Did you know that vegetated roofs, or green roofs provide several benefits for buildings and their surroundings?
Green rooftop in Copenhagen
They can retain rainwater, filter out dust and air pollutants, provide noise and natural thermal insulation and… they are nice to look at don’t you think?
Switserland
More info and photo’s on the site of the European organization that promotes the use of green roofs and green facades througout Europe.
Chives on a roof in London
Via Inhabitat
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