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[A] very good overview and reference for architects and others involved in green roofs, not just landscape architects. --John Hill
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A popular design trend, green roofs make private and public buildings inviting and environmentally friendly. "Green Roofs" provides an in-depth view of current design and technology, assesses their impact on the built environment and shows how they can be integrated into contemporary buildings as well as existing structures. Sixty case studies illustrate specific applications and offer inspiring models.This is a Norton Book for architects and designers.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Garden Escapes in Europe and North America
23 Oct 2008
Format:Hardcover
"The power to transform our cities from unhealthy, stressful, overheated environments to healthier, more sustainable communities is completely within our reach - and I believe this transformation can be achieved within a generation." ~ Steven Peck
For as long as I can remember I've been fascinated by the idea of roof gardens. But how exactly do you go about building one from scratch? In "Green Roofs" Steven Cantor gives detailed instructions and also provides interesting projects for consideration. A few of the pictures are comical - like the one on page 65 with a tree growing out of the top of a Vancouver building.
Some of the gardens are cozy and others are artistic. One of the rooftops looks like a forest. Another looks like a formal garden with lawn and pavement. No matter what you are looking for, this book has some great ideas. I especially loved the ideas with a water feature like the one at the Montreal Hilton in Montreal, Canada. I can recommend this book to landscapers or anyone who wants to have a little piece of paradise in a concrete jungle.
~The Rebecca Review
For as long as I can remember I've been fascinated by the idea of roof gardens. But how exactly do you go about building one from scratch? In "Green Roofs" Steven Cantor gives detailed instructions and also provides interesting projects for consideration. A few of the pictures are comical - like the one on page 65 with a tree growing out of the top of a Vancouver building.
Some of the gardens are cozy and others are artistic. One of the rooftops looks like a forest. Another looks like a formal garden with lawn and pavement. No matter what you are looking for, this book has some great ideas. I especially loved the ideas with a water feature like the one at the Montreal Hilton in Montreal, Canada. I can recommend this book to landscapers or anyone who wants to have a little piece of paradise in a concrete jungle.
~The Rebecca Review
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Great survey of green roofs
1 Feb 2009
Format:Hardcover
This book presents a comprehensive look at a wide variety of green roofs, including dozens of case studies. It provides in-depth information on the technical and biological design of each of the case studies, complete with species lists, substrate formulas, and drainage systems. Especially nice for its treatment of roofs that deviate from the too common sedum monocultures. The absence of information on modular systems, as pointed out by one reviewer, is only a minor inconvenience and doesn't detract from this well-done book. Beautiful photographs throughout. Inspirational.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Beautiful book, filled with inspiration and information
16 April 2009
Format:Hardcover
Green Roofs in Sustainable Landscape Design
This is a gorgeous book, filled with information for the professional and serious amateur gardener or space planner. Ample technical information and plant lists to assist anyone considering the implementation of a sustainable green roof project. An inspiring and important addition to the genre.
This is a gorgeous book, filled with information for the professional and serious amateur gardener or space planner. Ample technical information and plant lists to assist anyone considering the implementation of a sustainable green roof project. An inspiring and important addition to the genre.
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