Recession or Progression? What landscape movements will continue into 2010? And are they related to the economy or just plain common sense?Currently, there are many shapes, colours and materials used today for rainbarrels. Beyond the common barrel, there are many ways and means of capturing rainwater. It is up to todays backyard gardener to use those commercial products available, or to venture out in the world of creative design and explore new and functional ways of doing so. And - what better reason than to save on water bills while simultaneously reducing the load on Municipal storm sewers and contributing to the environmental cause.
Many Cities are taking a proactive lead in encouraging water management amongst its citizens. August 2009 - The City of Sudbury Hosted a one day Rain barrel sale to promote wise outdoor water use. Perhaps this sort of promotion should be long standing?
As far as the design end, there is plenty of room for exploration. Designer Bas Vanderveer has begun to explore new posibilities in the physical form of rain capture.
Visit his Website for some fantastic Photos.
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