A balcony for planting and nursing the elderly

Abstract

The utility model relates to a kind of old-age adaptation planting health-care balcony, by being provided with vertical three-dimensional planting groove and wall planting groove, greatly improve space utilization;With the water pipe of being set in upper layer, convenient irrigation is realized, and the labor intensity and watering risk of old-age maintenance are effectively reduced;All directions are integrated into old-age adaptation design.And set continuous antiskid handrail, special walking aid handrail and crutch placing buckle, jointly for the elderly, especially the disabled, provide seamless connection walking support and convenience, significantly improve activity safety;At the same time, three-dimensional planting, convenient irrigation, safe support and viewing function are organically integrated, breaking the limitation of traditional balcony function single, creating a composite health-care space for the elderly, which integrates gardening operation, physical exercise and spiritual pleasure.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of balcony technology, and in particular to an age-friendly balcony for planting and health care. Background Technology

[0002] As society ages, the physical and mental health and quality of life of the elderly are receiving increasing attention. Horticulture therapy, as an effective means of health and wellness, has been proven to alleviate anxiety and depression, promote physical activity, and enhance the happiness and life satisfaction of the elderly. Therefore, many seniors wish to engage in planting activities in their living environment, especially on their balconies.

[0003] However, existing residential balconies, especially those in ordinary residences, have many design and functional deficiencies that fail to meet the special physiological and psychological needs of the elderly. These deficiencies are manifested in the following aspects: Low utilization of planting space and inconvenient maintenance: Traditional balcony planting often uses single-layer flower pots or simple flower racks, which cannot effectively utilize the vertical space, resulting in a limited variety and quantity of plants; in addition, watering methods mostly rely on manual watering, which requires the elderly to repeatedly carry watering cans, making the operation cumbersome and prone to spilling water, resulting in a slippery ground.

[0004] Lack of barrier-free and age-friendly design: Traditional balconies usually do not have dedicated continuous handrails or other auxiliary structures. Especially for the elderly who have difficulty moving and need to rely on walkers or wheelchairs, the balcony space layout does not reserve convenient movement paths and lacks structural designs to help them get up and support themselves, which greatly reduces the convenience for the elderly when they move around on the balcony.

[0005] Limited Functionality and Insufficient Wellness Experience: Traditional balconies have limited functions, serving either as traditional drying and storage spaces or as simple "planting corners" or "viewing platforms," ​​failing to meet the richer wellness needs of the elderly for rest, sightseeing, and light activities.

[0006] In conclusion, there is an urgent need in this field for a balcony system that can effectively solve the above problems, integrate targeted planting, multi-functional integration, and all-round age-friendly features, so as to truly meet the urgent needs of the elderly for health and wellness balconies. Utility Model Content

[0007] Therefore, the technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to overcome the problems of low utilization rate of planting space and inconvenient maintenance of existing balcony structures, as well as the lack of barrier-free and age-friendly design, and the single function and insufficient health and wellness experience.

[0008] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides an age-friendly planting and health-preserving balcony, including, The wall is U-shaped and includes a main wall and side walls perpendicularly disposed at both ends of the main wall; A planting box, the planting box including a base disposed on the inner wall near any of the side walls, a lower planting trough being provided on the top of the base, and a plurality of support rods arranged around the lower planting trough and extending vertically on the top of the base, an upper planting trough being disposed near the top of the plurality of support rods and a middle planting trough being disposed between the upper planting trough and the lower planting trough, and a plurality of drainage holes being provided on both the upper planting trough and the middle planting trough; The water spray pipe is provided in multiple units, which are horizontally arranged above the upper planting trough, and each water spray pipe has multiple water spray holes on the side facing the upper planting trough. A wall planting trough is horizontally installed on the inner wall of the main wall, and the wall planting trough extends from one side near the base to the other side wall. The anti-slip handrail is located on the side of the wall planting trough away from the main wall, and extends along the length of the wall planting trough to the side of the base.

[0009] In one embodiment of this utility model, at least one main window is provided on the main wall, and at least one side window is provided on the side wall.

[0010] In one embodiment of this utility model, a switchable door is provided between the two side walls on the side away from the main wall.

[0011] In one embodiment of this utility model, the side of the wall planting trough away from the main wall is arc-shaped.

[0012] In one embodiment of this utility model, the upper planting trough is fixedly connected to the support rod, and the middle planting trough is slidably connected to the sliding rod disposed between adjacent support rods.

[0013] In one embodiment of the present invention, both the upper planting trough and the middle planting trough include a trough-shaped planting platform. The planting platform is connected to each of the support rods or sliding rods, and the planting platform is provided with a plurality of arrayed drainage holes.

