Organic Green Roof Architecture

In fact green roof architecture companies and experts protect the natural environment by setting new standards with respect to building construction and practices along with respect for local ecosystems.

Organic green roof architecture.

In the most basic sense green roofs are a layered combination of vegetation and membrane over a building that can help insulate and provide water management. In the summer 2005 issue of this journal i introduced the concept of greenroofs vegetated covers installed atop roof decks. As an alternative to imposing our built structures onto the land without considering the function of under used roof surfaces beyond waterproofing we can incorporate organic greenroof architecture as a way of designing with nature to evoke displaced landscapes and restore a measure of greenspace. Organic roofs can advise on local biodiversity priorities and help you design your roof to emulate the habitats of target species in your area.

Wiley periodicals inc. Growing a new roof sustainably. From the most basic cave like forms and sod roofs of ancient structures to modern rooftop parks spanning thousands of feet green roofs have shaped architecture throughout history. Financial benefits as well as providing a stunning visual statement of your environmental principles they can also save you money by trebling the lifespan of your waterproofing adding thermal mass to the building which can reduce energy inputs.

The key goal of green roof landscape architecture is to minimize harm to our health and environment while benefiting both. Design considerations and system components.