By Amanda Rickenbach
Chances are that you have either seen a green roof or have been inside a building that has one. They are growing in popularity both in residential and commercial design for a number of reasons, but I thought I would list just a few of the best ones.
-Living roofs help to lower urban air temperatures and combat the heat island effect.
-Living roofs help keep the interior of your home at a stable temperature. Plants and soil are really great insulators, which means you’ll save money on your heating and cooling costs.
-Living roofs filter rainwater. When the water falls on a typical roof, it’s often funneled off into storm water drains, collecting pollution along the way. When rain falls on a living roof, however, it’s filtered naturally just as it is in the wild. This means you can reuse this clean water in your home or garden.
-Living roofs attract native wildlife to your yard. And depending on what you plant, it can also be a food source for you, or your furry friends.
-Living roofs filter noise, keeping your home quiet.
photos: first - feldman architecture, second-fourth - ecoroofs everywhere
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