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March, 2021
Do you feel calm, more focused and happier when in nature or surrounded by light and green space? Humans have always had a connection with nature. Civilisations have tapped into its unique and healing qualities since the beginning of time. Think the Hanging Gardens of Babylon. We have a look at the positive impact green spaces have on an employees wellbeing.
February, 2021
If you’re a landscape architect currently pouring over designs for an urban commercial or residential development, one of your challenges is likely to be how to create an inspirational outdoor living space on a roof terrace. The health benefits of outdoor space are plentiful and even with a small terrace you can create something amazing.
February, 2021
This February is a momentous time for Kinley, as we are proud to announce our new in-house landscape edging products, Ranger, Urban, Fort, and Bison. These brand-new edging products are manufactured at our UK based Innovation Centre in East Sussex so you can be assured of great quality. Get ready for creating stunning landscapes and amazing outdoor spaces with our new landscape edging ranges.
January, 2021
We know that you will be keen to start your landscape or garden edging project as quickly as possible. Whether you are installing edging to a simple vegetable patch, or creating beautiful meandering curves to a long pathway, we want you to understand our timescales for delivery so that you can be fully prepared to get started on your garden project the moment it arrives.
January, 2021
The roof terrace system is an essential part of modern development. Terraces help to expand the accessible space for commercial outdoor living, which builds the estimation of the plot and the appeal to the end customer. Senior Project Lead, Euan Taylor, has come up with a list of few Dos and Don’ts of designing your next roof terrace system.
December, 2020
When we think of innovation, we think of what is new or transformative. When Kinley Systems, a company specialising in landscape edging and roof terrace systems, acquired their Innovation Centre, what was the purpose of such a decision, and what does this mean to you, our customer?
November, 2020
There are some great options for both steel and aluminium edging available to use, but how do you decide on which one to use and why? Are you looking to design or install a neat lawn or landscape edging, to stop the erosion of soil and migration of other materials? Well we know that wood is a material that rots quickly compared to metal, but this may not be the reason why you choose to use steel or aluminium, lawn and landscape edging, instead of timber.
November, 2020
We’ve probably all heard some words of Vladimir Lenin quoted recently – without perhaps realising who the commentators and talking heads were nodding to. “There are decades when nothing happens, and there are weeks when decades happen,” said the revolutionary, and how right he’s been on so many fronts this year, not least when it comes to working from home.
November, 2020
When buying garden edging it can be a challenge to know how much to buy. Landscape edging is essential for edging lawns, flower beds, gravel paths and many other surfaces that you have in your garden, to reduce maintenance in keeping defined borders that look perfect all year round. This blog covers the main considerations when looking to purchase the perfect amount to suit your garden makeover project.
October, 2020
“I truly believe that if you can change the street, you can change the world” was an intriguing statement made 20 years ago by Janette Sadik-Khan, Commissioner of the New York City Department of Transportation. It’s a sentiment that strikes an even more powerful chord today as cities are being reshaped before our eyes by the global pandemic’s impact on working patterns.
July, 2020
One of the big upsides of the past few months is a strong desire to do things differently – not least, to lead cleaner, greener, more people-friendly lives. So as we start unlocking the lockdown, focus is turning to outside spaces in towns and cities and how we can use them to promote wellbeing and social activity.
February, 2020
For linking beautiful exteriors to fine living areas inside, tiles offer a wealth of stylish options. And as consumer desire to bring the 'indoors outside' keeps growing, Kinley has responded with a range of Atria porcelain tiles that's as extensive as it is aesthetically exciting.
October, 2019
Think about London and you might consider its fast-paced city lifestyle, rich historical landscape and cosmopolitan culture. Even if you prefer a more tranquil country life, you cannot escape the draw of the city that remains beautiful throughout the seasons, or be completely indifferent to the bold charm of a landscape built up over centuries.
August, 2019
Getting close to nature is one of the joys of landscaping - for designers and clients alike. We all know a green, outdoor setting lifts the spirits, promotes wellbeing and provides a constant source of pleasure and inspiration.
May, 2019
Choosing the best edging and decking for landscaping normally means hours of browsing through catalogues and websites. Whilst you'll pick up bags of valuable information, it can be a bit intangible. Let's face it, to be certain you've got the perfect fit for your design project, there's nothing better than actually seeing and inspecting the hardware for real in person.
April, 2019
As summer approaches and the evenings grow long, we're all keen to make the most of whatever outdoor areas we have. There aren't many better ways to enjoy the warmer months than relaxing on stylish, contemporary decking in a newly-created pleasure zone, set in the heart of a flourishing garden or some glamorous rooftop bar.
March, 2019
Daffodils dancing, cherry trees blossoming and bumblebees buzzing - yes, Spring has arrived. And while gardeners fertilise flowerbeds and prune roses, landscape architects are itching to get on with exciting designs they've been planning over the winter months.
February, 2019
When you have an aspiration for a fabulous development with beautiful outdoor space, you want to make sure it is implemented to your vision. As you embark on a project that demands outdoor space, such as a roof terrace, it's important to align the practical requirements with the aspirational design.
November, 2018
It's perhaps a tad early for New Year's resolutions but certainly not for planning next spring's projects. And where better to look for timely inspiration than our new range of planters, street furniture and integrated lighting.
