| Jonathan Hines, architect - "Architype is delighted to have been involved with this exciting project and to work with such a committed client. Our approach was to design from first principles a building that is truly sustainable, works at a practical level and enables the Greenshop to demonstrate its philosophy and products." |
| Green and Brown Roofs |
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To replace habitat lost during construction new wildlife friendly space is created on the roofs of the building. The main south roof is a green roof planted with sedum and two other roofs are made into brown roofs with impoverish soil, stones and logs from the site to make a storm water absorbing wildlife habit that is interesting to observe at all times of the year. One of the brown roofs makes a feature from a large viewing window. The mass of earth on the roof also helps to combat the risk of summer overheating.
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