Football stadiums are no longer just places to watch a match. From rooftop bars to hospitality lounges, clubs are creating spaces that people want to spend time in long before kick-off. Greenery is a big part of that, and we’ve seen it first-hand across some of the country’s best-known grounds.
Crystal Palace FC: from offices to olive trees
Our work with Crystal Palace FC has grown across several projects. In the club’s offices, the brief was clean, calm and contemporary: minimal, well-placed greenery that made the space feel more inviting without compromising functionality. With limited surfaces and existing architecture to work around, we installed integrated planters, lush shelf planting in the kitchen, and a soft green partition using minimalist planting on curved shelving.
At the Training Ground, we supplied artificial planting for the redesign of the new bar and restaurant. We were given visuals of the design and asked to match them closely, so the space reflected the club’s other entertainment lounge and kept a consistent brand image.
Most recently, we installed large artificial olive trees in bespoke planters for a new hospitality venue at the stadium. Working from an AI visual, we had to have everything in place before the big match against Liverpool this Sunday.
Tottenham Hotspur Stadium: a rooftop challenge
Rooftop spaces are among the toughest places to plant. Weight limits, wind and difficult access all matter, and a busy bar adds spilt drinks and dropped food. For the rooftop bar at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, we used UV-protected artificial planting. With no soil or water, it keeps the load on the structure low, and it won’t be affected by the wind. The result is a vibrant, tough arrangement that still looks great.
Why artificial planting works for stadiums
Whether it’s a rooftop, a hospitality lounge or an office, the same benefits apply: low maintenance, lightweight materials, durability and a look that stays fresh all season. It’s an approach that suits large venues, where spaces need to impress guests and cope with heavy use.
If you’re planning a hospitality or venue project, get in touch to talk through what we can create for you. Odette@greenenvee.co.uk
