Gardening on a higher plane-a showcase of the best rooftop gardens from across the globe An exploration of rooftop gardening, this book gives insight into the urban phenomenon by presenting the best work from world-renowned architects and garden designers. Examining the challenges rooftop gardens face-sun, rain, storms, and a lack of ground beneath the roots-this book studies rooftop gardens in five continents. Furthermore, it explores all the appropriate accoutrements that ought to accompany a modern rooftop garden, such as contemporary materials, trendy furniture, modern light installations, and of course, tried and tested plants.
ISBN: | 9780857885623 |
Publisher: | Cadmos Verlag GmbH |
Imprint: | Cadmos |
Published date: | 01 Sep 2012 |
Language: | English |
Number of pages: | 160 |
Weight: | 1188g |
Height: | 247mm |
Width: | 276mm |
Spine width: | 19mm |