2021 Gold Leaf Award Winner – Peter Vardy Case Study

Designing an award winning lobby and entrance wasn’t on the cards when Ambius first assessed the area at Peter Vardy Car Dealership.  But with wide spaces, great light levels, a large canopy and regular foot traffic, the design provided the essence for the wow factor.

From the gorgeous displays in the large portland stone finish ‘blobs’, live dividers and troughs with trailing plants used to cover the white walls the design had impact. The jungle theme was topped off with 2x 3.5m Podacarpus in a large white pot, and a Song of Jamaica. But most striking was the 11½  metre high Moss Wall which expanded the entire height of the wall canopy.

Complimenting the sense of space, whilst enhancing the “jungle” theme, polished white planters ensured the decor and theme moved through the floor levels.  Designed by Pauline Freel, installed by the Ambius Team, this project was created to enhance the opening of the new state of the art head office at Pioneer House in Motherwell for Peter Vardy.  As a company with an aim to be The Best Place to Work and The Best Place to Buy, the health and wellbeing of staff was a big priority.

Creating workplaces that flow

Whether you have a new build, or breathing life into an old build, the Ambius team can help to provide that ‘wow factor’. Our experienced Interior Landscaping design team have helped organisations to improve social distancing, provide foot flow through a building and create amazing spaces and break out areas to support workplace health and wellbeing, by using plants to enhance the natural space and light.  Whether high light, low light or a colourful theme, from planters, to live dividers, troughs to flower panels our team can provide the advice and expertise to take your workplace to the next level.

Prettpal Somel: Prettpal Somel is a passionate advocate for the power of plants and their ability to transform spaces and improve lives. This passion has fueled his 18-year journey with Ambius, where he's played a key role in promoting the benefits of biophilic design and creating healthier, more inspiring environments. Having risen through the ranks from Sales Support to Marketing Manager, Prettpal possesses a unique understanding of Ambius's business and the needs of its customers. He's a skilled marketer with a proven track record of developing and executing successful campaigns that drive brand awareness, customer engagement, and business growth. Outside of work, Prettpal's love for plants continues to flourish in his own garden, where he enjoys spending time with his two children. He's also known for his lively personality and competitive spirit, often taking center stage at company events with his impressive dance moves and shares a love for music and movies.