[0014] In one embodiment of this utility model, a water trough located on one side of the lower planting trough is also provided on the top of the base.

[0015] In one embodiment of this utility model, a cane placement buckle is provided on one side of the base.

[0016] In one embodiment of this utility model, a walking aid handrail is provided on a side wall away from the base.

[0017] In one embodiment of this utility model, the surface of the anti-slip handrail is made of fluorescent material.

[0018] The above-mentioned technical solution of this utility model has the following advantages compared with the prior art: The present invention, by setting up multi-layered planting troughs (upper, middle, and lower layers) and wall-mounted planting troughs, makes full use of three-dimensional space and significantly improves the utilization rate of planting space. Simultaneously, the installation of water spray pipes enables automatic or semi-automatic watering, reducing the burden on the elderly from frequent bending and carrying water bottles, lowering the risk of slippery floors, and making maintenance more convenient. Furthermore, the invention includes continuous anti-slip handrails (extending along the wall-mounted planting troughs to the base), walking handrails, and cane holders, and considers the space layout for wheelchair access, providing comprehensive barrier-free support and assistance, greatly improving the convenience and safety of the elderly on the balcony. It also organically integrates multiple functions such as three-dimensional planting, convenient irrigation, safety handrails, viewing windows, and rest areas, not only meeting the planting needs of the elderly but also providing a rich health and wellness experience including sightseeing, light activity, and handrail support, achieving multi-functionality. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To make the content of this utility model easier to understand, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to specific embodiments and accompanying drawings. Figure 1 This is a perspective view of an age-friendly planting and health care balcony according to a preferred embodiment of this utility model; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the planting box for an age-friendly planting and health care balcony according to a preferred embodiment of this utility model; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the age-friendly planting and health care balcony according to a preferred embodiment of this utility model; Figure 4 This is a top view of an age-friendly planting and health care balcony according to a preferred embodiment of this utility model.

[0020] Instruction manual diagram markings: 1. Wall; 11. Main wall; 111. Main window; 12. Side wall; 121. Side window; 2. Planting box; 21. Base; 22. Lower planting trough; 23. Support rod; 231. Sliding rod; 24. Upper planting trough; 25. Middle planting trough; 26. Planting platform; 261. Drainage hole; 27. Water tank; 3. Spray pipe; 4. Wall planting trough; 5. Anti-slip handrail; 6. Opening and closing door; 7. Cane holder; 8. Walking aid handrail. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments, so that those skilled in the art can better understand and implement the present invention. However, the embodiments are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0022] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, this utility model discloses an age-friendly planting and health-preserving balcony, comprising: Wall 1 is U-shaped and includes a main wall 11 and side walls 12 that are vertically arranged at both ends of the main wall 11. Planting box 2 includes a base 21 located on the inner wall near any side wall 12. The top of the base 21 has a lower planting trough 22, and the top of the base 21 has multiple support rods 23 arranged around the lower planting trough 22 and extending vertically. Between the multiple support rods 23, there is an upper planting trough 24 near its top position and a middle planting trough 25 located between the upper planting trough 24 and the lower planting trough 22. Both the upper planting trough 24 and the middle planting trough 25 have multiple drainage holes 261. There are multiple water spray pipes 3, which are horizontally positioned above the upper planting trough 24. Each water spray pipe 3 has multiple water spray holes on the side facing the upper planting trough 24. The wall planting trough 4 is horizontally set on the inner wall of the main wall 11, and the wall planting trough 4 extends from the side near the base 21 to the side wall 12 on the other side. Anti-slip handrail 5 is located on the side of the wall planting trough 4 away from the main wall 11. The anti-slip handrail 5 extends along the length of the wall planting trough 4 and extends to the side of the base 21.

[0023] Specifically, the planting box 2 is vertically positioned, with its base 21 providing stable support for the entire box. A lower planting trough 22 is located at the top of the base 21. This trough can be used to plant taller plants or those with well-developed root systems, such as tomatoes, cucumbers, or large ornamental flowers. Multiple support rods 23, arranged around the lower planting trough 22 and extending vertically, are positioned at the top of the base 21. These support rods 23 are made of high-strength, corrosion-resistant materials to ensure sufficient load-bearing capacity. An upper planting trough 24 is positioned near the top of each support rod 23, and a middle planting trough 25 is located between the upper and lower planting troughs 22. This arrangement of the upper, middle, and lower planting troughs fully utilizes the vertical space of the balcony, greatly improving the utilization rate of the planting space and allowing seniors to grow various types of plants according to their preferences.

