To reduce flood risk, improve water quality, and enhance biodiversity at Hounslow schools by installing SuDS rain gardens and planters that naturally manage rainfall while creating greener, healthier school environments.

Meristem Design contributed to the delivery of:

Two rain gardens, designed to capture and manage rainwater naturally.

Twenty-five SuDS planters, installed throughout the school grounds to absorb water, improve air quality, and enhance biodiversity.

Meristem Design installed bespoke SuDS features tailored to the schools’ needs including large rain gardens and multiple planters connected to roof downpipes. These SuDS aim to reduce surface water flooding, improve water quality, and enhance the amenity and biodiversity value of the environment.

The collaborative SuDS project has successfully delivered numerous benefits to the schools including mitigating flood risk, creating rich and diverse wildlife habitats, and adding interactive green spaces for the pupils and teachers.

This project is a strong example of how SuDS can transform urban environments, creating climate-resilient, biodiverse, and visually appealing spaces for education.