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

M-TRAY® – the extensive green roof system in modular tray format from Wallbarn. Developed to make sedum and wildflower green roofs easier to install.

Our highly sophisticated green roofing system with Georaster® elements even enables the installation of steep pitched roofs up to 35°.

Check out all of these green exterior houses that offer a mix of creative and eco-friendly designs.

Defined by technological innovation, fearless formmaking, and novel engagement with setting, today’s most compelling architecture dazzles the eye and delights the imagination. Meet seven new structures—from museums to music halls, a soaring skyscraper to a clever community center—that are rewriting the rules

Image 5 of 25 from gallery of Tribeca La Chapelle / Arte Charpentier. Photograph by Boegly + Grazia

A construction wave is underway in our cities and it is usually done through densification, which in many cases causes green spaces to disappear in the city.

Roofs that hold water: reduce heating and cooling costs, increase life of roof, and create a rooftop garden! Would be great on a shipping container home, as there might be a risk of collapsed roof otherwise if drainage isn't sufficient.

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