[0024] The water spray pipe 3 connects to the water pipe on the balcony, allowing for even watering of the plants in the upper planting trough 24 through its spray holes. This eliminates the need for elderly people to manually carry watering cans, significantly reducing their workload and avoiding the problem of slippery ground caused by manual watering. Furthermore, the amount and frequency of watering can be adjusted by controlling the on / off switch and water flow of the water spray pipe 3, providing suitable moisture conditions for plant growth.

[0025] The wall-mounted planting trough 4 further expands the planting space on the balcony. Elderly people can plant climbing plants such as pothos and ivy in the trough 4. These plants grow along the main wall 11, not only beautifying the balcony environment but also purifying the air. Meanwhile, the side of the wall-mounted planting trough 4 away from the main wall 11 is curved. This curved design not only makes the wall-mounted planting trough 4 more aesthetically pleasing but also prevents elderly people from bumping into the sharp edges of the trough 4 during activities, improving the safety of using the balcony.

[0026] The surface of the anti-slip handrail 5 is made of anti-slip material, which can effectively increase the friction between the elderly's hands and the handrail, preventing them from slipping and falling while using it. The anti-slip handrail 5 provides reliable support for the elderly when moving around on the balcony. When walking, standing, or performing planting operations, the elderly can use the anti-slip handrail 5 to maintain their balance. Especially for elderly people with limited mobility, the anti-slip handrail 5 greatly improves their safety and convenience when moving around on the balcony.

[0027] This utility model discloses an age-friendly planting and health-preserving balcony. By incorporating an upper planting trough 24, a middle planting trough 25, a lower planting trough 22, and a wall-mounted planting trough 4, it fully utilizes the vertical and wall space of the balcony, significantly increasing the planting area and allowing the elderly to grow a wider variety and greater quantity of plants. Simultaneously, the sprinkler system 3 enables automatic watering, eliminating the need for the elderly to manually carry watering canes, reducing labor intensity, and preventing slippery surfaces caused by watering. Furthermore, the installation of anti-slip handrails 5 and walking aids 8 provides reliable support for the elderly moving around on the balcony, helping them maintain balance and effectively preventing falls. The cane holder 7 facilitates the placement and retrieval of canes, avoiding safety hazards caused by carelessly placed canes. The curved design of the wall-mounted planting troughs and the rounded edges of each component prevent elderly people from bumping into them. This balcony integrates planting, rest, and viewing functions, allowing seniors to engage in planting activities and enjoy the benefits of horticulture. The main window 111 and side window 121 offer views of the outdoors, promoting relaxation. Furthermore, the ample space and comfortable environment of the balcony provide a pleasant place for seniors to relax, sunbathe, read, and chat with family, meeting their diverse health and wellness needs and significantly improving their quality of life and overall wellness experience.

[0028] Furthermore, at least one main window 111 is provided on the main wall 11, and at least one side window 121 is provided on the side wall 12. Specifically, the main window 111 ensures sufficient natural light inside the balcony, providing a good growing environment for the plants, and also allows the elderly to enjoy the outdoor scenery and relax through the main window 111. The side window 121, in conjunction with the main window 111, further enhances the ventilation effect inside the balcony, improves the air quality inside the balcony, and is beneficial to the health of the elderly and the growth of the plants.

[0029] Furthermore, a switchable door 6 is installed between the two side walls 12 on the side furthest from the main wall 11. It is conceivable that installing the switchable door 6 can make the balcony a separate space when the switchable door 6 is closed, thereby bringing a better relaxation and rest effect.

[0030] Furthermore, the side of the wall-mounted planting trough 4 furthest from the main wall 11 is curved. This curved design avoids sharp edges, improving safety and enhancing aesthetics. Specifically, the wall-mounted planting trough 4 is positioned below the main window 111 at a low height, allowing elderly people with mobility issues or those unable to stand for extended periods to tend to the plants within it while seated in a wheelchair or chair.

[0031] Furthermore, the upper planting trough 24 is fixedly connected to the support rod 23, and the middle planting trough 25 is slidably connected to the sliding rod 231 located between adjacent support rods 23. The fixed connection of the upper planting trough 24 to the support rod 23 ensures the stability of the upper planting trough 24 during use and allows it to be used for planting plants that prefer light and dry conditions, such as succulents and sunflowers. The slidable connection of the middle planting trough 25 to the sliding rod located between adjacent support rods 23 allows the middle planting trough 25 to be flexibly adjusted according to the operational needs of the elderly. For example, when it is necessary to tend to the plants in the lower planting area, the middle planting trough 25 can be pushed back to provide sufficient operating space. When it is necessary to tend to the plants in the middle planting trough 25, it can be pulled out, making it convenient for the elderly to perform watering, fertilizing, pruning, and other maintenance operations on the plants within the middle planting trough 25. Specifically, the middle planting trough 25 adopts a detachable structure, allowing for the increase or decrease of the number of installations according to actual needs.

