Social Benefits Improved livability Improved physical and mental health from exposure to nature. Increased sense of pride and place, levels of trust, civic participation, less violence, aggression, vandalism, and littering Aesthetic Benefits Green roofs are much better looking than asphalt, gravel, or tar. Natural views create more productive, healthy, happy, creative, and relaxed people. Green […]

The comparison of two solar cladded roofs in Sydney, Australia, one bare beneath its panels and the other adorned with native grasses and plants, has found the panels on the green roof were, on average, 3.63% more efficient, producing an average daily output 13% greater than the conventional roof. The improvements are believed to stem from the lower temperatures on the green roof, thanks to its plants – which also provided a plethora of additional benefits.

Image 4 of 12 from gallery of Green House / AMZ Arquitetos. Photograph by Maíra Acayaba

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Sandwiched between two concrete slabs, a modern holiday home is fully integrated into nature.

If you’ve heard the buzz about green or “living” roofs, you’re probably wondering if this is truly an efficient upgrade. Green roofs may be eco-friendly, but are they difficult to maintain? Are they more or less cost effective than other energy-efficient roofing solutions? Read on to learn whether green roofs are right for your home!

At DISSING+WEITLING our goal is to create optimal spaces for human activity — at work, in the home and in the public sphere. We have a clear and accommodating …

Green roof costs may seem high at first glance, but a green roof offers energy savings, better insulation, and effective stormwater management.