Living roofs

Homeowners know the importance of landscaping their yards—and now, many are realizing the extra value that plant life brings to their home’s roof. Creating a green roof is an investment that adds a little green to your wallet and longevity to the life of your roof.

For people living in the urban area, green roofs are idea because it helps lower temperature and provide better insulation. Green roof also helps minimize the pollution in your area as plants absorb carbon for their food. Your green roof can also serve as storage for rainwater and provide a habitat for birds and animals. Learn all about Green Roofs and how to build one. #home #homeimprovement #roof #green #gogreen

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A new law recently passed in France mandates that all new buildings that are built in commercial zones in France must be partially covered in either plants or solar panels. Green roofs, as they are called, have an isolating effect which helps to reduce the amount of energy needed to heat a...

Thrifts are sea-grasses, and will thrive best on homes by the seaside. Unlike "real" grasses, they're decked out in pink or purple blossoms in summertime.

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

This cabin with living roof is beautifully suited for full-time living. One of the best features is the iron staircase leading to the rooftop patio.

There are many ways architects can choose to "green" their projects—using sustainable building materials, harnessing renewable energy sources, managing

In this week's 50 for the Future article, Dusty Gedge discusses the possibilities for greening Scotland's rooftops.