[0032] Furthermore, both the upper planting trough 24 and the middle planting trough 25 include a trough-shaped planting platform 26. The planting platform 26 is connected to each support rod 23 or sliding rod, and multiple arrayed drainage holes 261 are provided on the planting platform 26. Specifically, the trough-shaped structure of the planting platform 26 can hold enough soil to provide sufficient nutrients and growing space for plant growth. The multiple arrayed drainage holes 261 on the planting platform 26 allow water sprayed from the water pipe 3 to irrigate each layer of the planting platform 26, while also preventing water accumulation in the planting trough, preventing plant roots from rotting due to waterlogging, and ensuring normal plant growth.

[0033] Furthermore, a water trough 27 is provided on the top of the base 21, located on one side of the lower planting trough 22. A faucet is installed in the water trough 27 for easy cleaning of tools.

[0034] Furthermore, a cane holder 7 is provided on one side of the base 21. The cane holder 7 is specifically designed to hold the cane of the elderly, preventing the cane from being placed randomly and causing the elderly to trip, and also making it convenient for the elderly to quickly retrieve the cane when needed.

[0035] Furthermore, a walking aid handrail 8 is installed on a side wall 12 away from the base 21. The walking aid handrail 8 works in conjunction with the anti-slip handrail 5 to form a continuous auxiliary support system, further expanding the safe range of movement for the elderly on the balcony and providing more support for their movement on the balcony.

[0036] Furthermore, the surface of the anti-slip handrail 5 is made of fluorescent material. In dimly lit environments, the fluorescent material emits a faint light, making it easier for the elderly to find the handrail at night or in low light conditions, thus improving the safety of using the balcony under different lighting conditions. Specifically, night lights are installed on both wall 1 and the ceiling to facilitate nighttime activities for the elderly.

[0037] Obviously, the above embodiments are merely illustrative examples for clear explanation and are not intended to limit the implementation. Those skilled in the art will recognize that other variations or modifications can be made based on the above description. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively list all possible implementations here. However, obvious variations or modifications derived therefrom are still within the protection scope of this invention.

Claims

1. An age-friendly planting and health-preserving balcony, characterized in that: include, The wall is U-shaped and includes a main wall and side walls perpendicularly disposed at both ends of the main wall; A planting box, the planting box including a base disposed on the inner wall near any of the side walls, a lower planting trough being provided on the top of the base, and a plurality of support rods arranged around the lower planting trough and extending vertically on the top of the base, an upper planting trough being disposed near the top of the plurality of support rods and a middle planting trough being disposed between the upper planting trough and the lower planting trough, and a plurality of drainage holes being provided on both the upper planting trough and the middle planting trough; The water spray pipe is provided in multiple units, which are horizontally arranged above the upper planting trough, and each water spray pipe has multiple water spray holes on the side facing the upper planting trough. A wall planting trough is horizontally installed on the inner wall of the main wall, and the wall planting trough extends from one side near the base to the other side wall. The anti-slip handrail is located on the side of the wall planting trough away from the main wall, and extends along the length of the wall planting trough to the side of the base.

2. The age-friendly planting and health-preserving balcony according to claim 1, characterized in that: At least one main window is provided on the main wall, and at least one side window is provided on the side wall.

3. The age-friendly planting and health-preserving balcony according to claim 1, characterized in that: A door is provided between the two side walls on the side away from the main wall.

4. The age-friendly planting and health-preserving balcony according to claim 1, characterized in that: The planting trough on the wall is curved on the side away from the main wall.

5. The age-friendly planting and health-preserving balcony according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper planting trough is fixedly connected to the support rod, and the middle planting trough is slidably connected to the sliding rod disposed between adjacent support rods.

6. The age-friendly planting and health-preserving balcony according to claim 5, characterized in that: Both the upper and middle planting troughs include a trough-shaped planting platform, which is connected to each of the support rods or sliding rods, and the planting platform is provided with a plurality of arrayed drainage holes.

7. The age-friendly planting and health-preserving balcony according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base also has a water trough located on one side of the lower planting trough.

8. The age-friendly planting and health-preserving balcony according to claim 1, characterized in that: A cane holder is provided on one side of the base.

9. The age-friendly planting and health-preserving balcony according to claim 1, characterized in that: A walking aid handrail is provided on one side wall away from the base.

10. The age-friendly planting and health-preserving balcony according to claim 1, characterized in that: The surface of the anti-slip handrail is made of fluorescent material.

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