likely “live” until 15 indoors. And since none of the products require any maintenance, employees are relieved by not having to take on additional obligations.