A slice of 1970s Babylon restored': living the office dream at the Hanging Gardens of Basingstoke
Briefly

The article discusses the trend of integrating wellness into modern office development, highlighting how companies are designing spaces with spas and greenery to lure employees away from home offices. It examines the historical example of the Hanging Gardens of Basingstoke, which showcases a successful blend of office and nature through its unique architectural approach. However, it also notes that current projects often neglect the practicalities of maintaining such greenery, resulting in proposals that may be more aesthetic than functional amidst the ongoing abandonment of these ambitious designs.
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