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Roof Gardens: History, Design, and Construction (Norton Books for Architects & Designers),New
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In the first comprehensive study published in English, respected landscape architect Theodore Osmundson provides the practical information professionals need to be able to include welldesigned and wellconstructed roof gardens in their projects. Roof Gardens covers site considerations, construction, design elements, and maintenance, as well as useful data and sources of supply and information. It presents a wealth of material, including typical sections and details of raised planters, walls, paving, drainage, and lighting. It also discusses planting soils and rootproofing, reviews useful new construction techniqueslargely unknown in the United Statesand offers a richly illustrated tour of roof gardens around the world and through history. 100 in color pages
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Roof Gardens: History, Design, and Construction'? A: The book provides a comprehensive study of roof gardens, detailing practical information for professionals on site considerations, construction, design elements, and maintenance.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Roof Gardens: History, Design, and Construction' is Theodore H. Osmundson, a respected landscape architect.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 320 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: This book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: When was the book published? A: The book was published on October 17, 1999.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers various topics including site considerations, construction techniques, design elements, maintenance, and historical perspectives on roof gardens.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or images? A: Yes, 'Roof Gardens' features a wealth of illustrations and images, including color pages that showcase roof gardens from around the world.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in landscaping? A: While the book provides valuable insights for professionals, beginners may also benefit from the practical information and design principles presented.
- Q: Are there any construction techniques discussed in the book? A: Yes, the book reviews useful new construction techniques that are largely unknown in the United States.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the first edition of 'Roof Gardens: History, Design, and Construction'.