Living Walls & Green Roofs

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  Exterior Living Wall – Nova Scotia Community College in Halifax, Nova ScotiaThe largest project to date is the exterior living wall at the Nova Scotia Community College in Halifax, Nova Scotia. It’s the first permanent, cold-climate exterior living wall in Canada, installed in May 2010. Sue co-designed and managed the research & development phases, prepared tender documents & specifications and oversaw the construction and planting of the 1000 ft2 exterior living wall.

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  Green RoofSue has been involved in several innovative green roof projects incorporating native plant material and blending traditional techniques with state-of-the-art materials. These have been installed on both old and new buildings. Projects can be as small as a garden shed or as large as a big box store. They can help manage stormwater and prolong the life of the building by providing protection from UV rays and inclement weather as well as moderating temperature fluctuations.

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  Exterior living wall, Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Every living wall and green roof requires careful consideration to ensure that technical requirements are met and plants grow and thrive. Sometimes off-the-shelf systems are appropriate but unique site conditions, micro climates and structural requirements often mean an innovative approach is needed. Outside! is keen help find the best approach for your project.