The Best Landscaping Trends in 2025
Back in the 80’s and 90’s, real-estate developers in Bangladesh were building homes that served a very utilitarian purpose. People who would opt to buy first-hand apartments were eager to have their own home to live in, and everything else would serve a secondary purpose. In current times, Bangladesh is once more going through a massive transformation in the look & feel of its urban spaces, both commercial & residential. Due to a rise in urbanization & a greater need for sustainable architecture, landscaping now plays a vital role in deeply connecting us with nature. From the chaotic Dhaka streets to the idyllic green rural landscapes, unique trends are now emerging in landscaping, a lot of which are a true combination of modern & sustainable architecture that also has some appeal in an aesthetic manner. In our blog today, let us take a look at the latest landscaping designs in Bangladesh that will mold the future of outdoor spaces in 2025.
Low-Maintenance & Sustainable Landscaping
Climate change is increasingly affecting low-lying countries like Bangladesh, which can be seen from the recent increase in flash floods, earthquakes and other natural calamities. As salinity and other such issues are beginning to affect agriculture, sustainability has now become an even bigger priority than it was before. Landscaping is now adapting to combine plants that require little to no maintenance (can survive droughts) & native species of plants. This year, urban rooftop gardens, community gardens grown in public spaces & lawns in residential areas are embracing techniques of growing plants that are water-efficient & can sustain droughts and high levels of humidity.
This reliance on local flora and fauna can be seen as more homeowners and landscape designers are choosing local plants like krishnachura, shimul, and various grasses & succulents that decrease water consumption while supporting local biodiversity. Similarly, public parks in cities are planting trees like Monstera & Neem for their air-purifying benefits.
Rooftop Landscaping
Every metropolitan city in Bangladesh is becoming overcrowded due to rapid urbanization in search of better jobs & lives. Green spaces are increasing in value because they are becoming much rarer than they once were. With insufficient open space in urban areas, landscaped rooftops will become even more popular in 2025. Looking for a home away from all the chaos? These green havens offer a peaceful cocoon to rest in, a place to socialize with friends and family as well as to grow edible plants & herbs. This greenery helps in beautifying our homes, while also helping to combat the greenhouse effect.
Landscaping on rooftops can even help promote food security while fighting citywide increasing temperatures owing to global warming. These days, homeowners are growing edible herbs, plants like tomatoes & cucumbers, creating a sustainable & practical gardening environment. Thanks to vertical gardening & rooftop landscaping, our rooftops have now turned multipurpose, where small get-togethers can be hosted, while they can also be used as mini retreats or to relax and do yoga.
Vertical Gardening
When a building is constructed in Dhaka city, it is often done at the expense of the environment as some trees and greenery do end up being sacrificed in the process. As open spaces become more difficult to come across, gardens or lawns of the olden days are almost becoming obsolete. As a result, we are adopting innovative ideas like hanging vertical gardens and green walls that allow for cleaner air flow throughout the building. Nature’s best is brought to tall buildings through these green walls, as they are aesthetic and serve a purpose. You can plant climbing vines, or smaller succulents, or plants like Monstera & snake plants to naturally purify air and cool the environment. Many corporate spaces and even shopping malls are adopting green walls to add some interest to their architecture. Local plants like bamboo and other native species are often used as they flourish in the heat & humidity of Bangladesh, needing very little maintenance & lower energy costs since they insulate the building, keeping it cool during the hot summer months.
Sustainable Irrigation
Features such as rainwater harvesting, rain gardens, ponds & fountains are becoming a more common component of landscape designs. They increase the aesthetic beauty of a space while simultaneously providing new homes for flora and fauna.
Rainwater harvesting is often being used for irrigation too. In these, the rainwater is collected from roofs or other surfaces. Next, it is filtered & stored for later use on landscaping and regular gardens or lawns. This particular trend is being used more frequently as it reduces our dependence on public water supply, as well as saving water during summer.
Eco-Friendly Gardening Materials
All across the world, every sphere is trying to incorporate sustainability into its work, which is why we see it affecting landscaping designs as well. Local materials like reclaimed local wood, bamboo, clay and natural stones can all be used in this case. We should embrace nature’s bounty by experiencing its beauty, which will fully reflect the environmental & cultural heritage of Bangladesh.
Smart Technology Integration
If every other aspect of our lives has already become revolutionized due to the advent of smart technology, why should landscaping be any different? Sensors to track adverse weather, automatic watering systems to irrigate our landscaping, and even smart irrigation systems used in a number of different public parks, are efficient in water usage, as well as the effective use of water, encouraging water conservation where feasible. People are looking for simplified landscaping designs these days, which means using smart technology could help maximize technology’s potential to make landscaping management more easily accessible to everyone.
With 2025 already here, Bangladesh is trying to embrace this new year with open arms. The landscaping here is being made to reflect innovation, sustainability & a closer bond with nature. Vertical gardening, eco-friendly materials, and even rooftop landscaping can help us create spaces that are good for the environment, as well as great to look at. All of these trends show that Bangladesh is slowly moving towards a more sustainable Bangladesh, where outdoor spaces are a source of true joy. Bangladesh’s future with landscaping is undoubtedly bright & green.