Living Roofs

Urban Gardens Around the World

Living Roofs
Ashley Penn
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Hardback
h300 x 235mm - 224pg
1 Apr 2022 GE
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9783961713936
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A green paradise high above the city' s rooftops is something so many people dream of, including those living in cities and searching for peace and quiet. Whether it' s a communal garden for an entire building or an exclusive personal and private oasis, a colourful sea of flowers, home-grown vegetables or a pool, there are no limits when it comes to the imagination of amateur gardeners. This book of photographs showcases the most beautiful and varied urban rooftop terraces and exotic garden paradises from all around the world: from the Berlin country garden and the sprawling sundeck of the U Penthouse in Madrid to the enchanting rooftop expanse of the Willow House in Singapore. The featured locations, both unusual and individual, offer ample inspiration for your own dreams of a rooftop garden. Just sit back and enjoy this gorgeous book on your sundeck or in your cosy alcove. AUTHOR: Ashley Penn is a Chartered Member of the British Landscape Institute and has worked as a landscape architect in the UK for many years. In 2012, he began writing for Landscape Architects Network, a website for which he is now Content Director. Penn studied horticulture before specialising in landscape design after earning his bachelor' s degree. He was awarded the Turner Prize for Innovation in Design upon graduation. While pursuing a master' s degree in landscape architecture, he became interested in landscape history and green technologies, including green roofs and green walls. He has written numerous articles on green roofs for Landscape Architects Network. Penn currently lives in Nokia, Finland, where he works as an independent landscape designer. SELLING POINTS: . An inspiring selection of verdant sanctuaries high above the hubbub of the city, from lush flower gardens to luxurious rooftop terraces boasting minimalist designs . The urban rooftop oasis trend continues unabated . Up to date and garden-fresh, revised and updated with the latest innovations and creations . Offers a glimpse through the keyhole at the most beautiful private rooftop terraces from all around the world
Ashley Penn is a Chartered Member of the British Landscape Institute and has worked as a landscape architect in the UK for many years. In 2012, he began writing for Landscape Architects Network, a website for which he is now Content Director. Penn studied horticulture before specialising in landscape design after earning his bachelor' s degree. He was awarded the Turner Prize for Innovation in Design upon graduation. While pursuing a master' s degree in landscape architecture, he became interested in landscape history and green technologies, including green roofs and green walls. He has written numerous articles on green roofs for Landscape Architects Network. Penn currently lives in Nokia, Finland, where he works as an independent landscape designer.
Status: Active
ISBN-13: 9783961713936
Published: 1 Apr 2022
Published In: Germany
Imprint: teNeues Media GmbH & Co. KG
Publisher: teNeues Publishing UK
Format: Hardback
Height: 300mm
Width: 235mm
Pages: 224

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