2007, ISBN: 9780226101408

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ISBN: 9781568986852Princeton Architectural Press | 01 January 2007Hardback | 159 pagesThe benefits of green roofs are many: longer roof lifespan, greater sound insulation, reduced heating… mais…

ISBN: 9781568986852Princeton Architectural Press | 01 January 2007Hardback | 159 pagesThe benefits of green roofs are many: longer roof lifespan, greater sound insulation, reduced heating and cooling system needs, and a cutback in storm water runoff. Green roofs decrease carbon dioxide and increase oxygen in cities, making them cooler in the process and reversing the so-called "urban heat island effect." In short, green roofs are the great green hope of many environmentalists, politicians, and architects interested in more efficient and environmentally aware buildings. From a design standpoint, however, there is less consensus. While some see the roof garden as a visual statement using plants, geometric lines, and sculptural elements, others believe concerns for sustainability should outweigh visual appeal. A green roof that combines aesthetics and mechanics has become the goal of many a landscape architect.To address this quandary, the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) commissioned renowned landscape architects, Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates in collaboration with the Conservation Design Forum to design a 3,300-square-foot green roof garden for its Washington, D.C. headquarters. In Green Roof Gardens, author Christian Werthmann uses this detailed case study to explain the history, methodology, and design process of green roof garden construction, providing a rich source of inspiration and technical knowledge for anybody interested in this simple solution to many of the environmental challenges we face today., 0, Batsford. Very Good. 298 x 210mm. Hardcover. 1991. 170 pages. <br>160 pages : 22 x 27 cm Includes bibliographical r eferences and index ., Batsford, 1991, 3, University of Chicago Press, 2007. Paperback. Good. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed., University of Chicago Press, 2007, 2.5<

2007, ISBN: 9780226101408

University of Chicago Press, 2007. Paperback. Acceptable. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is… mais…

University of Chicago Press, 2007. Paperback. Acceptable. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed., University of Chicago Press, 2007, 2.5<

2007, ISBN: 9780226101408

University Of Chicago Press, 2007-07-01. Paperback. Good. Pages unmarked, moderate wear., University Of Chicago Press, 2007-07-01, 2.5