The Hanging gardens of Babylon are dubbed as one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Unfortunately for us, top-notch digital photography was just not available at the time to capture all its wonders. And while we may not replicate the grandeur of those hanging gardens, contemporary designers are bringing in the ‘green’ with their own unique designs. Most modern homes and apartments are often short on space. A beautiful wall of hanging planters instantly brings home the fresh garden vibe indoors. Elegant, ergonomic and stylish, these modern hanging gardens are all about form, functionality and space-consciousness. Here are a few fabulous inspirations that instantly add life to a room. From DIY projects that involve mason jars to exquisite creations from innovative designers, there is a container garden idea for everyone. As these eco-friendly creations showcase, at times all you need is some ingenious inspiration! Strung with Style Air plants are simply perfect for a hanging container garden inside your home. This one though tops the list not just because of the cool aesthetics. These DIY planters are pretty easy to create and you will be amazed with the touch of contemporary panache they bring to your home. All you need is shampoo bottle tops (or any bullet-shaped containers), a bit of spray paint, nails and some rope. Let you kids join in on the spray painting and you will have a fun and productive family weekend. Check out the complete step-by-step DIY guide for the hanging planters before you get started. Designed by Gabriella Asztalos, the floating garden plant containers bring a dash of metallic glint along with their modern form. The minimalistic style of these planters ensures that you have a container garden that is not just cool but is also contemporary in style! You can mix and match planters in various sizes and shapes to create an exclusive look. Coming from design house Boskke and Jaguarshoes Collective, these Sky Planters seem to defy gravity with astonishing ease! Our first instinct was to wonder whether standing under one of these was really safe. But it absolutely is. Coming in chic prints and vivid colors, these planters usher in accent shades with ease. Put together a few of these in a cool Scandinavian setting and you have an elegant floating container garden ready to steal the show. These hanging glass bubble terrariums are bound to be among the coolest decor that you ever brought into your home. Air plants are a perfect fit for hanging container gardens. With the necessity of soil being done away with, the open and transparent glass bubbles seem all the more appealing. Glass is an integral part of modern interiors. Impressive styling and ease of maintenance has made these hanging terrariums pretty popular. [from: West Elm] Well, you are in luck as the air plant pods designed by Michael McDowell offer precised this. Made from natural Moroccan sand-colored clay, the pods have been custom designed for sensitive air plants that could decay in any stagnated water. Hung using a lovely natural hemp cord, they are a natural fit even for the outdoors. Hang of few of these in your studio apartment and you will instantly feel closer to nature. The air plant pods are also available in several colors and finishes and are ideal for those who prefer a more modern and glossy look. [from: mudpuppy] Crafted in porcelain and sporting an unglazed exterior, they save up space with ease. You can get an army of these and create a hanging garden setup that is both vibrant and beautiful. Hang them by the window or in that forgotten corner and watch your interiors acquire a new lease of life! Wonders on the Wall The porcelain and rope hanging planters a re pretty popular with home owners. Their clean and classy design allows them to blend in with almost any pre-set theme of the room. The rope that is used is often cotton or leather and you can open between individual planters or two-tiered and three-tiered planter sets. Setting you back by anything between $120 to $150 for each set, a beautiful niche filled with 3 three-tiered sets brings in both beauty and balance to the space around it. A Myriad of Styles and Hues Simple and elegant, these strung planters are both cost effective and cool. All you need to get them done is some rope, glass jars, small rocks and the necessary green and you are good to go. Try to pick jars of different sizes to add style and contrast to the container garden on your wall. Strings in different colors also could do the trick. [from: apartment therapy / song and dance]
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