Green Roof Design
Learn the fundamentals of successful green roof design and construction.
In this course we’ll explore the entire project life cycle, from waterproofing, drainage, and structural considerations, to site-specific plant selection and irrigation design, to product sourcing and installation logistics. Through a mix of presentations and hands-on design sessions we’ll look at the wide range of green roof assemblies available today, including extensive, intensive, blue-green, bio-solar, and rooftop farms. By the conclusion of the class, students will have developed a complete design package for their selected project, featuring layout and loading plans, buildup details, planting plans, and installation and maintenance schedules.