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Phase 1 of Hackney Central’s green transformation is underway. Meristem and Hackney Council are creating a green corridor with rain gardens, planting, and safer pedestrian spaces, to enhance biodiversity, air quality, and the streetscape....

When combined with well-planned design and landscaping such as paths, seating, tree planting and kerbs, these works can completely change how people use and value a space....

In London alone, an estimated 320,000 properties are at high risk of surface water flooding. Keeping SuDS maintained is one of the most effective ways to reduce that risk - and protect the city’s green investment....

We have developed the Hybrid SuDS Planter - a system that combines SuDS Planter technology with a Rain Garden to overcome depth constraints in urban drainage....

By transforming underused, grey corners into green, functional spaces, we can manage surface water more sustainably while creating places people enjoy, pass through and connect with....

66% of primary schools buildings and 83% of secondary schools buildings in England are at risk of surface-water flooding. It's vital that we create flood resilient, greener spaces for young people....

Over 4.6 million properties in England are at risk of surface water flooding. This Flood Action Week we'll highlight the vital role green infrastructure plays in building flood resilience....

We're proud to share that four of our Bristol and South Gloucestershire Mobility Hubs have received a Gold Accreditation by CoMoUK....

There's just over 3 weeks to apply for up to 50% funding for your next school SuDS project....

This October, we’re excited to be part of the Bristol Mobility Hub Event, a two-day programme highlighting innovation, collaboration, and best practice in sustainable transport infrastructure....

Meristem Design are proud to announce that we are official members of NLA (New London Architecture)!...

We're delighted to share that Meristem has officially become a member of CIRIA - one of the UK's leading voices construction research and innovation....

SuDS planters, parklets and rooftop gardens - this summer we have been busy designing, implementing and maintaining green infrastructure across the nation....

Thames Water has launched the first round of funding for its AMP8 Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) Delivery Programme. Deadline due by 13th October!...

As cities evolve and the way we travel changes, the term mobility hub is becoming increasingly popular. But what exactly is a mobility hub, and why is it important for modern transportation?...

Meristem Design has launched the Bio Habitat SuDS Planter, a new innovation that brings together sustainable drainage and urban biodiversity in a single, compact, and multifunctional unit....

Meristem Design is here to help you access up to £500,000 in new Green Roots Fund grants for green and blue infrastructure projects across London....

If you've seen our recent TikTok, you’ll know we’ve been busy mulching our sites - but why exactly do we do it?...

As towns and cities adapt to the challenges of climate change, combining sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) with green community spaces is becoming not just a smart option - but an essential one....

We’re proud to announce that the Blue Heart SuDS for Schools partnership has won the Outstanding SuDS Team award at the 2025 susdrain SuDS Awards, hosted by CIRIA....

We’re thrilled to share that the Market Street, Oxford public realm improvement scheme has been named Best Infrastructure Project – Small (under £5m) at the ICE South East Awards 2025....

As the seasons change, so do our rain gardens – and Barnet’s interactive SuDS installations are a living example of that transformation....

We have installed 121 more SuDS planters in Newham schools, improving flood resilience in one of London's highest-risk boroughs....

Green walls aren't just visually striking; they play a crucial role in supporting urban wildlife and enhancing biodiversity where it's needed most....