If you’ve visited any of the major US cities in recent years, there’s a good chance you may have spotted a new trend being adopted by many of its occupants; Green roofs. 

Whether commercial or residential, more and more buildings throughout our nation’s concrete jungles have begun embracing what many European countries have been doing for years. But why?

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WHAT IS A GREEN ROOF?

A green roof system is an extension of the existing roof which involves (at a minimum) high quality water-proofing, root repellent system, drainage system, filter cloth, a lightweight growing medium, and plants. 

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WHY GET A GREEN ROOF?

Conceptually, vegetative roofs can turn unused roof space into a park-like garden setting with a keen sensitivity to environmental enhancement. Barrett green roofs are designed around inter-dependent components which function as a natural planting habitat, creating new types of public and private spaces while restoring nature’s footprint on the built environment.

With due respect and integration of Feng Shui design principles, a green roof can be endowed with an indefinable quality providing serenity, balance, and harmony in otherwise lost space, all the while making important environmental contributions.

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To make the decision that much easier, we’ve broken down the many benefits into a list: 

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