Green Building Envelopes

Climate change is here and is bringing about a rethink in the construction industry worldwide when it comes to building. Cities in particular are to become "greener" in order to improve the quality of life. Certainly the most exciting and also the most visible strategy is the planting of roofs, facades and inner courtyards. This volume presents convincing and promising concepts and projects from all over the world that explore the potential of a planted building envelope. In addition to its importance in heavy rain management, CO2 emissions are reduced, fine dust is bound, noise pollution is reduced, UV rays are absorbed, energy efficiency is optimized and the microclimate is sustainably improved. In particular, the diverse use of organic materials, also in combination with structural engineering innovations.