Agrumi Topiary Art was delighted to collaborate with Sister London and the Canary Wharf Group on the visionary Eden Dock project, an ambitious transformation of the Middle Dock into a vibrant urban oasis.
The aim of the project was to enhance biodiversity, reconnect people with nature, and contribute to the wellbeing of workers and visitors in this iconic financial district.
Eden Dock is all about blending urban life with nature, creating spaces that boost biodiversity while offering city dwellers a peaceful escape. As part of this vision, Agrumi was asked to create 21 moss-covered, life-sized (and taller) figures that beautifully capture the connection between people and the natural world. These sculptures were a key feature, symbolising harmony between urban living and nature’s beauty.
We worked closely with the Sister London design team to make sure the sculptures were not only stunning but also eco-friendly. Using sphagnum moss and dried flowers, we crafted these life-like figures that seem to rise naturally from the water and greenery at Eden Dock. Each figure symbolises the interplay of nature and urban living, embodying the project’s ethos of biodiversity and ecological balance.
The Nature Rising sculptures have become a standout feature at Eden Dock, adding a striking, natural element to the waterfront. Visitors can now admire these unique moss figures as they explore the floating gardens, boardwalks, and new habitats for birds, bees, and other wildlife. The installation is already making a difference to new wildlife in the area, showing how art and nature can work together to boost biodiversity.
Our work on the Eden Dock project shows Agrumi’s commitment to ecological art and sustainable design, bringing large-scale, creative concepts to life in urban settings.
This project is a pioneering effort to create spaces where nature and people can thrive together. We’re proud that our Nature Rising installation has played a part in transforming Canary Wharf into a greener, more biodiverse environment.
