We are in awe of the poetic simplicity of GROW, a living artwork by Spanish urban artist SpY, located in Besançon, France.

This perfect circle of ivy, carefully trained to emerge from an otherwise blank concrete wall, speaks volumes without saying a word. It grows slowly, quietly, and powerfully—reminding us of the patience, discipline, and precision required to let nature express itself in urban settings.

At Mingzhu Nerval, we share this belief: that greenery doesn’t need to be loud to be transformative. Whether in dense cities or minimalist structures, botanical design can bring softness, symbolism, and serenity. GROW feels like a meditation on form, seasonality, and the intimacy of growth—values that deeply echo our own philosophy.

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Thank you for the great inspiration!