our projects

Veggies and volvos 

Issue: Veggie garden in need of raised beds to ease access
Client: Angelina
Outcome: Upcycled garden beds and climbing trellises


Up north from UpShop Industries, there is a veggie garden that was given an upcycling makeover. We found a novel way to create planter boxes using ex-Volvo bins – very sturdy and versatile with steel hinged sides that can be stacked, which allows for a variety of shapes and heights.

We created boxes with two layers. Once they were completed, filled with earth and planted out, the chickens loved it - so we had to think of a way to keep them out! Another reason to turn to discarded innerspring mattresses - they keep the veggies safe and also act as a vertical trellis for climbing plants.

Two problems solved. And the result is an example of how upcycling can help you grow your vegies and extend the life of materials that would normally go to landfill.

UpShop has these materials or sale if you wish to start upcycling in your own garden. And we can assist with design and installation.