Mana Verdant

The landscape project is situated on a site defined by its irregular, obtuse angles. Through thoughtful planning, the apartment complex occupies the first quadrant, while the second quadrant is dedicated to a clubhouse enveloped by an urban forest. This public zone extends an ecological retreat to the surrounding community, offering shared amenities as a gesture of goodwill. The site’s natural gradient, spanning both quadrants, has been transformed into a water rill that weaves through the landscape. Inspired by the site’s dynamic geometry, the design translates these angular boundaries into visually engaging patterns that contrast with the static built forms. These fluid lines are expressed through the hardscape elements such as seating, pergolas, and paving, creating a dialogue between architecture and landscape. The softscape complements this vision with a curated palette of native plants, chosen for staggered blooming cycles to ensure year-round vibrancy, along with medicinal species that support pollinators and strengthen ecological resilience. The clubhouse is embraced by the urban forest, established through dense native plantations that function as a living ecosystem. The landscape integrates recreational and wellness features, including basketball, tennis, and volleyball courts, a skating rink, and cricket nets. Outdoor seating areas overlook the water rill and the forest, while yoga zones, therapeutic pathways, exercise pads, and senior seating enrich the wellness experience. Feature walls and deck seating, crafted from natural materials, echo the site’s dynamic edges. Pet zones and water features offer serene, immersive retreats for users. The intervention weaves the ground plane with the built environment, shaping a cohesive, layered experience of community living that celebrates nature, nurtures biodiversity, and transforms an angular site into a sanctuary of dynamic ecological harmony.