September, 2018
The latest "must have" for residential and commercial properties is a roof terrace. It's easy to see why. Buildings that offer only humdrum views of other similarly dull buildings from their lower levels are magically transformed into hot properties when they can boast spectacular terrace views across a city skyline.
August, 2018
Back in 2014, the Strand Gallery in London hosted an exhibition that shone a light on the future of landscape architecture. Called miNiATURE, it featured 10 leading landscape designers from around the world who'd created life-like miniature gardens using 3D printing.
July, 2018
Encompassing the ingenious in modern architecture and with iconic views of London, the Shard was the perfect scene of our recently share-hosted event for the Fit-out, Architecture, Build, Refurbishment, Interiors and Construction industry (FABRIC).
July, 2018
There's nothing that could ruin a carefully and meticulously crafted landscape design quite like the inability to actually use and appreciate the end result. Which is why, when choosing an external floor tile or decking option, you need to consider the practical application as well as the aesthetics. Every open space demands something different, so it's essential to be aware of the slip resistance necessary for the specific project.
July, 2018
Rather than Andrew Morton's biography of Megan Markle or the latest mind, body and spirit best-seller, why not take a busman's holiday this summer and treat yourself to some of the finest literature on landscape and garden design?
June, 2018
With summer on the way, thoughts turn to al fresco living under the sun or the stars. Whether you're designing a garden patio or a restaurant terrace, the latest technology offers a range of stylish solutions for every landscaping challenge
May, 2018
Landscape architects have been fans of CorTen weathering steel for many years now. They like its burnt-orange tones, which blend well with greenery and vegetation and offer lots of elegant and contemporary design solutions. And they also like its strength and longevity, which can deliver significant time- and cost-savings.
May, 2018
Both can be used for stunning effect but how to choose. Architects in search of something more exciting than concrete pin kerbs for dividing different surfaces have been turning to steel and aluminum edging for years. Both metals allow a far more bespoke and creative approach, as well as coming in a range of standard products, but which one works best?
April, 2018
Kinley is excited to be part of the very first Ascot Spring Garden Show. Our Borderline edging has been incorporated into the contemporary Landform Garden show garden, designed by Catherine MacDonald.
April, 2018
Kinley have launched a new website www.kinley.co.uk, designed to give designers, architects and specifiers of landscape environments, including parks, roof terraces, podium gardens and public realm areas, the product information required to create outstanding places for people to enjoy.
November, 2017
Kinley, with their ExcelEdge aluminium edging systems, anticipated and worked hard to capture the opportunity afforded by huge urban regeneration projects coinciding with the urgent drive to eliminate wasteful use of scarce timber resources.
January, 2017
It seems that each week, plans to build a new skyscraper in London are announced. 1 Undershaft, nicknamed “The Trellisâ€, got the green light at the end of last year and is set to be the tallest tower in Square Mile. But with every new project comes a series of questions about the impact another tower will have on the capital’s skyline.
October, 2016
As the UK population continues to expand, as does the demand for stronger, more durable streets and pathways. Improvement of infrastructure is a major focus for local authorities with many towns and cities currently undergoing massive projects to redesign streets to ensure they are more pedestrian friendly.
July, 2016
RIBA noted in 2012 that the level of environmental requirements in project briefs had steadily increased since the early 1990s. In its report, RIBA states that sustainable development ties together the concern for the carrying capacity of natural systems with social challenges facing humanity.
July, 2016
Landscape Architecture and Architecture students from the University of Greenwich held a brilliant exhibition throughout June, displaying their work for friends, family and the public to view and enjoy.
June, 2016
We are witnessing the upward expansion of residential buildings in London and across the UK as demand for housing surges. With available space becoming more and more limited, developers have pursued the option of raising the height of buildings, rather than increasing the footprint, to boost available residential potential.
November, 2015
The roof terrace garden design is crafted by landscape architects Aralia who won BALI's Design Excellence Award (over 50K) through a design that epitomises innovation and luxury, as part of the company's Penthouse Collection.
July, 2015
The episode of Love Your Garden, which aired on Tuesday 14th July, saw Alan and his team design and develop a motoring-themed garden for a local hero who had recently saved people from a house fire.
April, 2015
Design Featuring Raaft Terrafina Support Pedestals Wins Young Gardener of the Year Awards. The hugely popular show, now in its 100th year, attracts thousands of people to London and was held at new venue, Olympia this year, having been held at Earls Court for many years previously.
January, 2015
It's good news for our ExcelEdge range of aluminium edging this week. We've just visited one of our contractors in Aberdeen to oversee a trial installation of edging which is being installed at a large new housing estate project in Chapelton, near Stonehaven.
December, 2014
But expansion of the landscape industry and strong employment levels and prospects are making it more appealing than ever before. As well as this, salaries across the landscape architecture industry are very good, especially for individuals who progress their career to acquire chartered landscape architect status, in which case, can easily expect to earn well over £40,000 per annum.
November, 2013
Children's play areas are a fascinating place, one that is often viewed entirely differently through the eyes of a child. Gone is the arbitrary collection of items that we perceive, the rather odd shapes and patterns of a typical play area; replaced with the full force of a confluent stream of vibrantly bubbling, bursting and billowing imagination.
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